Systems Engineer

Job Title:

Systems Engineer - UAV Programs! Job Description This role offers the opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) programs by leading systems engineering activities across the full lifecycle. You will collaborate closely with customers, program management, engineering, production, and operations teams to ensure all project requirements and artifacts are accurately modeled and implemented. The position focuses on Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE), system architecture definition, and rigorous requirements management to deliver reliable, safe, and airworthy systems. Responsibilities Collaborate with customers, program managers, engineering, production, and operations teams to understand and refine system-level requirements for UAV programs. Define, develop, and model system architectures using Model Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) tools such as Cameo or similar platforms. Apply SysML to create clear and traceable system models that accurately represent system behavior, structure, and interfaces. Develop and document system and subsystem requirements, including defining system boundaries, capabilities, functional features, and performance criteria. Coordinate with cross-discipline team members to ensure the implemented design aligns closely with the intended system design and architecture. Monitor and manage full system-level requirements for the overall built system, maintaining traceability from high-level requirements through subsystems and components. Oversee and perform validation and verification activities at both the system and subsystem levels to confirm that requirements are satisfied. Support software architecture activities, including defining interfaces and ensuring software components integrate effectively within the overall system. Conduct functional modeling to analyze system behavior, identify potential issues, and support design decisions. Contribute to reliability, safety, and airworthiness considerations in system design and verification activities, particularly within defense and aviation contexts. Communicate effectively with project and customer teams of various sizes, providing clear status updates, technical explanations, and documentation. Complete assigned tasks in a timely manner while adapting to changing priorities and needs in a smaller, fast-moving organization. Participate in continuous improvement of systems engineering processes, tools, and best practices within the team. Essential Skills 5-10 years of proven experience in systems engineering, preferably supporting complex systems such as UAVs or similar platforms. Bachelor's degree in engineering or a closely related technical discipline. Eligibility for a Secret security clearance. Hands-on experience with Model Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) tools, such as Cameo Systems Modeler or comparable tools. Working knowledge of SysML for modeling system architectures and behaviors. Strong experience in software architecture as it relates to system-level design and integration. Proven experience in functional modeling and system behavior analysis. Demonstrated ability to write clear, complete, and testable system and subsystem requirements. Experience with requirements verification and validation at system and subsystem levels. Familiarity with UAV systems, subsystems, or related aerospace platforms. Experience in defense or aviation environments, including exposure to reliability, airworthiness, and safety considerations. Ability to coordinate effectively with cross-discipline teams to align design implementation with system intent. Strong communication skills for interacting with customers and project teams of varying sizes. Ability to complete tasks on schedule and manage multiple responsibilities in a dynamic environment. Adaptability to perform a broad range of systems engineering tasks in a smaller organization. Additional Skills & Qualifications Experience with Cameo Systems Modeler or other similar MBSE tools is highly beneficial. Reliability engineering experience is helpful, particularly in aerospace, defense, or aviation contexts. Experience with airworthiness, safety, and certification-related considerations is advantageous. Experience working on UAV, defense, or aviation programs is a plus. Demonstrated ability to thrive in a growing organization with opportunities for upward mobility. Interest in working with leadership that remains hands-on and technically engaged. Work Environment This position is fully on-site in a manufacturing environment located in Madison, working within a small, close-knit organization that currently includes three other systems engineers. The standard schedule is Monday through Friday, eight hours per day, for a total of 40 hours per week. You will work in a setting that combines engineering office space with proximity to production and operations, providing direct visibility into how systems are built and integrated. The organization emphasizes a great working environment, with understanding and technically capable leadership that remains hands-on and engaged in day-to-day engineering activities. As a growing company, it offers strong opportunities for professional development, upward mobility, and a solid benefits and compensation structure. The culture values adaptability, collaboration, and a willingness to take on diverse responsibilities rather than narrowly defined tasks. Job Type & Location This is a Permanent position based out of Madison, AL. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $110000.00 - $120000.00/yr.

SECTION 1 - EMPLOYEE INFORMATION PERSONNEL POLICIES AND PRACTICES

Work Week Monday through Friday; 8 hours per day; 40 hours per week. Different hours may be assigned to specific individuals when circumstances warrant. Holidays 10 holidays: New Year's Day, President's Day, Memorial Day, Fourth of July, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day, and 3 additional Floating Holidays (1 awarded after 3 months employment, and 2 awarded after 6 months). Personal Time Off 3 weeks per year accrued at 10 hours per month:

• 1 to 5 years: 3 weeks
• 5 to 10 years: 4 weeks
• 10+ years: 5 weeks Paid time off (PTO) is available to use as vacation or sick leave.

PTO may be accrued and carried over at the end of the year up to240 total accumulative hours after 1 year. Patriotic Service Pay The Company will compensate employees for jury duty so that there will be no loss of pay for a maximum of 40 hours. Jury duty for which compensation is provided is to be served during normal working hours. Up to 120 hours per fiscal year may be charged to administrative leave for absence due to military or National Guard obligations. The Company will pay the employee the difference between their regular base rate of pay and any pay received for military duty. Compensation Payment of wages is made by direct deposit every other Friday. Performance reviews are prepared at yearly anniversaries. Merit pay increases may be given at any time as circumstances warrant. Tuition Assistance Full-time employees may be reimbursed for expenses of pre-approved job-related coursework completed at an accredited college or university, up to a limit of $1,000 per calendar year for undergraduate studies and $2,000 per calendar year for graduate studies. A grade of A or B is required to qualify for reimbursement. An employee who voluntarily terminates employment within 1 year of undergraduate level course completion or within 2 years of graduate level course completion must refund to the Company the cost of any reimbursement received.

MEDICAL CARE BENEFITS

Policy The Company provides medical and dental plans through Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama. The Company pays 100% of the premium for employees and 90% of the premium for family coverage. Coverage begins on date of hire. Premiums per pay period for medical and dental coverage are:

Blue Access Gold Plan:

Employee Only:

$0 Employee +

Child Dependent:

$29.44 Employee +

Adult Dependent:

$33.23

Family:

60.46 Blue Choice 100 (Merit):

Employee Only:

$48.69 Employee +

Child Dependent:

$118.98 Employee +

Adult Dependent:

$130.03

Family:

$198.40 Hospitalization Coverage - Blue Access Gold Plan 100% after $250 per day hospital co-pay for days 1-5 for each admission. Outpatient 100% after $250 co-pay.

Calendar Year Deductible:

$600 Individual; $1,200

Family Office Visits:

$30 Primary Care; $50 Specialist See Plan description booklet for more information. Hospitalization Coverage - Blue Choice 100 (Merit) 100% after $150 per day hospital co-pay for days 1-5 for each admission. Outpatient 100% after $150 co-pay.

Calendar Year Deductible:

$100 Individual; $200

Family Office Visits:

$20 Primary Care & Specialist See Plan description booklet for more information.

VISION CARE BENEFITS

The Company voluntarily provides a Vision Plan through VSP.

Premiums per month are:

Vision Care Premium:

Employee Only:

$3.84 Employee +

One:

$5.57 Employee +

Family:

$9.99 Plan Frequencies Exam every 12 months Lenses every 12 months Frames every 24 months Co-payment If using a network provider, each member's co- payment at the time of service are:

Exam:

$10; Lenses and/or frames: $20 DEATH

BENEFITS PLAN

Basic Life Insurance Mutual of Omaha. The Company pays 100% of premium. Coverage amount is $200,000. Effective date is first of the month following date of hire. Supplemental Life Insurance Mutual of Omaha. Supplemental life insurance is available to employee, spouse, and children. Effective date is first of the month following date of hire. Premium is calculated based on schedule on file in Human Resource Department. Accidental Death & Dismemberment Policy Mutual of Omaha. The Company pays 100% of premium. Coverage amount is $200,000. Effective date is first of the month following date of hire.

INCOME PROTECTION PLANS

Short Term Disability Mutual of Omaha. The Company Pays 100% of premium. Coverage amount is 60% of tax-free weekly salary. There is a 15-day waiting period. Effective date is first of the month following completion of introductory period. Long Term Disability Mutual of Omaha. The Company pays 100% of premium. Coverage amount is 60% of tax-free monthly salary. There is a 90-day waiting period. Effective date is first of the month following completion of introductory period.

SAVINGS PLAN 401

(K) Plan is available to all eligible employees. Contributions can be made by the employee beginning with the first payroll check. The Company will match the employee percentage contributed up to 5% starting in the first payroll check. BON Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Madison,AL. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Jun 26, 2026. About Actalent Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability. Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.