• Systems Engineer

    Actalent (Richardson, TX)


    Job Title: Systems Engineer

    Job Description

    We are seeking a talented and motivated Systems Engineer to contribute to our system development and engineering efforts. As a Systems Engineer, you will have the opportunity to work on cutting-edge aerospace projects and support the full lifecycle of system development, from proposal to deployment. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, including engineering, system architects, and leadership, to ensure the successful implementation of system requirements.

    Responsibilities

    + Manage program architecture and requirements throughout all phases, including proposal, design, implementation, test, and deployment.

    + Demonstrate effective communication and collaboration skills to work seamlessly with team members and stakeholders.

    + Support and improve Systems Engineering processes and procedures to optimize efficiency and quality.

    + Define and model systems, including requirements, structure, behavior, and traceability.

    + Document and decompose system, subsystem, and component requirements.

    + Allocate requirements to system elements and functions.

    + Analyze requirements traceability and verification.

    + Reconcile requirements conflicts, ambiguities, or gaps.

    + Prepare system design documents and presentations.

    + Collaborate with engineering, system architects, and leadership.

    + Review designs and documents to ensure requirements are satisfied.

    + Estimate material and labor costs.

    Essential Skills

    + Strong understanding of Systems Engineering principles and requirements management.

    + Proficiency in JAMA requirements management software.

    + Familiarity with Model-Based Systems Engineering practices and tools.

    + Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools.

    + Ability to obtain a DoD Top Secret security clearance.

     

    Additional Skills & Qualifications

     

    + Bachelor’s degree in engineering or equivalent related experience.

    + Current Secret or Top-Secret security clearance.

    + Experience working with Model-Based Systems Engineering tools such as the Systems Modeler.

     

    Work Environment

     

    The work involves collaboration with cross-functional teams within an innovative aerospace environment.

     

    Job Type & Location

     

    This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Richardson, TX.

    Pay and Benefits

    The pay range for this position is $55.00 - $84.00/hr.

     

    Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

     

    • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

     

    Workplace Type

     

    This is a hybrid position in Richardson,TX.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Nov 20, 2025.

    About Actalent

    Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

     

    The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

     

    If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email [email protected] (%[email protected]) for other accommodation options.