Systems Engineer (Engineer Systems 5)
Date: Mar 20, 2026
Location: Adelphi, MD, Maryland, United States
Company: HII's Mission Technologies division
Requisition Number: 27831
Required Travel: 0 - 10%
Employment Type: Full Time/Salaried/Exempt
Anticipated Salary Range: $156,347.00 - $230,000.00
Security Clearance: Top Secret
Level of Experience: Senior
This opportunity resides with Warfare Systems (WS), a business group within HII’s Mission Technologies division. Warfare Systems comprises cyber and mission IT; electronic warfare; and C5ISR systems.
HII works within our nation’s intelligence and cyber operations communities to defend our interests in cyberspace and anticipate emerging threats. Our capabilities in cybersecurity, network architecture, reverse engineering, software and hardware development uniquely enable us to support sensitive missions for the U.S. military and federal agency partners.
Meet HII’s Mission Technologies Division
Our team of more than 7,000 professionals worldwide delivers all-domain expertise and advanced technologies in service of mission partners across the globe. Mission Technologies is leading the next evolution of national defense – the data evolution - by accelerating a breadth of national security solutions for government and commercial customers. Our capabilities range from C5ISR, AI and Big Data, cyber operations and synthetic training environments to fleet sustainment, environmental remediation and the largest family of unmanned underwater vehicles in every class. Find the role that’s right for you. Apply today. We look forward to meeting you.
To learn more about Mission Technologies, click here for a short video: https://vimeo.com/732533072
Come Join HII! Where Hard Stuff is Done Right!
We are seeking a Systems Engineer to support our work with the U.S. Army Research Laboratory in Adelphi, MD. Work with organizational experts and assist in the performance of Research, Development, Test and Evaluation (RDT&E) studies and analyses for Defense Systems. This includes Systems related to new and emerging technologies as well as development of mitigation strategies that can enhance military systems, subsystems, and components, particularly technology insertion and rapid prototyping to enhance the performance of legacy systems.
HII has been providing engineering and management support to the U.S. Army Research Laboratory for over 10 years, and the exciting work we do for this customer keeps growing with new and continued support in RDT&E.
Come support our work with the U.S. Army Research Laboratory and join a world class team of groundbreaking scientists and engineers!
Responsibilities: I want to and can do that!
• Perform technical planning, system integration, verification and validation, cost and risk assessment, and supportability and effectiveness analyses for total systems.
• Conduct analyses at all levels of the total system product lifecycle, including concept, design, fabrication, testing, installation, operation, maintenance, and disposal.
• Ensure the logical and systematic conversion of customer or product requirements into total system solutions that meet technical, schedule, and cost constraints.
• Perform functional analysis, timeline analysis, detailed trade studies, requirements allocation, and interface definition studies to translate customer requirements into hardware and software specifications.
• Prepare technical documentation, reports, and presentations summarizing experimental methods and findings.
• Support preparation of research results for internal briefings and external publications.
I have already done that or have it!
• 15 years relevant experience with Bachelors in related field; 13 years relevant experience with Masters in related field; 10 years relevant experience with PhD or Juris Doctorate in related field; or High School Diploma or equivalent and 19 years relevant experience.
• The candidate must also have the ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret security clearance.
Preferred Requirements
• A strong preference will be given to candidates with experience developing System Requirements Review (SRR) and architecting SysML models in Cameo, including use cases, logical context diagrams, behavioral and state modeling, and end‑to‑end requirements traceability.
• Ideal candidates will also have the skillset to produce detailed 3D CAD models and mechanical drawings to support system‑level requirements packages, as well as broad systems engineering experience creating System and Subsystem Requirements Documents (SRDs), test plans, test procedures, technical documentation, and Requirements Verification Traceability Matrices (RVTMs). Additional preferred qualifications include conducting preliminary hardware and software testing, coordinating closely with customer technical leadership, managing PCBA vendor selection and design‑for‑manufacturability (DFM) processes, and leading the design and development of complex digital processor hardware.
• Experience performing system performance analysis using MATLAB and providing technical leadership in advanced manufacturing domains—such as printed electronics, multi‑chip module processes, CNC machine configuration, and automated equipment programming—is also highly valued.
Physical Requirements
HII is more than a job - it’s an opportunity to build a new future. We offer competitive benefits such as best-in-class medical, dental and vision plan choices; wellness resources; employee assistance programs; Savings Plan Options (401(k)); financial planning tools, life insurance; employee discounts; paid holidays and paid time off; tuition reimbursement; as well as early childhood and post-secondary education scholarships. Bonus/other non-recurrent compensation is occasionally offered for qualified positions, and if applicable to this role will be addressed by the recruiter at the screening phase of application.
Why HII
We build the world’s most powerful, survivable naval ships and defense technology solutions that safeguard our seas, sky, land, space and cyber. Our workforce includes skilled tradespeople; artificial intelligence, machine learning (AI/ML) experts; engineers; technologists; scientists; logistics experts; and business administration professionals.
Recognized as one of America’s top large company employers, we are a values and ethics driven organization that puts people’s safety and well-being first. Regardless of your role or where you serve, at HII, you’ll find a supportive and welcoming environment, competitive benefits, and valuable educational and training programs for continual career growth at every stage of your career.
Together we are working to ensure a future where everyone can be free and thrive.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, physical or mental disability, age, or veteran status or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law.
Do You Need Assistance?
If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to buildyourcareer@hii-co.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Reasonable accommodations are considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only those inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address. Additionally, you may also call 1-844-849-8463 for assistance. Press #3 for HII Mission Technologies.