Lead Systems Engineer, Platform Integration

Mission Technologies, a division of HII

Lead Systems Engineer managing technical integration for defense programs at HII in Crane, IN. Supporting the development and management of systems and capabilities across their full lifecycle.

Posted 5/13/2026full-timeCrane • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $130,000 - $185,000 per yearWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Cyber Security

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support the planning, development, and management of a portfolio of systems, technologies, or capabilities across their full lifecycle
Provide engineering analysis to inform investment decisions, risk assessments, system upgrades, and capability gaps
Coordinate with government program offices, technical leads, and stakeholders to ensure portfolio alignment with mission and operational needs
Develop and maintain technical documentation, including roadmaps, interface control documents, configuration baselines, and system assessments
Conduct trade studies, requirements analysis, and systems integration assessments to support acquisition and engineering decisions
Monitor system performance, configuration changes, and technology health across multiple projects
Assist with budget planning, cost estimation, and prioritization of engineering tasks across the portfolio
Ensure all portfolio elements comply with DoD engineering processes, cybersecurity requirements, and relevant standards
Support technical reviews, milestone readiness, and program audits
Provide recommendations for modernization, sustainment, and technology insertion opportunities

Requirements

What you’ll need

20 years relevant experience with bachelor's in Engineering, Systems Engineering, or related technical field
Experience with systems engineering processes, requirements analysis, and technical documentation
Familiarity with DoD acquisition frameworks, lifecycle management, and government standards
Strong communication skills with a high level of comfort supporting government stakeholders
Active DoD Secret clearance

Benefits

Comp & perks

Best-in-class medical, dental, and vision plan choices
Wellness resources
Employee assistance programs
Savings Plan Options (401(k))
Financial planning tools
Life insurance
Employee discounts
Paid holidays and paid time off
Tuition reimbursement
Early childhood and post-secondary education scholarships

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Hard Skills & Tools

systems engineeringrequirements analysistechnical documentationengineering analysistrade studiessystems integrationbudget planningcost estimationconfiguration managementperformance monitoring

Soft Skills

communication skillsstakeholder engagementcollaborationproblem-solvinganalytical thinkingorganizational skillsleadershiprisk assessmentdecision-makingadaptability

Certifications

DoD Secret clearance