Sr. Systems Engineer

As a Senior Systems Engineer at MAG Aerospace, your primary responsibilities include providing engineering technical support for the Navy Cyber Warfare Developmental Group. This involves developing new capabilities, reviewing and recommending changes to crucial engineering documents, conducting risk assessments, and participating in program and design reviews. Your expertise will significantly influence the success of advanced defense and space systems.

To be a Senior Systems Engineer at MAG Aerospace, candidates need at least 10 years of engineering experience in defense, space, or advanced concept design implementation. A Bachelor’s degree in engineering or a related discipline is essential, along with the ability to obtain a Top Secret security clearance. Familiarity with RF hardware systems, Agile software development, and various simulation tools is also beneficial.

Security clearance is crucial for the Senior Systems Engineer position at MAG Aerospace. The role requires candidates to have a current Top Secret security clearance, with eligibility for access to Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI). This ensures that the team can work on sensitive defense projects safely and effectively.

Key skills for the Senior Systems Engineer at MAG Aerospace include a high level of self-motivation, the ability to work independently, and expert proficiency in MS Office 365. Additionally, strong written and oral communication skills are essential for effective briefings and collaboration with team members and clients.

As a Senior Systems Engineer at MAG Aerospace, you'll receive a comprehensive Total Rewards package that includes health benefits, retirement plans, tuition assistance, and professional development opportunities. The aim is to support your total well-being both personally and professionally, making it an attractive workplace for talented engineers.

When answering this question, discuss your relevant experiences, particularly focusing on large-scale integration projects. Highlight specific challenges you faced, your role in those projects, and the outcomes. Provide examples of how you identified and mitigated risks, showcasing both technical skills and problem-solving ability.

In your response, detail your experience with RF hardware systems, including any specific projects you've worked on. Discuss the types of testing equipment you’ve used and how you applied your knowledge in practical situations, emphasizing both troubleshooting and successful implementation.

Explain your systematic approach to risk management by discussing how you identify, assess, and prioritize risks. Share specific examples of risk mitigation strategies you've implemented in past projects and the positive impact they had on the project's success.

Discuss your experience with design reviews, emphasizing your role in contributing to meeting agendas, presenting findings, and suggesting improvements. Provide examples of how your input has led to enhanced designs or successful implementations, focusing on collaboration with diverse teams.

Talk about any specific simulation tools you are experienced with, such as GMAT, MatLab, or any relevant COTS tools. Share examples where you used these tools for orbit design or performance analysis, highlighting how they contributed to achieving project goals.

Discuss your strategies for maintaining accurate and detailed documentation. Mention tools you use, your organizational methods, and the importance of documentation for compliance and team communication. Highlight any specific software you're proficient in that supports documentation processes.

Provide a specific example of a technical challenge you faced in your work. Describe the problem, your analytical approach to finding a solution, and the steps you took to resolve it. Emphasize the skills you utilized and the lessons learned from this experience.

Emphasize the importance of communication within engineering teams. Discuss how you ensure clarity in written and oral communications, share strategies for collaborative problem-solving, and how effective communication has contributed to your past project's successes.

Outline your methods for keeping current with engineering trends, such as attending workshops, typing into professional networks, following relevant publications, or participating in online forums. Emphasize how staying informed helps you bring innovative solutions to your engineering projects.

Articulate your interest in MAG Aerospace by discussing its commitment to innovation and excellence in defense systems. Express your belief in the company's mission to enhance safety and situational awareness, and how your skills align with their objectives. Highlight your enthusiasm about being part of a high-caliber team that makes a meaningful impact.