Senior Systems Engineering Manager

Job Description

Lead a multi-site systems engineering organization within a growing defense technology company supporting mission-critical electronic systems. This role oversees a distributed team and is responsible for raising performance standards, improving structure, and driving cradle-to-grave systems engineering execution. The position is based in the DC Metro area in Virginia suburb.

YOU’LL BE A GREAT FIT IF YOU:

• You have deep experience leading cradle-to-grave systems engineering across architecture, requirements flow-down, integration, and verification.
• You have successfully led and rebuilt distributed engineering teams while driving accountability and measurable performance improvements.
• You bring strong experience with model-based systems engineering and structured requirements management tools such as DOORS.
• You are a confident, decisive leader who can collaborate across functions while raising technical and operational standards.

WHAT YOU GET:

• The challenge of rebuilding and elevating a critical engineering function within a high-growth defense environment.
• Direct visibility to executive leadership and the opportunity to shape long-term technical strategy.
• A competitive executive-level compensation package aligned with top engineering leadership roles.
• The stability of working in a mission-driven defense sector with strong growth and long-term program demand.

Salary

Salary Range: $200,000 - $250,000

TO BE CONSIDERED, YOU’LL NEED:

A Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Master’s preferred), 12+ years of experience in complex engineering environments, and at least 5 years of leadership experience managing engineers, programs, or technical strategy. Experience leading geographically distributed teams and the ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance are required.

Final Note

If this resonates you and you believe you are able to meet the challenges of an exciting company in the defense sector, please apply.