Junior Systems Engineer

Position Overview

Battelle’s Cyber team is seeking a motivated Junior Systems Engineer to support our Cyber Trust and Assurance division from our Columbus, OH office. In this role, you will work on cutting-edge projects involving satellites, unmanned aerial systems (UAS) and advanced microelectronics, while being a part of an inclusive culture that values diverse backgrounds and innovative thinking.

Key Responsibilities

• Decompose complex systems and develop system models to assess risk and performance.
• Analyze specification sheets, log files, schematics, sensor outputs, firmware images, source code, simulation data, and network traffic to interpret system behavior and inform model development.
• Work with cyber-physical systems, such as UAS, with a focus on microelectronics.
• Utilize statistical methods to support data analysis and model validation.
• Apply large language models (LLMs) and other AI tools to process and analyze unstructured data.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality technical solutions.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electronics, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field with 2–5 years of relevant experience in systems engineering or a related discipline.
• Familiarity with large language models (LLMs) or willingness to learn.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Must be willing and able to obtain and maintain a DoD Top Secret clearance after hire.
• Willingness to work a hybrid schedule from the Columbus, OH office.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Electronics, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field with 3–5 years of relevant experience.
• Experience working with cyber-physical systems, such as satellites or unmanned aerial systems.
• Knowledge of microelectronics or semiconductor manufacturing.
• Experience handling Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) or working in a cleared environment.
• Proficiency in Python or other scripting languages for data analysis, automation, or system integration tasks.
• Familiarity with Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) tools and methodologies.
• Experience applying the MITRE ATT&CK and MITRE DEFEND frameworks for threat modeling, security assessment, or defensive strategy development.
• Active DoD Top Secret clearance.

Benefits & Perks

• Balance life with a compressed work schedule offering every other Friday off.
• Enjoy enhanced work flexibility with a hybrid arrangement (60% in-office and 40% remote).
• Take paid time off to support work-life balance and recharge.
• Prioritize wellness with comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage along with wellness incentives.
• Benefit from partner coverage, gender-affirming care, and family formation support.
• Build your financial future with an industry-leading 401(k) retirement savings plan with matching contributions.
• Advance your education through tuition assistance opportunities.