Senior Systems Engineering Manager - Defense Systems

SAAB Butler, Pennsylvania, US

About the Role

SAAB is seeking a Deputy Chief Engineer to help lead complex defense and security manufacturing programs. You will support the Chief Engineer in defining technical strategy, system architectures, and engineering standards across air, land, naval, and cyber-related products. Responsibilities include overseeing multidisciplinary design, integration, and verification; resolving critical technical issues; managing technical risks; and ensuring compliance with safety, quality, and defense regulations. You will mentor engineers, drive innovation, and collaborate with global teams to deliver reliable, mission-critical solutions on time and within budget.

Responsibilities

  • Lead multidisciplinary design, integration, and verification across defense systems
  • Oversee technical strategy and system architectures
  • Mentor engineers and manage technical risks

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's/Master's in engineering or related field
  • 10+ years in systems engineering for defense/secure programs
  • Experience with safety, quality, and defense regulations

Required Skills

systems engineering architecture risk management mentoring defense standards

Keywords

defense systems engineering leadership architecture regulatory compliance

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Job Overview

Date Posted 7 hours ago
Location Butler, Pennsylvania, US
Job Type Full-time
Work Mode Onsite
Category Health information technology

About the Company

SAAB