Systems Engineer III

DiSTI LLC is seeking a Systems Engineer III for an onsite role in Orlando, Florida, where hardware and software development converge to deliver reliable and safe products. The position requires breadth across mechanical design, embedded systems, and software, with an emphasis on clear communication to align teams and customers so that requirements are understood and implemented throughout the lifecycle. The salary range is $110,000 to $129,500 per year.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the end-to-end planning, design, development, integration, and testing of hardware and software solutions for new products, features, and demonstrations, operating with minimal supervision.
• Serve as a liaison among mechanical, hardware, and software teams to translate specifications and design intent accurately, and act as the technical contact for customers and development teams.
• Capture and analyze system requirements, explain technical details to software developers, clarify design tradeoffs, and anticipate downstream effects.
• Produce and deliver clear technical documentation, engineering analyses, customer presentations, and system-level overviews.
• Provide mentorship to teammates, foster technical innovations, and contribute to process improvements aimed at enhancing product quality and project outcomes.
• Maintain up-to-date expertise in mechanical design, embedded systems, and systems engineering best practices.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related hardware-centric engineering field, or equivalent practical experience.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in systems engineering or the design of complex hardware/software systems, with a demonstrated ability to work across disciplinary boundaries.
• Significant experience translating mechanical system requirements into actionable software and electronics tasks.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to present technical content effectively to internal development teams and external customers.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to remain at a computer for significant periods.
• Frequent interaction with team members, customers, and partners.
• Ability to travel as project needs dictate.