Senior Systems Engineer
Guidehouse
- Location
- US - Remote (Any location)
- Work model
- Remote
- Level
- Senior
- Salary
- $118k – $196k/yr
- Posted
- Sep 18, 2026
About this role
Job Family : Systems Engineering Travel Required : Up to 10% Clearance Required : Active Secret What You Will Do : The Senior Systems Engineer will join a high-performing team supporting important U.S. Air Force weapon system acquisition and sustainment programs. Collaborate with the government program office staff and other stakeholders to develop acquisition and sustainment strategies and plans. Assist the Government in milestone preparation across all stages/phases of the product lifecycle. Assist the Government in the engineering evaluation of prime/subcontractor recommendations for operational and support issues, including evaluations of Advance Change Study Notices (ACSNs), Engineering Change Proposals (ECPs), Contractor Change Proposals (CCPs), Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Bulletins, and related documents. Prepare/coordinate engineering analysis reports and draft acquisition planning documentation, including RFI/RFQ/RFP packages and required review boards. Perform functions and review/produce documents necessary for engineering support, including technical evaluations, engineering studies, engineering reports/analyses, and airworthiness products. Analyze equipment/software requirements, designs, integration, tests, and deficiencies, and recommend equipment/software deficiency solutions. Participates in technical interchange meetings, design reviews, program management reviews, certification working groups, and other technical meetings, as required . What You Will Need : An ACTIVE and MAINTAINED "SECRET" Federal or DoD security clearance Bachelor's Degree in any engineering discipline SIX (6) years or more relevant engineering experience What Would Be Nice To Have : Defense Acquisition Workforce Improvement Act (DAWIA) and Certification in Engineering and Technical Management (ETM), Engineering (ENG), and/or equivalent. Experience in aircraft development, production, and/or modernization programs are highly desired. Air Force weapon system acquisition/program office experience The annual salary range for this position is $118,000.00-$196,000.00. Compensation decisions depend on a wide range of factors, including but not limited to skill sets, experience and training, security clearances, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. What We Offer : Guidehouse offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and a flexible benefits package that reflects our commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace. Benefits include: Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance 401(k) Retirement Plan Basic Life & Supplemental Life Health Savings Account, Dental/Vision & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Student Loan PayDown Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development & Learning Opportunities Skills Development & Certifications Employee Referral Program Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach Emergency Back-Up Childcare Program Mobility Stipend About Guidehouse Guidehouse is an Equal Opportunity Employer–Protected Veterans, Individuals with Disabilities or any other basis protected by law, ordinance, or regulation. Guidehouse will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law or ordinance including the Fair Chance Ordinance of Los Angeles and San Francisco. If you have visited our website for information about employment opportunities, or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation, please contact Guidehouse Recruiting at 1-571-633-1711 or via email at RecruitingAccommodation@guidehouse.com . All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable