Job Title: Systems EngineerJob DescriptionThe Systems Engineer designs, modernizes, and sustains complex ground-based radar systems that support critical national security missions. This role focuses on transitioning new technologies into fielded radar systems, translating operational needs into technical solutions, and ensuring that system performance meets stringent mission requirements. The Systems Engineer works across hardware, software, and interfaces to analyze performance, resolve deficiencies, and support test and evaluation activities for highly reliable, no-fail mission systems.Responsibilities
- Develop and implement approved modernization efforts for ground-based radar systems within defined performance, cost, and schedule objectives.
- Transition new technologies into fielded radar systems while maintaining mission readiness and reliability.
- Translate operational requirements into system-level requirements, and further into technical requirements and performance standards.
- Use MATLAB to analyze radar system and mission data, characterize system performance, support detailed trade studies, and verify that system modifications meet operational performance requirements.
- Perform functional analysis and timeline analysis to understand system behavior and mission impacts.
- Conduct detailed trade studies to evaluate design options and recommend optimal technical solutions.
- Allocate system requirements across hardware, software, and interfaces to ensure cohesive end-to-end system performance.
- Develop and refine interface definitions and data architectures to support robust systems integration.
- Investigate system deficiency reports, isolate root causes across hardware, software, and interfaces, and drive corrective actions through to closure.
- Support interface and data architecture design, ensuring compatibility and performance across integrated subsystems.
- Contribute to systems integration activities, validating that new or modified components operate correctly within the broader system.
- Support hardware and software test and evaluation of classified systems, including integration laboratory activities.
- Participate in verification and validation efforts to confirm that system changes meet operational and technical requirements.
- Apply model-based systems engineering practices to improve traceability, documentation, and design quality.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams using agile methodology to plan, develop, test, and deploy system enhancements.
Essential Skills
- 5+ years of systems engineering experience on complex hardware/software systems, including custom-developed hardware and software, commercial off-the-shelf (COTS), government off-the-shelf (GOTS), and specialty engineering solutions.
- Hands-on experience with MATLAB and/or Simulink for modeling, simulation, and analysis of system and sensor data.
- Proficiency with Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) tools and practices, including CAMEO and SysML.
- Demonstrated troubleshooting experience on fielded or operational systems, including root cause analysis and implementation of corrective actions.
- Experience translating operational requirements into system requirements and technical requirements.
- Experience developing and/or sustaining national security, no-fail mission systems.
- Familiarity with agile methodology in a systems engineering or development environment.
- Experience with requirements analysis for complex systems.
- Ability to support test and evaluation of hardware and software in classified system environments.
- Eligibility to obtain a security clearance, with the ability to work on sensitive national security programs.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering preferred.
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Physics, Aerospace Engineering, or other STEM disciplines considered with relevant experience.
- Experience with MBSE toolchains and integration into broader engineering workflows.
- Exposure to tools such as ModelSim or similar simulation environments.
- Experience in ground-based radar systems, sensor systems, or similar mission-critical platforms is beneficial.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, particularly in data-driven performance assessment.
- Ability to work collaboratively in cross-disciplinary teams and communicate complex technical concepts clearly.
- Interest in supporting Space Domain Awareness and missile threat detection through advanced radar capabilities.
Work EnvironmentThis position operates in a hybrid work environment, with approximately 75% of the time spent onsite and 25% performed remotely. Work is conducted in a combination of laboratory and office settings, supporting integration, test, and evaluation of ground-based radar and related mission systems. The role involves working with advanced engineering tools and technologies, including MATLAB, Simulink, MBSE platforms such as CAMEO and SysML, and simulation environments like ModelSim. The environment emphasizes collaboration, mission focus, and technical excellence, supporting resilient space capabilities and early warning systems that enhance Space Domain Awareness and missile threat detection.We reserve the right to pay above or below the posted wage based on factors unrelated to sex, race, or any other protected classification.Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. This temporary role may be eligible for the following:
- Medical, Dental & Vision
- 401(k)/Roth
- Basic/Supplemental Life & AD&D
- Short and long-term disability
- HSA & DCFSA
- Transportation benefits
- Employee Assistance Program
- Company Paid Time off or State Sick Leave
Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract to Hire position based out of Colorado Springs, CO. Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $50.00 - $68.00/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits
available for this temporary role may include the following:
Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract to Hire position based out of Colorado Springs, CO. Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Nov 24, 2026. Workplace TypeThis is a hybrid position in Colorado Springs,CO.About Actalent
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