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chaosindustries
System/Subsystem Engineer
chaosindustries· Engineering
About this role
CHAOS Industries is redefining modern defense with a multi-product portfolio that gives the ultimate advantage—domain dominance. The company's products are powered by Coherent Distributed Networks (CDN™), empowering warfighters, commercial air operators, and border protection teams to act faster, adapt rapidly, and stay ahead of evolving threats.
CHAOS Industries was founded in 2022 and has raised a total of $1 billion in funding from leading investors, including 8VC, Accel, and Valor Equity Partners. The company is headquartered in Los Angeles, with offices in Washington, D.C., San Francisco, San Diego, Seattle, and London. For more information, please visit www.chaosinc.com.
Role Overview:
CHAOS is seeking a highly-skilled and motivated Senior System / Subsystem Engineer to join our R&D team. You will get an opportunity to lead the systems engineering effort on a clean sheet airframe design. As a member of Engineering, you also have the opportunity to expand your skillset across our product families.
Responsibilities:
- Design and maintenance of System Architecture and CONOPS
- Lead and own the development of the system and subsystem requirements and specifications from inception through V&V.
- Lead the development and execution of system and subsystem integration & test activities, including hardware selloff for customer demonstrations
- Support local and field testing of software and flight hardware testing
- Work full-time on-site in our office in Los Angeles (Hawthorne), California
Minimum Requirements:
- Minimum education: Bachelor’s or higher Degree in Systems Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Computer Science / Computer Engineering, or related degree
- 10+ years of experience in professional systems engineering for a prime systems integrator.
- Experience in performing developing system / subsystem requirements, performing trade studies, and leading subsystem / component selection.
- Practical understanding of UAS subsystems including sensors, navigation, autopilots, control actuation systems / servos, and power subsystems
- Experience in data reduction and post-test data analysis of aerospace systems
- Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills
- Experience with modern software development practices (Git, CI/CD, automated testing)
- Familiarity with Agile development methodologies
- Ability to work with minimal supervision and collaborate on small teams
- U.S. Person status is required as this position will require the ability to access U.S.-only data system
Preferred Requirements:
- Current or previous DoD security clearance
- 10+ years of experience in professional systems engineering for UAS and/or missile systems.
- Part 107 remote pilot certification
- Experience with EO/IR sensor integration
- Experience with radar sensor integration
- Experience with datalink integration
- Familiarity with DoD standards and handbooks for safety, environments and testing.
- Strong foundation in both sides of the Systems Engineering V / Experience with full lifecycle Systems Engineering development of high-TRL systems
- Experience with HW/SW I&T and V&V of high-TRL systems
Why CHAOS?
- Health Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision benefits 100% paid for by the company
- Additional benefits: 401k (+ 50% company match up to 6% of pay), FSA, HSA, life insurance, and more
- Our Perks: Free daily lunch, ‘No meeting Fridays’, unlimited PTO, casual dress code
- Compensation Components: Competitive base salaries, generous pre-IPO stock option grants, relocation assistance, and (coming soon!) annual bonuses
- Team Growth: 400+employees and counting across 5 global offices
Salary Range: $160,000 - $240,000
The stated compensation range reflects only the targeted base compensation range and excludes additional earnings such as bonus, equity, and benefits. If your compensation requirements fall outside of the range, we still encourage you to apply. The salary range for this role is an estimate based on a range of compensation factors, inclusive of base salary only. Actual salary offer may vary based on (but not limited to) work experience, education and/or training, critical skills, and/or business considerations.
Recruiting Agencies: CHAOS Industries does not accept unsolicited resumes or outreach. Unsolicited submissions will not be reviewed or compensated.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the salary for the System/Subsystem Engineer role at chaosindustries?
The listed salary for this System/Subsystem Engineer position at chaosindustries is USD 160K–240K. This is an full-time role.
Where is the System/Subsystem Engineer position at chaosindustries located?
This System/Subsystem Engineer role at chaosindustries is based in El Segundo, California, United States. The position is listed as on-site or hybrid. Check the full job description or apply directly to confirm the work arrangement.
Which team or department does the System/Subsystem Engineer at chaosindustries belong to?
This System/Subsystem Engineer position is part of the Engineering department at chaosindustries. See the full job description for more information about the team structure and responsibilities.
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This System/Subsystem Engineer position at chaosindustries was posted on Aug 26, 2026. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
System/Subsystem Engineer
chaosindustries · 💰 USD 160K–240K
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