Full-Time

Systems Engineer 3

Deadline 6/4/27
 MAG Aerospace

MAG Aerospace

1,001-5,000 employees

Operates ISR aircraft and UAS services

Compensation Overview

$100k - $180k/yr

Fort Belvoir, VA, USA

In Person

Category
Engineering Management (1)

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Requirements
  • BS Engineering and > 20 years relevant experience or MS Engineering Equivalent and > 15 years of experience
  • Subject matter expert for Systems Engineering, and has the ability to lead engineering efforts on assigned programs with minimal oversight from the Government lead.
  • An active Secret DoD clearance
Responsibilities
  • Serves as Lead Systems Engineer on assigned DOD C5ISR system development programs, with duties as identified below.
  • Requires a thorough knowledge of the Systems Engineering Management Process and Implementation, as applied to the Department of Army/DOD Acquisition process throughout all life cycle phases; knowledge of DOD policies on Systems Engineering, Integrated Product and Process Development (IPPD) and IPT Management; and ability to coordinate and negotiate design and engineering activities with other related programs and organizations.
  • Manages systems engineering activities including requirements analyses, functional analyses, design solutions formulation, systems analysis and control, and generation and maintenance of systems architecture products.
  • Provides technical support and analysis in evaluation of sensor prototypes and systems, to include thermal imagers, image intensifiers, and lasers, to Program Executive Office (PEO) Soldier Project Manager (PM) partners.
  • Recommend approaches to implement electro optic (EO) system level components into prototypes capable of achieving user requirements.
  • Applies system engineering principles and procedures to translate quantified needs/requirements into system performance parameters and the identification of system/item configuration.
  • Formulates and issues systems engineering documents, processes, procedures and milestones.
  • Provides expert and authoritative advice affecting critical programs and technologies.
  • Serves as subject matter expert for all technical aspects of assigned program.
  • Performs top level design, development, integration, testing, installation, and troubleshooting.
  • Translates military operational and mission requirements into practical system concepts and performance specifications.
  • Develops and maintains technical documentation such as specifications, engineering drawings, system interface requirements, and engineering changes.
  • Participates in post awards, program reviews, design reviews, and IPTs as the project engineer and/or technical expert on assigned programs.
  • Evaluates design efforts to ensure integration of all the engineering disciplines and adequacy of the analyses performed, bringing in additional technical expertise as needed.
  • Reviews test plans, procedures, and reports for technical adequacy on assigned programs, for both Government and contractor tests, as well as all failure reports.
  • Reviews and evaluates system performance against specification requirements, monitors and assesses field performance, and assesses risk of meeting user and specification requirements.
  • Initiates engineering change proposals and waivers/deviations as required, and conduct physical and functional configuration audits
  • Reviews program management documents to ensure accuracy and adequacy of technical content.
Desired Qualifications
  • Serve as consultant to other team members and mentor workforce on electro-optic system development, prototyping, integrating, and testing electro-optic sensor systems.
  • Evaluate system electro-optic engineering technologies used on past programs and establish new and innovative engineering strategies.

MAG Aerospace provides aerial surveillance and situational awareness services using a fleet of over 200 manned and unmanned aircraft. The company operates and maintains these aircraft while integrating communication and intelligence systems to collect and deliver real-time data to federal, international, and commercial clients. Unlike many competitors that focus solely on hardware or software, MAG manages the entire process from flight operations and maintenance to technical training and global mission support. Its goal is to enhance the operational effectiveness of its customers by providing a complete, end-to-end solution for gathering and analyzing information from the air.

Company Size

1,001-5,000

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Woodbridge, Virginia

Founded

2009

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What believers are saying

  • Chris Pateras joined February 28, 2026, adding 30 years Special Operations expertise.
  • MAG won $243M US Army C-WIPS task order for C5ISR integration.
  • MAG partners with L3Harris for Army ATHENA-R enhanced ISR aircraft.

What critics are saying

  • L3Harris undercuts MAG on ATHENA-R with superior integration in 6-12 months.
  • SAS captures $900M Space Force IDIQ using advanced AI in 12-18 months.
  • Airbus cancels MAG's AH-125 weapons integration subcontract in 3-6 months.

What makes MAG Aerospace unique

  • MAG leads independent full-spectrum C5ISR services with 200+ aircraft globally.
  • MAG operates 30+ Operations Centers on six continents for ISR missions.
  • MAG delivers turnkey manned/unmanned ISR operations and training worldwide.

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Benefits

Health Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Paid Vacation

Professional Development Budget

Tuition Reimbursement

Flexible Work Hours

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