Systems Engineer – Regional Strike Programs(Hardware-Systems / Systems / Test & Integration / MBSE)

General Dynamics Mission Systems, Inc is seeking a Systems Engineer for the Regional Strike Programs (RSP). This hybrid role supports mission-critical defense technology by delivering cross-functional hardware, software, and systems solutions across key engineering disciplines.

Depending on the focus area, the work will emphasize Test & Integration, Requirements Engineering, Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE), and/or Hardware-Systems Engineering. You will partner with multidisciplinary teams to ensure performance, reliability, and compliance throughout the lifecycle.

Role Focus

• Execute systems engineering activities in Test & Integration, Requirements, MBSE, or Hardware-Systems, based on assigned focus area.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to support system performance, reliability, and compliance.
• Document, review, and manage system requirements using requirements management tools and MBSE.
• Participate in design reviews, verification, and validation activities.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Systems Engineering or a related Science, Engineering, or Mathematics field.
• Agile experience preferred.
• 5+ years of professional experience in Systems Engineering, including Test & Integration, Requirements Analysis, Model Based Systems Engineering, or Hardware Systems work (or Master’s degree plus 3 years of relevant experience).
• Strong problem-solving, analytical, and critical-thinking skills.
• Experience in Systems Engineering, including Test & Integration, Requirements, MBSE, or Hardware-Systems.
• Knowledge of systems design, MBSE modeling, and simulation.
• Familiarity with requirements management tools such as DOORS and Cameo (or similar).
• Experience with defense, aerospace, or mission-critical systems.

Tools and Technologies

• DOORS
• Cameo
• MBSE
• Model Based Systems Engineering
• Requirements management tools

Work Location and Schedule

• Pittsfield, MA (hybrid)
• Flexible work schedules, including a 9/80 option (every other Friday off)

Clearance Requirements

• Department of Defense Secret security clearance preferred at time of hire.
• Selected applicants will be subject to a U.S. Government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.
• Due to the nature of work within company facilities, U.S. citizenship is required.

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Flexible PTO
• Paid parental leave
• Healthcare and wellness programs
• Employee resource and social groups
• Flexible work schedules, including 9/80 option (every other Friday off)

Compensation

• USD 107,000 - 131,000 per year
• Combined salary range: USD $107,000.00 - USD $131,000.00 /Yr.

AI and Collaboration

• AI-Assisted Engineering: leverage generative AI tools to accelerate requirements analysis, test documentation, design trade studies, and report summarization.
• AI Fluency: comfort working with enterprise AI platforms and multiple AI models, applying AI effectively while following established guardrails for handling CUI and proprietary data.
• Continuous AI Learning: willingness to stay current with evolving AI capabilities and adopt AI-enabled workflows to improve productivity and quality.