Senior Principal Systems Engineer

General Dynamics

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Work type
On-site
Location
Dedham, MA
Salary
$192,113–$202,619 / yr
Posted
50 days ago
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Confirmed live 2 days ago

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Similar $186k
This role $197k
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This role pays more than 52% of similar roles. Most pay $156,600–$216,271 — the shaded band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $197k versus about $186k for comparable roles.

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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.

General Dynamics currently has 1123 open roles on FindRole.

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TL;DR · Senior Principal Systems Engineer

As a Senior Principal Systems Engineer, you will join the Dedham Cyber Engineering team to develop mission-critical, NSA-certified cybersecurity devices within a rapidly growing product line. Working with custom in-house software, you will be part of a cross-functional team focused on high-speed data and cutting-edge cybersecurity solutions. Your daily responsibilities include performing requirements analysis, functional and performance analysis, trade studies, and system integration and testing. You will also define project scopes, write CONOPS or specifications, and derive them into software designs and test plans. The role requires expertise in Model-based Systems Engineering, Full Stack experience, and the DOORs tool. Additional technical competencies include Linux, Layer 2 and Layer 3 networking, and proficiency with systems and test tools for lab environments to support long development lifecycles and regular technology refreshes.

What does a Systems Engineer earn in Massachusetts?

Median $125000 from 48 postings across 4 companies.

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What you'll do

  • Develop mission-critical NSA-certified cybersecurity devices for a high-speed data product line.
  • Perform requirements analysis, management, and functional analysis to support system design.
  • Conduct trade studies and perform performance analysis for complex systems.
  • Execute system integration and testing in a laboratory environment using specialized tools.
  • Author CONOPS, technical specifications, and requirements documents.
  • Translate high-level requirements into software designs, code, and test plans.
  • Provide technical direction and leadership to execute projects with minimal guidance.
  • Identify opportunities to integrate AI for continuous improvement and innovation.

What we're looking for

  • Bachelor's degree in Systems Engineering or a related field with 10 years of experience, or a Master's degree with 8 years of experience.
  • Active Department of Defense Secret security clearance is required at time of hire.
  • U.S. citizenship is required.
  • Model-based Systems Engineering (MBSE) (preferred).
  • Full Stack experience (preferred).
  • Extensive experience with DOORs (preferred).
  • Experience in requirements analysis, management, functional analysis, performance analysis, and systems design (preferred).
  • Experience with Linux and networking including Layer 2 and Layer 3 (preferred).

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