Systems Engineer Jobs in New Mexico
Systems Engineer jobs in New Mexico are concentrated in Albuquerque, Santa Fe, and Las Cruces, where defense, aerospace, and federal research drive most of the hiring across every seniority level from entry-level to principal engineer. Major employers with a lasting footprint in the state include Sandia National Laboratories, Northrop Grumman, and L3Harris Technologies, all of which maintain long-term systems engineering programs tied to national defense and space systems work. The most in-demand specialties are embedded systems, systems integration, and model-based systems engineering for defense and government programs. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Top employerSandia National Laboratories
Top cityAlbuquerque, NM
Cities hiring4
Work type100% On-site
Top credentialBachelor's degree
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Systems Engineer / Site Lead – Test & Evaluation
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Noblis
Systems Engineer / Site Lead – Test & Evaluation
Albuquerque, New Mexico
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Senior RF Engineer, Space RF Systems
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AeroVironment
Senior RF Engineer, Space RF Systems
Albuquerque, New Mexico
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Systems Engineer (Associate, Experienced, or Lead)
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Boeing
Systems Engineer (Associate, Experienced, or Lead)
Albuquerque, New Mexico
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Senior Systems Engineer
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Serco
Senior Systems Engineer
Kirtland AFB, New Mexico
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Senior/Principal R&D Mechanical Engineer - Solar Thermal Systems, Onsite
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Sandia National Laboratories
Senior/Principal R&D Mechanical Engineer - Solar Thermal Systems, Onsite
Albuquerque, New Mexico
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Systems Engineer / Site Lead – Test & Evaluation
Noblis·Albuquerque, New Mexico
Job functions:
$132k - $206k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's degree in systems engineering
1,001-5,000 employees
Job Description
Responsibilities:
Key Responsibilities
We work with a broad range of government agencies in the defense, intelligence, and federal civilian sectors. Learn more and find opportunities at careers.noblis.org
Why Work at Noblis
At Noblis, we share a passion for excellence and innovation, and we create an environment where people can do meaningful work while maintaining the balance that keeps them energized and fulfilled. We seek out individuals with a natural curiosity and desire to collaborate and learn. We believe our people are our greatest strength, and we consistently seek exceptionally skilled, mission‑driven professionals who care deeply about doing work that enriches lives and makes our nation safer.
Noblis has earned numerous workplace awards for our culture, our commitment to employee well‑being, and our dedication to meaningful, impactful work. We also maintain a drug‑free workplace.
Remote/hybrid status is subject to change based on Noblis and/or government requirements.
Commitment to Non-Discrimination:
If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact us.
Total Rewards:
Compensation at Noblis is determined by various factors, including but not limited to, the combination of education, certifications, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, internal and external equity, location, clearance level, as well as contract-specific affordability, organizational requirements and applicable employment laws. The projected compensation range for this position is based on full time status. For part time or on-call staff, compensation is proportionately adjusted based on hours worked. While monetary compensation is important, it's just one component of Noblis’ total compensation package.
Posted Salary Range: USD $131,580.00 - USD $205,560.00 /Yr.
**This position is for upcoming work and is contingent upon task award/funding.
** This will be an onsite position in Albuquerque, NM.
We are seeking an experienced and driven Senior Site Lead / Systems Engineer to serve as the primary on-site authority for all Test & Evaluation (T&E) activities in Albuquerque, New Mexico. In this highly visible leadership role, you will be responsible for overseeing day-to-day site operations, directing systems engineering efforts, and ensuring the successful design, planning, and execution of full-scale test programs. The ideal candidate brings deep T&E domain expertise, strong program management instincts, and the ability to lead multidisciplinary teams in a fast-paced government contracting environment. This position serves as a critical interface between program leadership, government customers, and test performers across all T&E domains supported at the Albuquerque site.
Key Responsibilities
- Serve as the Albuquerque Site Lead, providing technical and programmatic oversight across all T&E domains and acting as the primary point of contact for government stakeholders and program leadership at the site level
- Lead test design and planning activities, developing comprehensive test strategies, test plans, and evaluation frameworks aligned with program requirements and customer objectives
- Apply systems engineering principles to ensure technical integrity and traceability across all phases of test program development, execution, and reporting
- Evaluate and assess test performers, providing objective analysis of execution quality, methodology adherence, and results validity to support program decisions
- Direct and manage full-scale test planning efforts, coordinating resources, schedules, facilities, and stakeholder participation to ensure seamless test execution
- Monitor and report on system and program performance metrics, identifying risks, anomalies, and opportunities for improvement throughout the test lifecycle
- Coordinate across all T&E domain areas supported at the Albuquerque site, ensuring consistency, compliance, and alignment with contractual and regulatory requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Systems Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Physics, or a closely related technical discipline; advanced degree preferred
- 10+ years of experience in Test & Evaluation, systems engineering, or a related technical field, with demonstrated senior-level responsibility
- Proven experience in test design, test planning, and full-scale test execution within a DoW or federal government contracting environment
- Demonstrated ability to lead and evaluate multi-disciplinary teams, including test performers, engineers, and support personnel in an operational test environment
- Strong understanding of systems engineering processes and methodologies (e.g., MBSE, SE lifecycle, requirements management) as applied to T&E programs
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with experience briefing senior government officials and producing high-quality technical documentation
- US Citizen with an Active Top Secret / SCI security clearance (required at time of application)
- Familiarity with Sandia National Laboratories, Kirtland Air Force Base, or other Albuquerque-area DoW/national laboratory test environments and stakeholders
- Experience with DoW T&E policy and guidance, including DoDI 5000.89, TEMP development, and live-fire or developmental test processes
- Relevant professional certifications such as INCOSE CSEP/ESEP, DAU T&E certifications, or PMP
- Prior experience serving in a site lead, program manager, or deputy PM role within a government contracting or national security context
Overview
Noblis and our wholly owned subsidiaries, Noblis ESI and Noblis MSD, take on some of the nation’s toughest challenges, delivering advanced solutions to our customers’ most critical missions. We bring together leading scientific, engineering, and management expertise in a culture grounded in objectivity and collaboration, ensuring our work creates lasting impact across federal missions.
We work with a broad range of government agencies in the defense, intelligence, and federal civilian sectors. Learn more and find opportunities at careers.noblis.org
Why Work at Noblis
At Noblis, we share a passion for excellence and innovation, and we create an environment where people can do meaningful work while maintaining the balance that keeps them energized and fulfilled. We seek out individuals with a natural curiosity and desire to collaborate and learn. We believe our people are our greatest strength, and we consistently seek exceptionally skilled, mission‑driven professionals who care deeply about doing work that enriches lives and makes our nation safer.
Noblis has earned numerous workplace awards for our culture, our commitment to employee well‑being, and our dedication to meaningful, impactful work. We also maintain a drug‑free workplace.
Remote/hybrid status is subject to change based on Noblis and/or government requirements.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, sex, age, national origin, religion, physical or mental disability, pregnancy/childbirth and related medical conditions, veteran or military status, or any other characteristics protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact us.
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Total Rewards:
At Noblis we recognize and reward your contributions, provide you with growth opportunities, and support your total well-being. Our offerings include health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits, as well as paid leave, professional development, tuition assistance, and work-life programs. Our award programs acknowledge employees for exceptional performance and superior demonstration of our service standards. Full-time and part-time employees working at least 20 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in our benefit programs. Other offerings may be provided for employees not within this category. We encourage you to learn more about our total benefits by visiting the Benefits page on our Careers site.
Compensation at Noblis is determined by various factors, including but not limited to, the combination of education, certifications, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, internal and external equity, location, clearance level, as well as contract-specific affordability, organizational requirements and applicable employment laws. The projected compensation range for this position is based on full time status. For part time or on-call staff, compensation is proportionately adjusted based on hours worked. While monetary compensation is important, it's just one component of Noblis’ total compensation package.
Posted Salary Range: USD $131,580.00 - USD $205,560.00 /Yr.
Noblis
Systems Engineer / Site Lead – Test & Evaluation
Albuquerque, New Mexico
Added 1d ago1,001-5,000 employees
Job functions:
$132k - $206k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's degree in systems engineering
Job Description
Responsibilities:
Key Responsibilities
We work with a broad range of government agencies in the defense, intelligence, and federal civilian sectors. Learn more and find opportunities at careers.noblis.org
Why Work at Noblis
At Noblis, we share a passion for excellence and innovation, and we create an environment where people can do meaningful work while maintaining the balance that keeps them energized and fulfilled. We seek out individuals with a natural curiosity and desire to collaborate and learn. We believe our people are our greatest strength, and we consistently seek exceptionally skilled, mission‑driven professionals who care deeply about doing work that enriches lives and makes our nation safer.
Noblis has earned numerous workplace awards for our culture, our commitment to employee well‑being, and our dedication to meaningful, impactful work. We also maintain a drug‑free workplace.
Remote/hybrid status is subject to change based on Noblis and/or government requirements.
Commitment to Non-Discrimination:
If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact us.
Total Rewards:
Compensation at Noblis is determined by various factors, including but not limited to, the combination of education, certifications, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, internal and external equity, location, clearance level, as well as contract-specific affordability, organizational requirements and applicable employment laws. The projected compensation range for this position is based on full time status. For part time or on-call staff, compensation is proportionately adjusted based on hours worked. While monetary compensation is important, it's just one component of Noblis’ total compensation package.
Posted Salary Range: USD $131,580.00 - USD $205,560.00 /Yr.
**This position is for upcoming work and is contingent upon task award/funding.
** This will be an onsite position in Albuquerque, NM.
We are seeking an experienced and driven Senior Site Lead / Systems Engineer to serve as the primary on-site authority for all Test & Evaluation (T&E) activities in Albuquerque, New Mexico. In this highly visible leadership role, you will be responsible for overseeing day-to-day site operations, directing systems engineering efforts, and ensuring the successful design, planning, and execution of full-scale test programs. The ideal candidate brings deep T&E domain expertise, strong program management instincts, and the ability to lead multidisciplinary teams in a fast-paced government contracting environment. This position serves as a critical interface between program leadership, government customers, and test performers across all T&E domains supported at the Albuquerque site.
Key Responsibilities
- Serve as the Albuquerque Site Lead, providing technical and programmatic oversight across all T&E domains and acting as the primary point of contact for government stakeholders and program leadership at the site level
- Lead test design and planning activities, developing comprehensive test strategies, test plans, and evaluation frameworks aligned with program requirements and customer objectives
- Apply systems engineering principles to ensure technical integrity and traceability across all phases of test program development, execution, and reporting
- Evaluate and assess test performers, providing objective analysis of execution quality, methodology adherence, and results validity to support program decisions
- Direct and manage full-scale test planning efforts, coordinating resources, schedules, facilities, and stakeholder participation to ensure seamless test execution
- Monitor and report on system and program performance metrics, identifying risks, anomalies, and opportunities for improvement throughout the test lifecycle
- Coordinate across all T&E domain areas supported at the Albuquerque site, ensuring consistency, compliance, and alignment with contractual and regulatory requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Systems Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Physics, or a closely related technical discipline; advanced degree preferred
- 10+ years of experience in Test & Evaluation, systems engineering, or a related technical field, with demonstrated senior-level responsibility
- Proven experience in test design, test planning, and full-scale test execution within a DoW or federal government contracting environment
- Demonstrated ability to lead and evaluate multi-disciplinary teams, including test performers, engineers, and support personnel in an operational test environment
- Strong understanding of systems engineering processes and methodologies (e.g., MBSE, SE lifecycle, requirements management) as applied to T&E programs
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with experience briefing senior government officials and producing high-quality technical documentation
- US Citizen with an Active Top Secret / SCI security clearance (required at time of application)
- Familiarity with Sandia National Laboratories, Kirtland Air Force Base, or other Albuquerque-area DoW/national laboratory test environments and stakeholders
- Experience with DoW T&E policy and guidance, including DoDI 5000.89, TEMP development, and live-fire or developmental test processes
- Relevant professional certifications such as INCOSE CSEP/ESEP, DAU T&E certifications, or PMP
- Prior experience serving in a site lead, program manager, or deputy PM role within a government contracting or national security context
Overview
Noblis and our wholly owned subsidiaries, Noblis ESI and Noblis MSD, take on some of the nation’s toughest challenges, delivering advanced solutions to our customers’ most critical missions. We bring together leading scientific, engineering, and management expertise in a culture grounded in objectivity and collaboration, ensuring our work creates lasting impact across federal missions.
We work with a broad range of government agencies in the defense, intelligence, and federal civilian sectors. Learn more and find opportunities at careers.noblis.org
Why Work at Noblis
At Noblis, we share a passion for excellence and innovation, and we create an environment where people can do meaningful work while maintaining the balance that keeps them energized and fulfilled. We seek out individuals with a natural curiosity and desire to collaborate and learn. We believe our people are our greatest strength, and we consistently seek exceptionally skilled, mission‑driven professionals who care deeply about doing work that enriches lives and makes our nation safer.
Noblis has earned numerous workplace awards for our culture, our commitment to employee well‑being, and our dedication to meaningful, impactful work. We also maintain a drug‑free workplace.
Remote/hybrid status is subject to change based on Noblis and/or government requirements.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, sex, age, national origin, religion, physical or mental disability, pregnancy/childbirth and related medical conditions, veteran or military status, or any other characteristics protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact us.
EEO is the Law | E-Verify | Right to Work
Total Rewards:
At Noblis we recognize and reward your contributions, provide you with growth opportunities, and support your total well-being. Our offerings include health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits, as well as paid leave, professional development, tuition assistance, and work-life programs. Our award programs acknowledge employees for exceptional performance and superior demonstration of our service standards. Full-time and part-time employees working at least 20 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in our benefit programs. Other offerings may be provided for employees not within this category. We encourage you to learn more about our total benefits by visiting the Benefits page on our Careers site.
Compensation at Noblis is determined by various factors, including but not limited to, the combination of education, certifications, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, internal and external equity, location, clearance level, as well as contract-specific affordability, organizational requirements and applicable employment laws. The projected compensation range for this position is based on full time status. For part time or on-call staff, compensation is proportionately adjusted based on hours worked. While monetary compensation is important, it's just one component of Noblis’ total compensation package.
Posted Salary Range: USD $131,580.00 - USD $205,560.00 /Yr.
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Where New Mexico roles are concentrated, by current openings.
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A snapshot from current New Mexico openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Sandia National Laboratories17
- HII2
- AeroVironment2
- Akima1
- GRVTY1G
What New Mexico Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in systems engineer jobs across New Mexico.
- Active U.S. security clearance or eligibility for a Secret or Top Secret clearance
- Bachelor's degree in systems engineering, electrical engineering, or a related technical field
- Experience with model-based systems engineering tools such as DOORS or Cameo
- Familiarity with MIL-STD or DoD acquisition standards and systems engineering lifecycle processes
- Proficiency in requirements development, verification, and validation across complex systems
- Experience supporting test and evaluation activities in defense or aerospace program environments
Systems Engineer Jobs in New Mexico: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a systems engineer in New Mexico?
Most systems engineer positions in New Mexico require a bachelor's degree in systems engineering, electrical engineering, computer engineering, or a closely related field. New Mexico does not require a state-issued engineering license specifically for systems engineers, though a Professional Engineer license issued through the New Mexico Board of Licensure for Professional Engineers and Professional Surveyors strengthens candidacy for senior roles. Because so many employers are defense contractors, obtaining or being eligible for a security clearance is often as important as the degree itself.
Which companies hire systems engineers in New Mexico?
Employers hiring systems engineers in New Mexico right now include Sandia National Laboratories, HII, and AeroVironment, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. New Mexico's defense and federal research concentration means many of the most active employers are large prime contractors and national laboratory partners with long-term program commitments in the state.
Which New Mexico cities have the most systems engineer jobs?
The cities with the most systems engineer openings in New Mexico are Albuquerque, Kirtland AFB, and Cannon AFB. Albuquerque anchors the market as home to Sandia National Laboratories, Kirtland Air Force Base, and the regional offices of major defense primes, while Las Cruces draws openings connected to White Sands Missile Range and nearby aerospace testing programs.
Are there remote systems engineer jobs in New Mexico?
Yes, but they're less common than in purely software-focused fields, because systems engineering in New Mexico frequently involves classified programs, hardware integration, or on-site testing that requires a physical presence. About 0% of systems engineer openings tied to New Mexico are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, reflecting limited but real flexibility. Requirements-writing, documentation, and architecture work are the sub-functions most likely to offer remote or hybrid arrangements.
How can I get hired as a systems engineer in New Mexico with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is a university new-graduate or internship program with a major New Mexico defense employer. Sandia National Laboratories and Northrop Grumman both run structured early-career and co-op programs that recruit directly from the University of New Mexico and New Mexico State University. Adjacent roles like systems analyst, test engineer, or junior integration technician frequently serve as stepping stones. Starting the clearance process early and earning an INCOSE Certified Systems Engineering Professional Associate credential can move an entry-level application ahead of the competition.
Where can I find and apply to systems engineer jobs in New Mexico?
You can find and apply to systems engineer jobs in New Mexico on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings tied to New Mexico employers and programs. Search the listings, find roles that match your background and clearance level, and apply directly to the ones that fit.
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