**Engineering** **Systems Engineer 6** El Segundo, CA Posted: 1/23/2026 Job Description Job ID#: 215161 Job Category: Engineering Position Type: Associate - W2 Duration: 52 **PDS Defense, Inc. is seeking a System Engineer 6, in El Segundo, CA. Job ID#215161** **Pay Rates: $100.00 - $125.00** **Job Description:** **Position Responsibilities:** * Lead the design and development of SIGINT systems, ensuring compliance with mission requirements and specifications * Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate sensor and data processing systems * Conduct performance analysis and testing of system, including environmental testing and data validation * Develop documentation related to design, testing, and operational procedures * Stay current with advancements in SIGINT systems and recommend improvements to existing systems * Participate in project planning, risk assessment, and management activities * Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers and team members This position is expected to be 100% onsite. The selected candidate will be required to work onsite at the listed location. This position requires a current Tier 5 (T5), formerly known as a Single Scope Background Investigation (SSBI) (U.S. Citizenship required) or requires candidate agreed to enter a Continuous Evaluation program. **Required Skills:** * Bachelor of Science degree from an accredited course of study in engineering, engineering technology (includes manufacturing engineering technology), chemistry, physics, mathematics, data science, or computer science * Proven experience in the design, integration, and testing of SIGINT systems * Strong understanding of sensor technologies, data acquisition, and data processing techniques * Knowledge of communication systems and data transmission protocols * Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment * Experience with software tools for simulation and modeling of sensor systems * Strong communication skills, both written and verbal * Familiarity with project management methodologies and tools Benefits offered to vary by the contract. Depending on your temporary assignment, benefits may include direct deposit, free career counseling services, 401(k), select paid holidays, short-term disability insurance, skills training, employee referral bonus, affordable medical coverage plan, and DailyPay (in some locations). For a full description of benefits available to you, be sure to talk with your recruiter. Job Requirements Minimum Security Clearance: Top Secret/SCI **VEVRAA Federal Contractor / Request Priority Protected Veteran Referrals / Equal Opportunity Employer / Veterans / Disabled** To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please visit **http://www.tadpgs.com/candidate-privacy/** or **https://pdsdefense.com/candidate-privacy/** The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable: + The California Fair Chance Act + Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance + Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers + San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance VEVRAA Federal Contractor / Request Priority Protected Veteran Referrals / Equal Opportunity Employer / Veterans / Disabled