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Systems Engineer-Early Career

Confidential Client•Aerospace & Defense
Entry LevelFull-timeOn-Site$99,072
Uniondale, New York
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The Systems Engineer-Early Career role at Confidential Client involves supporting the development and verification of sonar and inertial-navigation analysis tools for U.S. Navy submarine programs. The position requires data analysis, model validation, and integration of new capabilities into MATLAB-based tools, working closely with senior engineers in a collaborative defense engineering environment. This entry-level role offers foundational experience in advanced signal processing and systems modeling within a leading aerospace and defense organization.

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Overview

Confidential Client (Engineering) is hiring an entry-level Systems Engineer to support the development and verification of sonar and inertial-navigation analysis tools. This role is based in Uniondale, NY (Long Island / NYC metro area) and provides hands-on experience with test-data processing, model validation, MATLAB-based toolsets, and signal-processing algorithms in a team-focused engineering environment.


What You’ll Do

  • Collect, preprocess, and analyze test data from sonar and inertial-navigation systems
  • Execute basic covariance and error-model calculations for navigation performance assessments
  • Assist in integrating new filter capabilities into existing MATLAB-based toolsets and models
  • Create and maintain data-format documentation and define data requirements to ensure consistent capture and parsing of raw data streams
  • Contribute to technical reports, update design documentation, and support verification activities
  • Work with simulation tools (e.g., Simulink) and scripting languages to automate analyses and data flows
  • Participate in team meetings, design reviews, and training sessions; support multiple project tasks as assigned

Basic Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Science, Mathematics, Physics, or a related discipline from an accredited institution
  • Experience performing data analysis, model validation, or test-data processing
  • Working knowledge of simulation tools (e.g., Simulink) and scripting languages such as Python and MATLAB; familiarity with C/C++ is a plus
  • Comfortable working in both Windows and Unix/Linux environments
  • Strong problem-solving skills, ability to manage multiple tasks, and willingness to follow documented processes
  • Must be a U.S. citizen — this role requires eligibility for a government security clearance

Desired Skills

  • Experience with Excel/VBA or other spreadsheet tools for data reporting
  • Familiarity with Python ML frameworks and tooling (PyTorch, ONNX) and general AI/ML concepts
  • Prior project experience with sonar, inertial navigation, or related signal-processing topics
  • Effective written and verbal communication for technical reporting

Compensation & Benefits

  • Salary range: $88,189 – $146,163 per year (range provided by confidential client)
  • Competitive total rewards including medical, dental, vision, 401(k) match, paid time off, parental leave, and other benefits
  • Flexible work arrangements may be available depending on business unit
  • Opportunities for professional development and career growth in systems modeling and signal processing

Location & Clearance

  • Work location: Uniondale, NY (RMS Mitchel Field area, Long Island / NYC metro)
  • Employment requires U.S. citizenship and the ability to obtain and maintain a government security clearance

Why Join

This role provides a strong technical foundation in advanced signal-processing and systems-modeling, working with experienced engineers on mission-focused programs. Ideal for early-career candidates who want practical engineering experience, mentorship, and exposure to real-world test and analysis workflows.


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