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 verification, integration testing, factory testing, field testing, and commissioning
• Support system assurance activities including safety certification, hazard resolution, and RAM coordination
• Mentor and guide multidisciplinary engineering teams to promote 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
• Demonstrated experience delivering LRT, commuter rail, metro, or heavy rail projects
• Strong expertise with conventional train control and signaling systems
• Proven leadership experience managing multidisciplinary technical teams on large-scale transit programs
• Experience leading systems integration, interface management, and operational readiness activities
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Professional Engineer (PE) license
• Experience with FTA-funded transit projects and alternative delivery methods (PDB, Design-Build, or CM/GC)
• Experience working within live operational rail environments
• Knowledge of rail 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, our experts have designed and delivered the critical infrastructure that connects and protects communities around the world.