Senior Principal Systems Engineer

General Dynamics

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Work type: On-site
Location: Dedham, MA
Salary: $201,709–$212,000 / yr
Posted: 5 days ago
Freshness: Confirmed live today
Nearby: 99+ roles within 25 mi

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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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The Senior Principal Systems Engineer (cleared) joins the Dedham Cyber Engineering team to develop mission critical NSA-certified Cybersecurity devices. Working within a cross functional team, this role involves developing custom in-house software for a rapidly growing product line focused on high-speed data and cybersecurity. Key responsibilities include requirements analysis and management, functional analysis, performance analysis, systems design, trade studies, and system integration and testing. The candidate will write CONOPS, specifications, and requirements, deriving them into software designs, code, and test plans while executing systems level testing and debugging. Required technical skills include Model-based Systems Engineering, Full Stack experience, and extensive experience with DOORs. Preferred competencies include Linux, networking experience across Layer 2 and Layer 3, and proficiency with systems and test tools in a lab environment.

What does a Systems Engineer earn in Massachusetts?

Median $119100 from 54 postings across 3 companies.

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Skills

Model-based Systems Engineering (MBSE) DOORs Full Stack Linux Requirements Analysis Systems Design System Integration Networking Layer 2 Layer 3 CONOPS AI Systems Engineering Trade Studies

What you'll do

Develop mission-critical NSA-certified cybersecurity devices for high-speed data environments.
Perform requirements analysis, functional analysis, and performance analysis for complex systems.
Conduct trade studies and manage system design throughout the product lifecycle.
Write CONOPS, specifications, and requirements to derive software designs and test plans.
Execute system-level testing and debugging using specialized lab tools.
Manage the full development lifecycle including maintenance and regular technology refreshes.
Identify opportunities to apply AI for continuous process improvement and innovation.

What we're looking for

U.S. citizenship is required.
Department of Defense Secret security clearance is required at time of hire.
Bachelor's degree in Systems Engineering or a related field plus 10 years of relevant experience.
Master's degree plus 8 years of relevant experience.
Model-based Systems Engineering (MBSE) (preferred).
Full Stack experience (preferred).
Extensive experience with DOORs (preferred).
Requirements Analysis and Management, Functional Analysis, performance analysis, and Systems design (preferred).