Systems Engineer V - Systems

About the role

Voyager is an innovative defense, national security and space technology company committed to advancing and delivering transformative, mission-critical solutions. We tackle the most complex challenges to unlock new frontiers for human progress, fortify national security, and protect critical assets to lead in the race for technological and operational superiority from ground to space.

Forge the Future: Join Voyager Technologies

The future belongs to those who build it. At Voyager Technologies, we're building technologies that protect lives, expand frontiers and prepare us for what's next. And we're doing that with people who are wired to solve, build, adapt and lead. These roles are not for the faint of heart.

You'll help lay the foundation for humanity's future. Join a culture where innovation thrives, curiosity is rewarded, and impact is real. We're a company of doers, thinkers and builders, united by purpose and grounded in reality.

If you want to put your skills to work where the stakes are real and the mission is bigger than any one person, forge the future with Voyager.

The Systems Engineer V - Systems serves as a senior technical leader responsible for defining, integrating, and validating complex defense systems.

The position reports to the Systems Engineering Manager and is part of the Strategic Systems Engineering Department based in Folsom, CA. This role can also be based in Reno, NV or can be Remote.

In this role, the essential functions are

• Acts as both a technical authority, ensuring program-level systems engineering rigor and compliance with contractual and mission requirements, as well as a team mentor of junior systems engineers, fostering knowledge transfer and process maturity within the organization.
• Oversee system, subsystem, and interface requirements definition and maintenance; ensure full traceability, verification, and compliance with MDA standards.
• Lead development and validation of system architecture, with direct creation and execution of system-level verification and validation plans, functional allocations, interface definitions, and compliance reporting across all program tiers.
• Interface extensively with propulsion, software, hardware, GNC, and test teams to ensure coherent system-level performance and verification closure.
• Manage system-level risk identification, mitigation strategy, and integration into program risk posture.
• Coordinate technical baseline management, change control, and participation in formal reviews (SRR, PDR, CDR, TRR).
• Provide authoritative MBSE leadership - guide SysML modeling standards, integration with requirements databases, and digital engineering toolchain alignment.
• Serve as primary technical liaison with customer and supplier organizations on requirements flowdown, verification progress, and technical issue resolution.
• Mentor junior and mid-level systems engineers, fostering knowledge transfer and process maturity within the organization.

Additional information

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Requirements Include

• Bachelor's Degree in systems engineering, aerospace engineering, or related STEM field with Ten (10) years of experience in systems engineering or related discipline OR Master's degree in related STEM field with Eight (8) years of experience OR Fourteen (14) years of experience in systems engineering or related discipline in lieu of a degree OR High School Diploma or Equivalent.
• Deep familiarity with MDA processes, CDRL development, and systems engineering lifecycle standards.
• Expert-level proficiency in requirements management tools (e.g., DOORS).
• Deep knowledge of systems engineering lifecycle standards (INCOSE SE Handbook, MIL-STD-499).
• Significant experience applying MBSE principles using SysML and Cameo Systems Modeler (MagicDraw).
• Proficient with Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Visio, and Project.

Preferred Qualifications

• Working knowledge of DoDAF architecture frameworks and digital engineering environments.
• Experience in Reliability and/or System Safety Analyses.

Travel, Physical and/or Government Mandated Requirements

• Travel up to 10-15%, including the possibility of overnights to support customer reviews and test events.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government Clearance.
• Must comply with ITAR regulations.

Pay and benefits

The good faith base salary range for this role is $153,615 - $199,400 at the time of this posting. Where you fall within the range depends on your experience, skills and location. This range reflects base salary only and does not include benefits or bonus/incentive. This range may be adjusted in the future. This position is incentive plan eligible.

Voyager offers a highly competitive total compensation package designed to support the well-being, growth, and success of our employees. Employees benefit from a flexible and comprehensive rewards program that supports both professional and personal well-being.

• Flexible Time Off (FTO), empowering employees to take the time they need to recharge and maintain a healthy work-life balance
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and their families, with a significant portion of premiums covered by the company and many benefits paid at 100% for employees
• Flexible, affordable gym memberships with 12,700+ options nationwide, including 24 Hour Fitness, EoS Fitness, Crunch Fitness, Anytime Fitness, Blink Fitness, Chuze Fitness, and more! No long-term contracts and FREE on-demand workout videos before you enroll
• 401(k) retirement plan with a 50% company match on contributions up to 8%, supporting long-term financial security
• Company wellness programs that support physical and mental well-being
• Additional voluntary benefits and employee support resources
• The opportunity to work alongside a highly talented team in an innovative, mission-driven environment

To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) (22 CFR Parts 120-130) and the Export Administration Regulations (EAR) (15 CFR Parts 730-774), applicants for this position must be a U.S. Person: a US Citizen, a lawful permanent resident of the U.S., or a protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. § 1324b(a)(3). Applicants must be eligible to obtain any required export authorizations from the U.S. Department of State or the U.S. Department of Commerce.

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The statements contained in this job description are intended to describe the general content and requirements for performance of this job. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job duties, responsibilities, and requirements. This job description is not an employment agreement or contract. Management has the exclusive right to alter the scope of work within the framework of this job description at any time without prior notice.

California pay range $161,700—$199,400 USD

Nevada pay range $153,615—$189,430 USD