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Mechatronics Engineer III
California Institute Of Technology Jet Propulsion Laboratory
United States
…spacecraft during all mission phases including proposal, concept/system architecture development, detailed design, integration & test (I&T), verification, delivery, and flight…
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Modeling & Simulation Flight Dynamics Engineer
Joby Aviation
Santa Cruz, CA
- $121,500 to $206,100 USD / year
Support verification and validation (V&V) activities that depend on model outputs
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Validation and Verification Engineer, Aviation Engineering
Skyryse
El Segundo, CA · Los Angeles, CA
VALIDATION & VERIFICATION ENGINEER, AVIATION ENGINEERING - EL SEGUNDO, CA
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Systems Engineer II - Thermodynamics
Aerospace
Torrance, CA
- $105,000 to $131,000 USD / year
Direct experience and expertise in at least one part of the requirements-based engineering (e.g., requirement validation, derivation/decomposition, verification planning, qualification…
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Senior Systems Engineer
ENSCO, Inc.
El Segundo, CA
Support Verification & Validation (V&V) of mission planning software and algorithm updates
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Systems Engineer III
Sierra Nevada Corporation
Remote, United States
…and sustain our way of living. Join our team! As a Systems Engineer III, you will handle advanced tasks in requirements engineering, systems integration, Verification & Validation (V&V),…
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Staff Robotics Software Engineer, CUAS, Omen
Anduril Industries
Costa Mesa, CA
Take it to the field. Verification and validation, release and configuration control, and the sustainment path for fielded software. Write requirements for SEIT and V&V engineers to test…
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Mission Planning Systems Engineer (TSSCI)
Insight Global
Dahlgren, VA
- From $71 USD / hour
Experience defining independent, verification, and validation (IV&V) strategy, planning, and execution approaches
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Sentinel - Principal / Sr Principal Systems Engineer
Northrop Grumman
Roy, UT
Northrop Grumman Defense Systems is seeking a Principal / Sr Principal Systems Engineer . This opening is in Roy, UT and will support the Sentinel Program . Northrop Grumman supports the…
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Mission Planning Systems Engineer
Actalent
Dahlgren, VA
- $85,000 to $155,000 USD / year
Job Title: Mission Planning Systems EngineerJob DescriptionThe Mission Planning Systems Engineer will support the development of Sea Launched Cruise MissileNuclear (SLCM-N) Fire Control…
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Sr. Avionics EGSE Engineer
Blue Origin Personnel, LLC
Denver, CO
Demonstrated experience with verification and validation (V&V) methodologies and requirements traceability
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Communications Systems Engineer III - Lunar Permanence
Blue Origin LLC
Seattle, WA
Support system and lower-level requirements management, including change control, audits, and coordination with other teams.
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Systems Engineer
METECS
Houston, TX
This position is for an experienced systems engineer with V&V planning and/or testing execution experience. We are seeking a person passionate about space exploration, who is self-motivated…
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Senior Spacecraft Embedded Software Engineer
Varda Space Industries
El Segundo, CA
Ensure system quality and performance through software test, verification, and validation (V&V) techniques.
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Mission Planning Systems Engineer
nLogic
El Segundo, CA
Support Verification and Validation (V&V) activities for mission planning software and algorithm updates
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Test Engineer III
Sierra Nevada Corporation
Hagerstown, MD
Experience with planning, conducting and documenting Verification and Validation (V&V) activities.
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Systems Engineer II
Sierra Nevada Corporation
Lone Tree, CO
…and sustain our way of living. Join our team! As a Systems Engineer II, you will build upon foundational skills and perform intermediate tasks in requirements engineering, systems…
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Senior Systems Engineer for Space Launch Systems
Amentum
Huntsville, AL
…activities associated with the development, integration and verification/validation of SLS Integration and Test Facilities (IATF) and Software Development Facilities (SDFs) that will be…
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Sentinel - Principal / Sr Principal Systems Engineer - 18977
Northrop Grumman
Roy
Northrop Grumman Defense Systems is seeking a Principal / Sr Principal Systems Engineer. This opening is in Roy, UT and will support the Sentinel Program. Northrop Grumman supports the Air…
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ES234 Principal Software Engineer - EDGE
ADNET Systems, Inc.
Greenbelt, MD
We are seeking a Principal Software Engineer to lead the architecture, design, development, integration, and verification of software for the Bench Checkout Equipment (BCE) supporting…
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Sentinel - Principal / Sr Principal Systems Engineer - 18977
CORP-Corporate Office
United States
Northrop Grumman Defense Systems is seeking a Principal / Sr Principal Systems Engineer. This opening is in Roy, UT and will support the Sentinel Program. Northrop Grumman supports the Air…
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Systems Engineer III
Sierra Nevada Corporation
Lone Tree, CO
…and sustain our way of living. Join our team! As a Systems Engineer III, you will handle advanced tasks in requirements engineering, systems integration, Verification & Validation (V&V),…
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Principal Systems Engineer
Sierra Nevada Corporation
Lone Tree, CO
…sustain our way of living. Join our team! As a Principal Systems Engineer, you will demonstrate mastery in requirements engineering, systems integration, Verification & Validation (V&V),…
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Sr. Advanced Systems Engineer - Displays and Touch Screen Controllers
Real Time Consulting, LLC
Phoenix, AZ
…Integrated Avionics systems. You will be integral in creating system solutions that meet the evolving needs of our customers. You will be involved in every aspect of the system’s life…
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Software Engineer - Next Generation FMS Flight Planning
Real Time Consulting, LLC
Phoenix, AZ
JOB TITLE: Software Engineer - Next Generation FMS Flight Planning

METECS

Systems Engineer

Houston, TX, United States

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Apply by: Feb 3, 2027
Experience: 7+ years’ experience in systems engineering or a related technical field.
Posting language: English
Posted: Nov 5, 2026

Original job description

This position is for an experienced systems engineer with V&V planning and/or testing execution experience. We are seeking a person passionate about space exploration, who is self-motivated and capable of working with a team to develop and execute an integrated test planning process as a Systems Engineer supporting the SR-1 Freedom Mission Validation, Testing, and Operations group. SR-1F is a pioneer project with a condensed timeline to deliver payloads to Mars orbit while demonstrating a nuclear power system which will benefit both lunar and deep space exploration. SR-1F is being developed by a small team divided among multiple NASA centers and industry partners.

Responsibilities:

Develop and review SR-1F Validation testing products, including integrated validation scenarios, detailed objectives, test plans, and closure notices using Concept of Operations documentation and coordination with SR-1F stakeholders.
Proactively coordinate with system and subsystem experts across a variety of technical disciplines such as: Guidance, navigation, and Control (GN&C), Power, Thermal, Flight Software, Avionics and Communications, Mission Systems (Control Centers), Flight Operations, etc.
Identify problem areas within testing, verification, and validation; propose and execute creative solutions to meet a compressed project schedule.
Assist with resource management of hardware (emulators, Engineering Development Units (EDUs), Ground Support Equipment (GSE), etc.) used for integrated testing.
Review Interface Control Documents (ICDs), Subsystem Specifications, Hazard Reports and other Systems Engineering and Integration (SE&I) data to support test planning.
Attend SR-1F Validation, Testing, and Operations meetings; build and review integrated validation and testing documentation as directed
Perform Risk Assessments for validation objectives and test scenarios to be used for test planning prioritization

Required Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in engineering.
7+ years’ experience in systems engineering or a related technical field.
Broad understanding across Systems Engineering Disciplines. Specifically, Systems. Engineering and Integration, ConOps Development, Risk Assessment, Test. Operations, Assembly and Integration, and Test and Verification.
Software and/or hardware testing experience.
Ability to learn tools and processes quickly.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Demonstrated ability to proactively build relationships and engage stakeholders across teams and technical disciplines to identify, coordinate, and resolve integrated problems.

Desired Qualifications:

Experience with large system Verification and Validation planning and execution for aerospace systems.
Knowledge of test procedure development.
Experience with the NASA Systems Development Lifecycle, Life Cycle Reviews, and associated products.

Citizenship or lawful permanent resident required due to federal position.

About METECS:

We are a high-performance team providing advanced engineering, software, and analysis solutions for human space flight and terrestrial applications. We develop and integrate custom software for NASA and other government and commercial customers utilizing a wide variety of in-house, commercial, and open-source technologies. Our specialties include robotics automation, embedded systems, hardware/software integration, multibody dynamics simulations, immersive computer graphics, XR systems and advanced web-based tools.

METECS is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

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