Aegis Systems Engineer

Description :We are seeking Principal Aegis Systems Engineers to support future work on the Aegis Ballistic Missile Defense (BMD) system. This advertisement is intended to identify and engage qualified candidates for upcoming program needs in Systems and Software Engineering. Our engineers will contribute to system-level design, integration, analysis, and verification of Aegis BMD capabilities in support of the Missile Defense Agency (MDA) and related Navy programs.Key Responsibilities:Depending on role and assignment, responsibilities may include:Systems EngineeringSupport system-level design, performance analysis, and end-to-end architecture development of Aegis BMD componentsConduct requirements decomposition, allocation, and traceability from system-level specifications to subsystem and software componentsPerform risk assessments, interface control, and technical reviews across the engineering lifecycleCoordinate with MDA/AB, MDA/DE, and Navy stakeholders to ensure alignment across BMDS elementsMissile Software EngineeringSupport Aegis Weapon System software development, integration, and configuration managementParticipate in analysis and review of software requirements, design, test procedures, and implementation in a missile defense contextAnalyze missile software behavior during test events and contribute to software readiness assessmentsCollaborate with developers and verification teams on functionality, interface consistency, and system behaviorEducation & Experience:Education: Master’s degree in a STEM field (Engineering, Physics, Computer Science, Mathematics)Experience: Minimum 12 years of experience in systems engineering or software engineering, with a focus on missile defense, naval combat systems, or related defense programsAdditional Requirements:Active Secret security clearance required; TS/SCI preferredU.S. Citizenship is requiredExperience with Missile Defense Agency (MDA) programs or U.S. Navy Aegis Weapon System developmentProficient in systems engineering disciplines: requirements development, interface management, V&V, modeling/simulation, or MBSEWorking knowledge of tools such as DOORS, MagicDraw/Cameo, Rhapsody, or equivalent SE toolsFamiliarity with Agile/DevSecOps software practices is a plusPreferred Qualifications:Experience with Aegis BMD, C2BMC, THAAD, or GMD integrationPrior support of flight test planning (FTM/FTI), analysis, and system certificationExperience with software development environments (C++, Ada, Python), embedded systems, or real-time softwareFamiliarity with the MDA Systems Engineering Plan (SEP), Test and Evaluation Master Plan (TEMP), and acquisition lifecycleSecurity Clearance Requirement:An active Secret security clearance is required for this position.​This position is part of our Federal Solutions team.The Federal Solutions segment delivers resources to our US government customers that ensure the success of missions around the globe. Our intelligent employees drive the state of the art as they provide services and solutions in the areas of defense, security, intelligence, infrastructure, and environmental. We promote a culture of excellence and close-knit teams that take pride in delivering, protecting, and sustaining our nation's most critical assets, from Earth to cyberspace. Throughout the company, our people are anticipating what’s next to deliver the solutions our customers need now.Salary Range: $120,800.00 - $217,400.00We value our employees and want our employees to take care of their overall wellbeing, which is why we offer best-in-class benefits such as medical, dental, vision, paid time off, Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), 401(k), life insurance, flexible work schedules, and holidays to fit your busy lifestyleParsons is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other protected status.We truly invest and care about our employee’s wellbeing and provide endless growth opportunities as the sky is the limit, so aim for the stars Imagine next and join the Parsons quest—APPLY TODAYParsons is aware of fraudulent recruitment practices. To learn more about recruitment fraud and how to report it, please refer to.