Systems Engineer

Summary

CAE USA is seeking a talented and motivated professional to join our team at our Binghamton, NY location. This role is an integral part of our mission to deliver world‑class simulation, training, and mission‑readiness solutions. The selected candidate will work onsite at our Binghamton facility, collaborating closely with cross‑functional engineering teams, program managers, and customers. Relocation assistance is available for eligible candidates interested in making Binghamton their new home base.

• Design and maintain core systems that ensure reliable, high‑performing simulator operation.
• Modernize legacy simulator systems with enhancements, new features, and optimized stability.
• Collaborate with software and hardware teams to integrate system components seamlessly into realtime training devices.
• Support system reviews and cross‑functional innovation to evolve next‑generation training capabilities.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex system issues across modern and legacy platforms.
• Contribute to systems that directly support pilot readiness and mission safety.

• Bachelor’s degree in Systems, Electrical, Computer, Aerospace, or related engineering field.
• 5+ years of systems engineering experience in the defense domain (mission systems, C4
  
  ISR, EW, avionics, sensors, or comparable).
• Demonstrated strength in troubleshooting and resolving complex technical system issues.
• Ability to obtain and maintain an active DoD Secret or higher clearance and Special Program Access prior to the start of employment.
• Flexibility to support occasional overtime, weekend work, shift work and site travel (CONUS).
• Due to U.S. Government contract requirements, only U.S. citizens are eligible for this role.

• Knowledge of network and platform interfaces (e.g., Ethernet/TCP/IP, MIL‑STD‑1553, ARINC 429/664, serial buses).
• Strong problem‑solving instincts and a passion for building reliable, high‑performance systems.
• Experience working in Waterfall and/or Agile/Scrum environments.
• Experience with Electronic Warfare, radar/EO/IR sensors, signal processing/DSP, or secure communications.

• Must comply with all company security and data protection / usage policies and procedures.
• Personally responsible for proper marking and handling of all information and materials, in any form.
• Incumbent must be eligible for DoD Personal Security Clearance.

• Duties performed in an office environment and manufacturing facility.
• Must be able to work overtime on and off‑shifts as required.
• This position will be onsite in Binghamton, NY.

• Must be able to perform normal office duties (e.g., sitting for long periods at a desk).
• Must be able to travel CONUS/OCONUS via car and airplane.
• Must be able to climb stairs to enter and exit a simulator.

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CAE USA Inc. is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to any protected characteristic, including disability and protected veteran status, as defined under federal, state, or local laws.

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