Systems Engineering Manager
Company: Liquid Robotics, a Boeing Company
Location: Potomac
Posted on: April 2, 2026
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Job Description:
Description Systems Engineering Manager Liquid Robotics is
seeking a Systems Engineering Manager to lead and manager a team of
Systems Engineers in the development of autonomous ocean robots.
You and your team will work with a cross-discipline group of
electrical, mechanical, software, and operations engineers in the
development, testing, integration, and maintenance of the Wave
Glider platform and associated payloads and peripherals. The
successful candidate will bring proven experience in a
cross-discipline system-level role, strong architecture and design
skills, and a structured approach to system processes. This
position is based in the Potomac Region and reports to the Head of
Engineering. Essential Responsibilities Manage the systems
engineering work within the company. Lead, guide, and develop a
team of Systems Engineers of varying skills and skill levels. Lead
efforts to translate customer and business needs into viable,
proven solutions within time and funding limits. Define schedules,
budgets, and solutions, both for customer proposals and internal
development. Develop risk analyses and mitigations. Team with
engineers from various disciplines to manage (create, modify,
decompose and derive) system and subsystem requirements and
interfaces. Define and refine system models and architectures.
Prepare and release product documentation. Create test plans and
procedures that effectively validate and verify implementations;
support execution of tests, develop test reports. Develop and
execute trade studies and prototype analyses. Recommend best
solutions. Work with various engineering disciplines to resolve
cross-discipline systems issues. Guide others in best practices of
structured systems engineering, including requirements,
architecture, design, and test. Define and improve engineering
processes, procedures, and tools. Own the Systems Engineering
process, including process improvement and adherence. Key
Attributes: Demonstrates broad engineering knowledge applicable to
robotics development for maritime environments. Able to apply
experience in mechanical, electrical, and/or software; strong
understanding of how the various aspects of a system affect and
influence one another. Stays aware of technology advancements.
Applies knowledge across a variety of solution spaces. Applies
excellent problem solving and technical abilities to complex
problems; able to guide a team in executing root cause analysis and
problem resolutions. Possesses excellent communication and
interpersonal skills, is able to effectively exchange information
with technical teams, nontechnical stakeholders, and customers.
Maintains strong customer focus, balanced with business
requirements. Suggests valuable improvements and products based on
customer and business needs. Minimum Qualifications: BS in
Engineering; preferred degrees are Mechanical, Electrical, Computer
Engineering, or related. Advanced degree strongly preferred. 10
years of engineering experience, to include at least 5 years’
experience in a role that demonstrates cross-discipline or
system-level experience. 3 years of management experience, working
with a range of junior to senior employees. Excellent verbal,
written, and interpersonal communication skills. Experience with
the Liquid Robotics Wave Glider system is a strong discriminator.
U.S. Person status required. Ability to obtain a US Secret
Clearance required. Preference given to candidates with active
security clearance at time of hire. U.S. Person status required.
Ability to obtain a US Secret Clearance required. Preference given
to candidates with active security clearance at time of hire. Pay
is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as
market and business considerations. Summary pay range: $125,000 -
$223,000 Liquid Robotics designs and manufactures Wave Gliders®,
the first wave and solar powered autonomous ocean robots. With our
partners we address many of the planet’s greatest challenges, by
transforming how to assess, monitor, and protect the ocean. We
solve critical problems for defense, commercial, and science
customers. Visit us at www.liquid-robotics.com to learn more.
Liquid Robotics is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Employment
decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion,
national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age,
physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran
status or other characteristics protected by law.
Keywords: Liquid Robotics, a Boeing Company, Franconia , Systems Engineering Manager, Engineering , Potomac, Virginia
