Junior Systems Engineer

General Dynamics

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Work type: On-site
Location: Dedham, MA
Salary: $94,388–$99,550 / yr
Posted: 84 days ago
Freshness: Confirmed live yesterday
Nearby: 99+ roles within 25 mi

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Below market

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About General Dynamics

General Dynamics is a global aerospace and defense company offering a broad portfolio of products and services in business aviation, ship construction, land combat vehicles, and information technology. It serves customers in the U.S. government, allied governments, and a diverse array of commercial markets.

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TL;DR · Junior Systems Engineer

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The Junior Systems Engineer (cleared) joins the Dedham Cyber Engineering team to support the development of mission critical NSA-certified cybersecurity devices. Working within a cross functional team, the engineer focuses on custom in-house software for high-speed data environments. Key responsibilities include requirements analysis and management, functional and performance analysis, systems design, trade studies, and system integration and testing. The role involves writing CONOPS, specifications, and requirements, then deriving software designs, code, and test plans for execution in lab environments. Required technical skills and tools include MBSE, DOORs, Full Stack experience, and Linux. Candidates should also possess networking experience across Layer 2 and Layer 3. This position addresses complex cybersecurity problems, requiring maintenance and regular technology refreshes over long product lifecycles.

What does a Systems Engineer earn in Massachusetts?

Median $119100 from 54 postings across 3 companies.

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Skills

MBSE Full Stack DOORS Linux Requirements Analysis Systems Design System Integration Networking Layer 2 Layer 3 Agile CONOPS AI Systems Engineering

What you'll do

Develop mission-critical NSA-certified cybersecurity devices for high-speed data applications.
Perform requirements analysis and management to define system specifications.
Conduct functional analysis, performance analysis, and systems design.
Execute trade studies to evaluate various system options.
Perform system integration and testing in a lab environment.
Write CONOPS, specifications, and requirements to derive software designs and test plans.
Execute systems-level testing and debugging of custom in-house software.
Identify opportunities to apply AI for continuous improvement and innovation.

What we're looking for

Requires a Bachelor's degree in Systems Engineering or a related Science, Engineering, or Mathematics field.
Must possess a Department of Defense Secret security clearance at the time of hire.
U.S. citizenship is required.
Agile experience is preferred.
Preferred skills include MBSE, Full Stack experience, and extensive experience with DOORs.
Preferred experience includes Requirements Analysis, Functional Analysis, Systems Design, Trade Studies, and System Integration and Testing.
Nice to have Linux and Networking experience including Layer 2 and Layer 3.
Nice to have experience working in a fast-paced product development environment.

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