Systems Engineer

Description

Jaxon is looking for a Systems Engineer to join our team in Colorado Springs, CO.

Jaxon is the leading full-service provider of High-altitude Electromagnetic Pulse (HEMP) services worldwide, delivering world-class engineering, testing, construction, and sustainment services. Jaxon offers an outstanding benefits package, competitive pay, and a culture that is unmatched. We collaborate and thrive on our core value of ownership. In both success and failure, we push to get better individually and as a team.

Salary: $75,00-95,000 annually

Schedule: Full-Time

Travel Requirement: While this role is primarily a position located in Colorado Springs, System Engineers should be prepared to travel as needed. Travel expenses are paid by the company.

Security Clearance Requirement: This role requires the ability and willingness to obtain a Department of Defense (DoD) Secret Clearance or higher. An active DoD secret clearance is highly desired.

Benefits:

• •Life insurance at 2.5 times annual base salary provided
• •Excellent medical, dental and vision insurance
• •Short- and long-term disability insurance provided
• •PTO and paid holidays
• •401(k) match (up to 4% of salary)

The Jaxon Experience:

• •Jaxon Kitchen Fridays, our once-a-month tradition where the team gathers for good food, good company, and a chance to unwind the work week together.
• •Annual Golf Tournament that brings out everyone’s competitive spirit; pros, rookies, and “I’m just here for the cart snacks” people alike.
• •A Christmas Event Like No Other, legendary for a reason; traditions, surprises and the kind of magic only Jaxon can pull off. AND a Kids’ Christmas Celebration that brings out the joy, the crafts, and the wide-eyed wonder of the season.
• •Super Bowl Party because friendly rivalry, good food, and loud cheering are practically part of our job description. And of course, the day after the super bowl is a company paid holiday , because we believe in recovery, rest, and reliving the best plays and commercials.

All the good times we talk about are here to build connection, not obligations. Participation is always optional, because ownership includes owning your time and your comfort level. Nothing in this section is meant to create a contractual benefit, just a glimpse into the way we show up for each other and make Jaxon more than a place to work!

Primary Duties

• •Closely works with customers regarding project requirements, and tracks adherence through a project’s lifecycle.
• •Coordinates with internal, multi-disciplinary teams to ensure projects are executed as planned.
• •Plans and executes multiple engineering projects with limited oversight and direction.
• •Provides succinct, accurate, and conforming deliverables to external stakeholders.
• •Generate and present a variety of technical documents (reports, presentations).
• •Aids in bidding and proposals.
• •Comply with ISO 9001:2015 based traceability and verification requirements.
• •Maintains documents-based system management.

Requirements

Required Job Qualifications

• •BS/MS degree with 3-6 years’ experience, preferably in engineering or related discipline.
• •Must possess valid driver’s license.
• •Willingness to be coached and to learn new skills in a rapidly growing industry.
• •Possess strong personal and professional organization skills.
• •Demonstrated project development and leadership skills for planning and overseeing projects.
• •Strong problem solving and critical thinking skills.
• •Self-motivated and able to work in a dynamic team environment with both local and geographically dispersed team members with varying experience levels.
• •Strong written and oral communication skills for coordination and reporting work.
• •Proficient in using Microsoft office, especially Outlook, Word, Excel, Project, and PowerPoint.

Who We’re Looking For

• •You’re the kind of person who doesn’t just push products, you show up ready to build, learn, and grow. You’re curious, hands-on, and eager to sharpen your engineering skills across the board. You ask questions, pitch in, and help solve problems with a team-first mindset.
• •You communicate clearly, build trust, and are excited about Jaxon’s mission to serve customers and protect critical infrastructure.
• •You follow the rules when they matter, but you’re not afraid to step up and solve problems when things get tricky. Jaxon is a unique company with a unique culture that uses unique solutions to solve problems.
• •You’ve got a solid grasp of engineering fundamentals and development tools, and you’re hungry to learn more. You’ve worked in fast-paced environments, know how to stay focused, and keep your cool when things get complex.

Must have the ability or willingness to do the following:

• •Obtain United States passport
• •Use grinders, chop saws, drills, plasma cutters and both scissor lift & variable-reach forklifts
• •Ability to bend over, kneel and crouch for long periods of time, & able to lift at least 50 lbs.

Application Deadline: Rolling – open until filled; candidates are encouraged to apply early.

Duties and responsibilities may evolve based on project needs and operational requirements. This description does not cover every task or expectation associated with the role.

Jaxon does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, national origin, religion, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, or military status.