• Systems Engineer

    Actalent (Colorado Springs, CO)


    Job Title: Systems EngineerJob Description

     

    We are seeking a highly skilled Systems Engineer with a strong background in systems modeling, requirements management, and radar systems engineering. The ideal candidate will bring advanced technical expertise, exceptional analytical skills, and a collaborative mindset to support complex defense and aerospace programs.

    Responsibilities

    + Develop, analyze, and maintain system requirements and baselines.

    + Create and review systems engineering artifacts, including requirements documents, design specifications, and process documentation.

    + Perform functional requirement parsing, derivation, allocation, and traceability.

    + Utilize Cameo Systems Modeler for system modeling and DOORS for requirements management.

    + Apply engineering software tools such as MATLAB/Simulink, Jira, and iRIS (or similar) to support system development and analysis.

    + Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure system integrity and performance.

    + Support radar systems engineering efforts, including design, integration, and testing.

    + Contribute to continuous improvement of engineering processes and methodologies.

    Essential Skills

    + Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical field.

    + 9–13 years of relevant systems engineering experience.

    + Active Secret Clearance.

    + Advanced proficiency in Cameo Systems Modeler and DOORS.

    + Experience with engineering tools such as MATLAB/Simulink, Jira, and iRIS.

    + Strong understanding of requirements management and systems engineering principles.

    + Demonstrated experience in radar systems engineering.

    + Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.

    + Strong written and verbal communication abilities.

    Additional Skills & Qualifications

    + Preferred Master’s degree in a related field.

    + Experience working in defense or aerospace environments.

    + Familiarity with MBSE (Model-Based Systems Engineering).

    + Experience in developing and reviewing systems engineering artifacts such as requirements, design, and process documents.

    Work Environment

    The position offers hybrid flexibility with a location near the airplane restaurant in South COS. The role involves working on the Ground Based Radar Maintenance and Sustainment Service (GMASS) program, which focuses on sustaining, protecting, and integrating mission systems related to ground-based radars. These radars are crucial for delivering resilient space capabilities, providing early warning during conflicts, and enhancing Space Domain Awareness by detecting, tracking, and defeating missile threats.

     

    Job Type & Location

     

    This is a Contract position based out of Colorado Springs, CO.

    Pay and Benefits

    The pay range for this position is $120000.00 - $180000.00/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 Colorado Springs,CO.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Dec 1, 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.