Senior Systems Engineer

Full Timesenior

Ventura, California, United StatesPosted 16 days ago

Role Overview

Grvty is hiring a Senior Systems Engineer. This is a full-time role in Ventura, California. Part of Grvty's Lifecycle hiring, posted 2 weeks ago. Full responsibilities, required qualifications, and the apply link are listed in the description below.

Salary Context

Salary is not disclosed in this posting. Market median for Senior-level Lifecycle roles is $140k-$187k (based on 251 comparable listings). Many employers share specifics during the interview process or after an initial screen.

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Job description

What Impact You'll Have

GRVTY is seeking a highly experienced Systems Engineer to support the full lifecycle development of our Autonomous Underwater Vehicle (AUV) family of vehicles and advanced navigation products. In this role you will apply systems engineering principles to define requirements, develop performance criteria, conduct analyses, and support integration and test activities. You will work across engineering disciplines to maintain overall system cohesiveness from concept through field testing and customer demonstrations. You will join a team of dedicated engineers and scientists who are pushing the boundaries of maritime technology to deliver exceptional products and capabilities.

What You'll be Owning

Contribute to AUV system architecture definition and selection of supporting sensors
Conduct trade studies to evaluate alternatives for sensors, battery systems, mechanical implementations, and interfaces
Create documentation for interface control documents, architecture diagrams, design presentations, test plans and procedures, and assembly instructions
Analyze field test data to diagnose performance anomalies and refine algorithms
Partner with all engineering disciplines to ensure desired performance of products
Lead the planning and conduct of product environmental tests and field testing
Lead integration of third-party sensors and payloads
Participate in testing, customer demonstrations, and deliveries
Mentor and provide technical guidance to mid-level and junior GNC engineers

What You Must Have

Bachelor’s degree (Master’s preferred) in Systems Engineering, Robotics, Aerospace / Mechanical / Electrical Engineering, or a closely related field
15+ years of professional systems engineering experience on complex hardware/software systems
Experience with integration and test processes, including test procedure development and anomaly resolution
Strong ability to produce clear, well-organized technical documentation
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including experience presenting to technical and customer audiences
This is a full-time position with the expectation of a minimum 40-hour commitment per work week. The regular workdays are Monday – Friday around the core hours of 9:00 am to 3:00 pm with a 100% on-site requirement. Regular attendance is essential to permit the team to function effectively. The job is performed in an indoor office environment. An employee in this position frequently sits or stands in the same location with opportunity to move about; regularly thinks, concentrates, analyzes, interprets, interacts with others, and communicates orally and in writing; regularly reads, sees, hears, and speaks; regularly uses a computer; and frequently uses hands to write, type, finger, handle, or feel.
US Citizenship required

What Would be Nice to Have

Experience with AUV, USV, or other autonomous vehicle programs in a systems engineering capacity
Familiarity with underwater navigation sensors and systems (INS, DVL, acoustic, etc)
Exposure to Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) tools
Active DoD clearance

Pay Range: At GRVTY, we understand that compensation is influenced by many factors—such as geographic location, federal contract labor categories, wage rates, prior experience, skillsets, education, and certifications.
We’re proud to offer a work environment that empowers our team to achieve a strong work-life balance. GRVTY provides competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and meaningful opportunities for professional growth.
Our benefits package is designed to support the well-being of our employees and their families, and includes coverage in areas such as healthcare, financial wellness, retirement planning, family assistance, continued education, and paid time off.

California Pay Range

$190,000—$210,000 USD

Why Choose GRVTY

The toughest national security challenges demand vision and ingenuity, not just resources. We deliver mission and technical expertise to outpace our adversaries. We’re purpose-built to tackle the most entrenched, systemic national security issues around the world.

We partner with our customers to help them overcome challenges in every corner of technology and defense—including the ones still being explored. Our growing capabilities create complementary advantages, giving on-the-ground operations the edge they need to succeed. We muster everything we have to answer every challenge presented, every day of our lives.

At GRVTY, we believe that when our employees thrive, our company thrives. That’s why we offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package designed to support your well-being, growth, and work-life balance.

• Robust health plan including medical, dental, and vision

• Health Savings Account with company contribution

• Annual Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays

• Paid Parental Leave

• 401k with generous company match

• Training and Development Opportunities

• Award Programs

• Variety of Company Sponsored Events

EEO Statement

GRVTY, is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

Anyone requiring reasonable accommodations should email recruiting@grvty.com or call 703-544-7930 with requested details.  A member of the HR team will respond to your request within 2 business days. 

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How do I apply for the Senior Systems Engineer position at Grvty?

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Where is the Senior Systems Engineer position at Grvty located?

This position is based in Ventura, California. Grvty has not indicated remote or hybrid options for this role, so candidates should plan for on-site work.

What does a Senior Systems Engineer at Grvty earn?

Grvty has not disclosed a salary range in this posting. Many employers share specifics later in the interview process; you can also ask during a recruiter screen if compensation transparency is important to you.

When was the Senior Systems Engineer role at Grvty posted?

This role was posted on July 6, 2026 (16 days ago). It's still listed as actively hiring; we re-confirm openings against the source system multiple times per day and remove closed roles.

How much experience does the Senior Systems Engineer role at Grvty require?

This is a senior-level position. Most senior roles call for 5+ years of directly relevant experience. Grvty lists their specific requirements in the description below, so review the must-have qualifications closely before applying.