Sr. Systems Engineering Manager

Responsibilities

• Lead systems engineering, design, and integration for Light Rail Transit (LRT), commuter rail, and conventional train control projects
• Oversee the design of rail systems including signaling, interlockings, ATP, communications, SCADA, and Operations Control Center (OCC) systems
• Manage vehicle system integration to ensure compatibility between onboard systems and wayside infrastructure
• Serve as Systems Integration Manager to coordinate technical interfaces and ensure interoperability among all subsystems
• Develop key deliverables such as system architecture documentation, Interface Control Documents (ICDs), and requirements traceability matrices
• Lead interface management across civil, track, systems, vehicle, and communications disciplines
• Direct system-level requirements verification, integration testing, commissioning, and operational readiness
• Mentor and guide multidisciplinary engineering teams while promoting technical excellence

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related technical discipline
• 15+ years of experience in rail transit systems engineering, systems integration, or signaling
• Proven experience delivering LRT, commuter rail, metro, or heavy rail projects
• Strong expertise with conventional train control and signaling systems
• Demonstrated leadership experience managing multidisciplinary technical teams on large-scale programs
• Expertise in systems integration, interface management, and testing & commissioning

Preferred Qualifications

• Professional Engineer (PE) license
• Experience with FTA-funded transit projects and alternative delivery methods (Design-Build, PDB, or CM/GC)
• Experience working within live operational rail environments
• Knowledge of rail and transit standards such as AREMA, IEEE, IEC, and NFPA 130

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off and holidays
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Life insurance and flexible work schedules

About the Company

Parsons is a digitally enabled solutions provider focused on the defense, intelligence, and critical infrastructure markets. For over 80 years, we have designed and delivered solutions that connect and protect communities worldwide, specializing in projects that improve mobility, sustainability, and resiliency.