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Vehicle Systems Staff Engineer (8-10+ years experience)

Sterling Heights, MI

Posted: 05/26/2026 Employment Type: Contract Job Industry: Defense/Government Job Number: 26-00203

Job Description

Vehicle Systems Staff Engineer (8-10+ Years Experience)
Sterling Heights, MI
Pay Rate: $67-$71/hourly
Hybrid/Onsite Opportunity | Advanced Defense Vehicle Programs
About the Role
This opportunity focuses on the development and integration of advanced vehicle system architectures for next-generation military ground vehicle platforms. The role centers on Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE), requirements decomposition, systems integration, and system behavior modeling using CAMEO and SysML methodologies.

This position is ideal for an experienced systems engineer who can lead complex engineering activities while collaborating across multiple technical disciplines to support advanced hardware and software integration efforts.
Responsibilities
  • Lead development of system and subsystem requirements, including decomposition and traceability
  • Develop and maintain MBSE artifacts using SysML and CAMEO
  • Capture and review connectivity diagrams and system architecture models
  • Model system and platform behaviors using SysML diagrams
  • Support vehicle and subsystem integration and test planning
  • Integrate hardware and software components into established vehicle architectures
  • Support in-lab and on-vehicle testing, troubleshooting, and system verification activities
  • Collaborate with electrical, software, mechanical, and systems engineering teams
  • Provide technical leadership and guidance across system architecture and integration activities
  • Support advanced vehicle systems development for military ground vehicle programs
Qualifications
  • Bachelor’s degree in:
    • Electrical Engineering
    • Computer Science
    • Control Systems
    • Software Engineering
    • Related engineering discipline
  • 8-10+ years of engineering experience
  • Strong background in systems engineering and cross-functional engineering disciplines
  • Proven MBSE experience with CAMEO required
  • Experience developing SysML models and requirements traceability
  • Strong understanding of vehicle systems architecture and integration
  • Excellent communication and technical leadership skills
Highly Desired Experience
Experience with one or more of the following:
  • Mobility systems
    • Engines and transmissions
    • Drive-by-wire systems
    • CAN communications
    • Vehicle electronic interfacing
  • Vehicle electronics systems
    • Data networking
    • Schematic development
  • Video systems
    • Camera systems
    • Video processing
    • Displays
Additional Requirements
  • Ability to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance
  • Ability to climb on/off and work around military vehicles
  • Must be able to pass ASR (Anthropometric Size Requirement) testing for confined spaces
  • Strong collaboration and organizational skills
  • Ability to support fast-paced development and integration activities
Why Join CPI
  • Work on advanced next-generation military vehicle platforms
  • Opportunity to lead MBSE and digital engineering initiatives on complex defense programs
  • Collaborate with highly skilled cross-functional engineering teams
  • Exposure to cutting-edge vehicle architecture, integration, and systems engineering technologies
  • Long-term defense industry project stability and career growth potential
  • Opportunity to directly impact vehicle capability, survivability, and mission effectiveness
  • Competitive compensation and strong engineering career advancement opportunities
  • Hybrid flexibility combined with hands-on vehicle integration and testing exposure
US CITIZENSHIP REQUIREMENT:
This assignment is a US Government Contract which requires all applicants to be US Citizens.

NO SUBCONTRACT REQUIREMENT:
No third-party applicants will be considered. If you are a third party contracting company, please do not respond to this position.

Meet Your Recruiter

Jimmy Tallent
Technical Recruiter

As a proud U.S. Army veteran with an extensive 28-year service record, Jimmy Tallent dedicated two decades of his life to active duty and an additional eight years in the Army Reserve, contributing his time, talent and commitment  to various vital aspects of military service. His journey has been diverse, spanning roles in aviation, transportation, and recruiting, allowing him to develop a versatile skill set and a deep understanding of the military landscape.

Originally hailing from the city of Chattanooga, TN, Jimmy embarked on his military career with a passion for service and a commitment to excellence. Throughout his tenure, he served in dynamic and challenging roles, which included the precision and expertise demanded by the  aviation industry, the strategic logistics of transportation, and the interpersonal and leadership skills required in the recruiting field.

In addition to his rich military experience, he pursued and earned a degree in business management, further enhancing his knowledge and capabilities. With this academic achievement, coupled with his practical experience, positioned him as a professional with a comprehensive understanding of both military and business landscapes.

Today, Jimmy is excited to leverage his leadership, organizational, and strategic skills at Contract Professionals, Inc. Jimmy is driven by his commitment to excellence, his discipline instilled through years of military service, and his passion for overcoming challenges. He approaches every opportunity with the same dedication and integrity, which defined his military career.

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