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NAVAIR Systems Engineer, Senior

American Systems


Job Location:

San Diego, CA - USA

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer
Posted: 14 May 2026 (30+ days ago)
Application Deadline: 28 August 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy
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Job Summary

Overview

AMERICAN SYSTEMS is an employee-owned federal government contractor supporting national priority programs through our strategic solutions in Information Technology Test & Evaluation Program Mission Support Engineering & Analysis and Training.

As our next Systems engineer SR supporting NAVAIRyoull collaborate with talented professionals to create innovative mission-critical solutions that empower naval aviation and defense operations. Your expertise will help shape cutting-edge systems enhance national security and drive technological advancement for our nation.

Responsibilities
  • Perform Software Systems Engineering for the acquisition development and sustainment of various programs supporting aircraft and weapons systems.

  • Perform the following activities as part of software development: system resource evaluation; software requirements evaluation; design evaluation; software definition code and unit test; integration test; software delivery and independent test; software quality assurance; and software configuration monitoring.

  • Conduct reviews of Contract Data Requirements List (CDRL) products.

  • Participate in System Engineering Technical Reviews (SRRs SSRs PDRs CDRs TRRs etc.) evaluating supporting work products to Government standards.

  • Participate in all software life-cycle reviews from requirements analysis preliminary design detailed design integration and test.

  • Review and comment on proposed system requirements based on Government provided information. Verify the system requirements meet the stated program objectives.

  • Support program reviews and periodic program status meetings.

  • Support the Engineering Change Proposal (ECP) process.

  • Support Statement of Work and CDRL development.

  • Support technical evaluations of Contractor proposals.

  • Make recommendations regarding human systems engineering. Experience with DOD-STD-2167A/MIL-STD-498/IEEE 12207 is preferred.

Qualifications
  • Current DoD Secret clearance is required. Ability to obtain Top Secret must be a U.S. Citizen.
  • MH-60R/S experience is required
  • BS or BA degree in a Technical Discipline.
  • At least five (5)years of experience in Software/Systems Engineering supporting DoD aircraft systems DoD weapons systems DoD mission systems or DoD support systems consisting of the design development integration and system testing of computer hardware and software.
  • Experience with Systems Software Systems-of-Systems engineering model-based systems engineering or systems safety & reliability is desired.
  • Experience in military aircraft avionic systems and software is desired.
  • The successful candidate should possess strong communication (written/oral) and presentation skills as well as strong critical thinking and reasoning skills.
Wage Transparency Statement
AMERICAN SYSTEMS is committed to pay transparency for our applicants and employee-owners. The salary range for this position is USD $100000.00/Yr. - USD $150000/Yr. Actual compensation will be determined based on several factors permitted by law. AMERICAN SYSTEMS provides for the welfare of its employees and their dependents through a comprehensive benefits program by offering healthcare benefits paid leave retirement plans insurance programs and education and training assistance.
EEO Statement
EEO Race/Sex/Disability Status/Veteran Status

Required Experience:

IC


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AMERICAN SYSTEMS has been delivering IT and Engineering solutions to complex national priority programs since 1975. Our mission-focused approach ensures a trusted, collaborative partnership with our customers. Performance is paramount. We know what’s at stake. ®

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