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JustPower LLC is pleased to present this confidential search on behalf of a globally recognized manufacturer of engineered electronics for performance-critical applications in the aerospace, defense, and industrial markets. Established in 1999, JustPower serves as the authority in Power Electronics and Aerospace talent connecting elite technical professionals with mission-critical opportunities at leading organizations worldwide. This engagement represents a key engineering hire at a high-impact design and manufacturing site in Kansas.
The Systems Integration & Validation Engineer is responsible for integrating, testing, validating, and troubleshooting power electronics and electrical power systems throughout the product development lifecycle. The role works closely with Engineering, Program Management, Manufacturing, and Quality to verify system performance, support qualification testing, resolve technical issues, and ensure products meet customer, regulatory, and military/aerospace requirements.
The ideal candidate will bring hands-on experience with electrical systems testing to military and aerospace standards, strong analytical and troubleshooting skills, and the ability to develop and execute rigorous test plans. A background in power electronics and laboratory instrumentation is essential to success in this role.
Key Responsibilities
· Develop and execute system integration, verification, validation, and quality test plans for new and existing products.
· Perform functional, electrical, environmental, and EMI/EMC testing in accordance with customer, military, and aerospace standards.
· Integrate, troubleshoot, and validate complex power electronics and electrical power systems to ensure performance requirements are achieved.
· Analyze test results, document findings, and provide technical recommendations to support product development and continuous improvement.
· Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve technical issues, support design verification, and ensure successful product implementation.
· Participate in design reviews, customer technical discussions, and root cause investigations to improve product reliability and performance.
· Develop and maintain laboratory test methods, equipment, and documentation to support engineering and New Product Introduction (NPI) activities.
· Maintain a safe laboratory environment and ensure compliance with company safety policies and applicable regulations.
· Demonstrate safe behavior at all times and ensure others in the working area are safe and not exposed to significant risk.
· Other duties as required and/or assigned.
Core Competencies
· Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving skills.
· Excellent troubleshooting and diagnostic abilities.
· Ability to interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and technical documentation.
· Strong written and verbal communication skills.
· Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
· Effective collaboration across cross-functional teams.
· High attention to detail and commitment to quality.
· Continuous improvement mindset.
· Ability to perform the essential functions of the position with or without accommodation (ADA).
Required Qualifications
· Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related engineering discipline.
· Three or more years of experience in systems integration, validation, testing, or power electronics.
· Experience testing electrical systems to military and aerospace standards.
· Experience with power electronics, electrical troubleshooting, and laboratory instrumentation.
· Must be a U.S. Person as defined by ITAR (U.S. Citizen, Permanent Resident, Political Asylee, or Refugee). This position requires access to information subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR).
Preferred Qualifications
· Aerospace or defense industry experience.
· Familiarity with MIL-STD test standards and AS9100 quality management systems.
· Experience supporting NPI qualification and production transition activities.
Travel Requirements
This position requires minimal travel. Occasional domestic travel may be required to support customer technical reviews, supplier visits, or cross-functional program activities. All travel is subject to ITAR compliance protocols where applicable.
Pay: $145,000.00 - $150,000.00 per year
Work Location: In person
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Who's Hiring
- Northrop Grumman28N
- Raytheon19R
- Amazon17
- Lockheed Martin13L
- BAE Systems USA10
Top Industries Hiring
- Technology & Software13
- Aerospace & Defense9
- Electronics & Hardware9
- Manufacturing8
- Consulting & Professional Services6
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in systems integration engineer jobs.
- Bachelor's degree in systems engineering, computer science, electrical engineering, or a related field
- Experience designing and implementing APIs, middleware, and data integration pipelines
- Proficiency with integration protocols such as REST, SOAP, MQTT, OPC-UA, or MIL-STD-1553
- Familiarity with systems engineering frameworks and tools such as SysML, MBSE, or IBM Rhapsody
- Experience with enterprise integration platforms or message brokers such as MuleSoft, Kafka, or IBM MQ
- Active security clearance or demonstrated eligibility for DoD clearance preferred for defense and government roles
Tips for Your Systems Integration Engineer Job Search
Tailor your resume for integration complexity
Hiring managers for systems integration roles scan for evidence of multi-system environments. Call out the specific protocols, middleware, and APIs you connected, the number of systems involved, and whether the integration was real-time or batch, rather than listing tools in isolation.
Highlight domain-specific integration experience
Systems integration engineering means something different in defense than in healthtech or manufacturing. Identify which domain your experience sits in and make it explicit early in your resume. Generic integration experience is harder to place than domain-specific depth.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists systems integration engineer openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Prepare for technical whiteboard and system design rounds
Expect at least one session where you are asked to design an integration architecture on the spot. Practice drawing data flow diagrams, identifying bottlenecks between systems, and explaining your decisions around message queuing, error handling, and latency tradeoffs out loud.
Filter openings by clearance and compliance requirements
Many systems integration roles in defense and government require active clearances or FedRAMP compliance experience. Applying to roles that require clearances you do not hold wastes time. Read the full job description and focus on openings that match your current clearance level.
Negotiate against scope, not just title
In integration roles, scope varies enormously even within the same title. Before accepting an offer, clarify how many systems you will own, whether greenfield or legacy work dominates, and whether you will have authority over integration architecture decisions. These factors shape the role more than the job title does.
Systems Integration Engineer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most systems integration engineers?
The most active employers for systems integration engineers right now are Northrop Grumman, Raytheon, and Amazon, and the most openings are in California, Colorado, and Maryland, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Defense contractors, aerospace manufacturers, and enterprise software companies consistently post the highest volume of openings.
How many systems integration engineer jobs are remote?
About 30% of systems integration engineer openings are fully remote or hybrid as of August 2026, though the share varies significantly by industry. Software and enterprise IT integration roles tend to be more remote-eligible, while roles in defense, aerospace, and hardware-heavy manufacturing typically require on-site presence due to classified environments and physical lab access.
How do you become a systems integration engineer?
Most systems integration engineers start with a degree in systems engineering, computer science, or electrical engineering, then build hands-on experience connecting software and hardware components in internships or junior roles. From there, you develop fluency with integration protocols, middleware platforms, and systems modeling tools. Many practitioners also pursue certifications in specific platforms or earn credentials through professional engineering societies as they advance.
Can you get hired as a systems integration engineer with little experience?
Entry-level systems integration roles exist, particularly at large defense contractors and IT service firms, and they typically look for demonstrated ability to work across technical boundaries rather than deep specialization. Building project experience with APIs, data pipelines, or embedded systems in coursework or personal projects, and earning a relevant platform certification, can make a candidate competitive for associate-level openings even without direct work history.
What does the systems integration engineer interview process look like?
The process typically starts with a recruiter screen focused on technical background and domain experience, followed by a technical phone or video interview covering integration architecture concepts and protocol knowledge. A later round usually includes a system design exercise where you walk through how you would connect two or more systems, handle data transformation, and manage failure states. Final rounds often include a panel with engineers and a program or project manager.
Where can I find and apply to systems integration engineer jobs?
You can find and apply to systems integration engineer jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Find roles that match your experience and domain background, then apply directly to each listing. Openings are updated regularly, so checking back frequently gives you access to newly posted positions before they fill.
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