Systems Engineer Level IV
Caribou Thunder LLCHuntsville, Alabama, United States
Posted March 10, 2026
100000 - 125000 USD
Full Time
About the Company
Caribou Thunder is a HUBZone-certified small business providing advanced technical and engineering services to the U.S. Department of War and its mission partners.
Job Description
Lead the systems engineering behind missile defense capabilities, shaping requirements, guiding technical teams, and helping deliver Ground Fire Control systems that protect the United States. Serve as Product Owner for the Systems Engineering team, helping define the roadmap, vision, and priorities for Ground Fire Control capabilities.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics) discipline from an accredited university
- 8 years of related systems engineering experience with a Bachelor's degree or 6 years of related experience with a Master's degree or 4 years of related experience with a PhD
- Strong understanding of systems engineering principles and lifecycle processes
- Proven experience applying systems engineering methods to develop mission systems and technical solutions
- Experience supporting software development and requirements verification activities
- Experience with systems engineering tools including DOORS, Cameo, and MBSE frameworks
- Experience supporting large-scale missile defense systems such as Ground-based Midcourse Defense (GMD)
- Experience serving as a Product Owner or leading a technical team of 5 or more personnel
- Experience estimating, planning, and scheduling software development work for engineering teams
- Ability to communicate complex technical information to both technical and non-technical stakeholders
- Strong interpersonal skills and ability to collaborate across engineering disciplines
- Ability to think critically and translate concepts into technical documentation, presentations, and engineering discussions
- Ability to support an in-person / closed-area development environment
- Ability to travel up to 10% to support mission needs
- Active in-scope DoD Secret security clearance required at time of application
Benefits
- Premium Health, Dental & Vision Insurance
- 401(k) with 6% Company Match
- Flexible PTO & Work Schedule
- Education & Certification Reimbursement
- Support for Military Leave
- Work–Life Balance & Traditional Family Values