Systems Engineer

General Dynamics

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Work type
On-site
Location
Fort Hood, TX
Salary
$110,500–$149,500 / yr
Posted
58 days ago
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Confirmed live 2 days ago

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Below market

How this pay compares to similar roles

Similar $158k
This role $130k
$101k most similar roles pay here $201k

This role pays less than 73% of similar roles. Most pay $126,200–$189,200 — the shaded band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $130k versus about $158k for comparable roles.

Based on 240 similar postings.

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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.

Listed pay typically runs $124,093–$150,385 across 984 roles with salary data.

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At a glance

TL;DR · Systems Engineer

Systems Engineer As a Systems Engineer for the III Armored Corps Sensor Integration & Data Fusion Lab, you will serve as the Chief Architect and Technical Lead. You will act as a player-coach to manage complex, multi-stakeholder initiatives while performing hands-on technical integration of sensors like UAS and HAPS into data-centric architectures. Your daily work involves designing multi-enclave data architectures, managing cloud infrastructure across AWS, Azure, and Google platforms, and integrating machine learning models with sensor data. You will also oversee test and evaluation methodologies to capture performance metrics for AI/ML algorithms. The role requires proficiency in TypeScript, Python, and SQL, along with experience in containerization using Docker and Kubernetes. This position solves critical intelligence data challenges by delivering combat-ready, data-dominant capabilities to support the U.S. Army Europe-Africa Eastern Front Deterrence Initiative.

What does a Systems Engineer earn?

Median $158250 from 186 postings across 30 companies.

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What you'll do

  • Design and maintain multi-enclave data architectures to ensure secure data flow between different security levels.
  • Lead the technical integration of various sensors, including UAS and ground systems, into the Army's Integrated Sensor Architecture.
  • Manage cloud infrastructure across AWS, Azure, and Google platforms in coordination with the Enterprise Cloud Management Agency.
  • Develop and test Cross-Domain Solutions to facilitate secure data transfers between disparate networks.
  • Integrate machine learning models and large language models with real-world sensor data feeds.
  • Manage project plans, budgets, and schedules while serving as the primary point of contact for all lab activities.
  • Design and oversee rigorous testing methodologies to evaluate sensor performance metrics like latency and accuracy.
  • Create and document new Tactics, Techniques, and Procedures (TTPs) based on laboratory test results and operational feedback.

What we're looking for

  • U.S. citizenship is required.
  • Must possess a Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility.
  • Bachelor's degree in a technical field such as Computer Science, Data Science, or Systems Engineering (relevant experience may be substituted).
  • 8+ years of proven experience in systems integration, data engineering, or a related technical field within the DoD or Intelligence Community.
  • A current IAT II Certification is required at time of hire.
  • Proficiency in TypeScript, Python, and SQL; experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud) and network fundamentals.
  • Proven project management experience leading complex technical projects with multiple stakeholders.
  • Experience in technical laboratory management or operations.
  • Master's degree in a relevant technical field (preferred).
  • Project Management certification (PMP, DAWIA, ScrumMaster) or Data Science Certification (CAP, SDS) (preferred).
  • Direct experience with military sensor systems and their data formats (preferred).
  • Experience with spectrum management, electronic warfare platforms, wave forms, and telemetry data (preferred).
  • Experience with air defense and target acquisition radar, Link 16, and unmanned systems (preferred).
  • Experience with the Integrated Sensor Architecture (ISA), UCS, or other DoD data standards (preferred).
  • Hands-on experience with containerization (Docker, Kubernetes) and infrastructure-as-code (e.g., Terraform, CloudFormation) (preferred).
  • Familiarity with Army intelligence platforms (e.g., AIDP, Palantir Foundry, Maven Smart Systems, TITAN) and tactical networks (preferred).
  • Experience working in a multi-enclave DoD environment and familiarity with Cross-Domain Solutions (CDS) (preferred).

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