Systems Engineer I – Tactical Missile System Simulation (Unreal Engine

Location:

US-MA-TEWKSBURY-TB3 ~ 50 Apple Hill Dr ~ CONCORD BLDG, Tewksbury Tb3 300 Concord

United States of America

US-MA-TEWKSBURY-TB3 ~ 50 Apple Hill Dr ~ CONCORD BLDG, Tewksbury Tb3 300 Concord

Onsite

The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance is required. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance

DoD Clearance:
Secret

Active and existing security clearance required after day 1

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We are seeking a Systems Engineer to generate requirements and provide general support for the development of a virtual crew drill trainer software application that simulates a tactical missile system in a first‑person 3D gaming environment built using Unreal Engine. Responsibilities span the full software system lifecycle, including concept development, requirements generation, verification testing, defect resolution, and software release. This role is well suited for individuals with strong problem‑solving skills and a foundational understanding of software or electromechanical systems.

Work will be performed as an individual contributor within a multi‑disciplinary scrum team in an agile development environment and will require interfacing with tactical system Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) and adhering to contract deliverable formats and standards.

You will be joining a multidisciplinary team that offers opportunities to learn new skills and gain exposure to the full lifecycle development process—from requirements definition through implementation, testing, and release. This position also provides avenues for growth and increasing levels of responsibility, including exposure to project and program management.

• Research tactical system concepts using schematics, functional block diagrams, system data, parts lists, CAD drawings, and technical manuals.
• Generate requirements documents for software engineers to implement training scenarios within existing software applications.
• Coordinate with software engineers throughout the implementation process.
• Test software in accordance with established requirements documents.
• Document, track, and support the resolution of software defects.
• Work in a fast-paced environment that requires accuracy and attention to detail.
• Travel up to 10% of the time, domestically and internationally, to support customer test events, data collection, and the development of foreign military partnerships.

• Typically requires a degree in Science Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and less than 2 years of prior experience
• Experience with Microsoft Products

• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in team environments, supported by academic projects, internships, or research experience.
• Strong process discipline and adaptability, with solid organizational skills and the ability to manage workloads to meet deadlines and business objectives.
• Familiarity with engineering principles, requirements generation, configuration management, and systems engineering concepts.
• Exposure to technical manuals, military procedures, radar systems, modular system architectures, and simulation or video game technology.
• Experience or…