Chief Systems Engineer

Riverside Research

United States, New York, New York

156 William Street (Show on map)

Jun 09, 2025

Chief Systems Engineer

ID

2025-3854

Category

Engineering

Position Type

Full Time Salary

Riverside Overview

Riverside Research is an independent National Security Nonprofit dedicated to research and development in the national interest. We provide high-end technical services, research and development, and prototype solutions to some of the country's most challenging technical problems.

All Riverside Research opportunities require U.S. Citizenship.

Position Overview

Riverside Research is seeking a highly qualified Chief Systems Engineer to join our team in support of the Boulder Ground Innovation Facility (BGIF) (Boulder, CO). The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in systems engineering, proven leadership capabilities, and the ability to manage complex projects. This position will lead definition and prioritization of technical requirements, trade studies, and engineering planning. Candidate will inform budgetary and investment decision-making, and guide stakeholder engagement across multiple product portfolios to maintain technical alignment with strategic roadmaps and mission needs.

Responsibilities

Lead the development and integration of complex systems across multiple projects

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure system reliability, efficiency, and performance

Develop, maintain, and control system architecture, interface specifications, and technical baselines

Facilitate Engineering Review Boards and Configuration Control Boards

Promote Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) and digital engineering practices

Coordinate with Product Owners, facility teams, and stakeholders to ensure technical cohesion

Oversee system design, analysis, and validation processes

Develop and manage system architecture, requirements, and specifications

Ensure compliance with federal regulations and organizational standards

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

U.S. Citizenship

Active TS/SCI clearance

Master's degree in systems engineering, computer science, electrical engineering, or a related field

At least 10 years of relevant experience, including at least 5 years in software development, test, and/or integration of capabilities into operational DoD / national security facilities (industry or government roles)

Understanding of DoD / United States Space Force systems engineering frameworks

Experience with MBSE tools (e.g., Cameo, MagicDraw) and DoDAF/SysML modeling

Familiarity with Agile, DevSecOps and digital engineering lifecycle practices

Proven experience in leading teams and managing large-scale projects

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Desired Qualifications:

Systems engineering professional certification (e.g., INCOSE CSEP)

Experience supporting / extensive knowledge of Space Systems Command (SSC)
Experience supporting / extensive knowledge of Overhead Persistent Infrared (OPIR)
Experience with risk management and systems integration

Global Comp

$180,000- $220,000 This represents the typical compensation range for this position based on experience, location and other factors.

Closing Statement

Riverside Research Institute is a not-for-profit, technology-oriented defense company, where service to our customers and support of our staff is our overall mission. Riverside is an affirmative action-equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws regarding recruitment and hiring. Riverside offers comprehensive compensation and benefit packages to our employees.
Riverside bases its employment decisions solely on technical experience, qualifications and other job-related criteria related to our organizational purpose as a not-for-profit company, and without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex marital status, sexual orientation, national origin, physical or mental disability, veteran's status or any other status legally protected by applicable federal, state, and local law.