Senior Systems Engineer – Top Secret – Local
Our DoD/Aerospace client is looking to fill a Senior Systems Engineer – Top Secret/SCI position that just opened in Scottsdale, AZ. In this role, you will support the design, development, integration, and deployment of mission-critical Restricted Ground Systems, working across systems engineering, hardware, software, modem, and antenna system technologies. To be considered, you will have a Bachelor’s Degree in Systems Engineering, Engineering, Science, Technology, Mathematics, or a related field, plus 8+ years of relevant experience, or a Master’s Degree plus 6+ years of relevant experience. An active TS/SCI clearance is required at the time of hire.
Location: Scottsdale, AZ
Position: Senior Systems Engineer – Top Secret/SCI
Contract: 12–24 months or longer
Pay: $88.51/hour
Shift: 1st Shift
Work Schedule: Onsite
Key Responsibilities:
- Perform requirements analysis, decomposition, allocation, and management throughout the system development lifecycle
- Support system architecture, design studies, integration, verification, validation, and testing activities
- Conduct technical planning, risk assessments, trade studies, and performance analyses
- Develop and evaluate secure systems, networks, and information systems to meet government security requirements
- Coordinate external interfaces, Interface Control Documents (ICDs), and cross-functional engineering activities
- Participate in modeling, simulation, troubleshooting, and system performance evaluations
- Research and assess vendor products, COTS components, specifications, and technical documentation
- Support the development of technical engineering products using established processes, standards, and tools
- Lead project activities, mentor junior engineers, and contribute to major engineering programs
- Interface regularly with customers, program leadership, and engineering teams
Required Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Systems Engineering, Engineering, Science, Technology, Mathematics, or related field
- 8+ years of systems engineering experience (or Master’s Degree with 6+ years)
- Active Department of Defense TS/SCI security clearance
- U.S. Citizenship required
- Experience with systems engineering processes, requirements management, and systems integration
- Ability to work independently on complex technical challenges
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience with Ground Systems, Modem Systems, and Antenna Systems
- Multi-level security and cross-domain system expertise
- Agile development program experience
- Systems engineering leadership experience
- Experience coordinating external interfaces and ICDs
- Strong understanding of system scope management and requirements decomposition
- Modeling and Simulation experience
- Excellent communication, problem-solving, and technical leadership skills
What You'll Experience:
- Supporting advanced national security and defense programs
- Working with cutting-edge technologies and mission-critical systems
- Collaborative engineering environment with opportunities for growth and innovation
- Flexible 9/80 work schedule option (every other Friday off)
- Exposure to complex engineering challenges and customer-facing technical activities
Clearance Requirement:
- Active TS/SCI clearance required at time of hire
- U.S. Citizenship required
Work Environment:
- 100% Onsite
- Scottsdale, AZ Facility
About our client:
Our client is a mission critical DOD – Aerospace defense contractor developing solutions that will lead, serve, and protect our country. Our client develops strategic systems for defense, civil government, intelligence and cyber end users on a international basis.
About APR:
Since 1980 APR Consulting, Inc. has provided professional recruiting and contingent workforce solutions to a diverse mix of clients, industries, and skill sets nationwide.
We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Don't miss out on this amazing opportunity! If you feel your experience is a match for this position, please apply today and join our team. We look forward to working with you!
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APR Consulting, Inc., is one of the most trusted talent acquisition and workforce solutions providers in the United States. Known for exceptional responsiveness, agile strategies, and consistently high-level talent, the firm has become a go-to for organizations and managed services providers navigating complex change and urgent challenges. Since its founding in 1980, APR has transformed from a California IT-focused staffing firm to a full-service solutions provider filling a wide range of positions and serving over eight industries — including aerospace and defense, healthcare, IT, telecom, hospitality/gaming, sports/entertainment, government, and utilities –– in all 50 states, with a loyal roster of more than 850 specialized professionals.