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Round-Peg Solutions (RPS)

Lead Systems Engineer UAV

Round-Peg Solutions (RPS), Long Beach, California, us, 90899

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This range is provided by Round-Peg Solutions (RPS). Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more. Base pay range

$200,000.00/yr - $240,000.00/yr Job Description

Join a fast-growing, mission-driven technology company that is transforming the future of aerospace and defense systems. Backed by top-tier investors and led by a proven leadership team, this organization has quickly become the destination for world-class engineers who want to tackle the toughest technical challenges in national security and advanced autonomous systems. We’re looking for a

Lead Systems Engineer

to spearhead the development of a cutting-edge interceptor air vehicle program. This is a rare chance to take a product from concept through integration and testing at speed, working alongside some of the brightest minds in aerospace, defense, and autonomy. Responsibilities

Lead system-level development of a next-gen air vehicle from architecture to verification. Integrate propulsion, controls, avionics, communications, and sensors into a cohesive system. Oversee subsystem integration, including RF detection, EO/IR payloads, and software-defined components. Drive rapid prototyping and field testing at private and government test ranges. Own verification and validation activities, including performance and environmental testing. Collaborate with multidisciplinary experts to deliver mission-ready systems on an aggressive timeline. Domestic travel expected ~20%. Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in a STEM discipline (Master’s/PhD preferred). Proven track record in systems engineering for aerospace/defense programs. Hands-on experience with drones, UAS, or missile development (integration & test). Familiarity with open-source GNC frameworks (e.g., ArduPilot). Experience with RF sensor systems (radar, datalinks, EW). Strong understanding of system verification, environmental qualification, and DoD requirements. Bonus Requirements

EO/IR sensor development and integration experience. Background in Guidance, Navigation & Control (GNC). Domain expertise in counter-UAS, air defense, or adversary airborne systems. Benefits

100% paid medical, dental, and vision benefits. Competitive salary, generous stock options, relocation support, and annual bonus program. Additional perks: daily lunch, “no-meeting Fridays,” unlimited PTO, casual dress environment. Be part of a

high-growth company (150+ employees and scaling fast)

with nearly half a billion in funding and over $1B+ valuation. Work with a leadership team that has successfully built multi-billion-dollar technology companies.

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