Lead Systems Engineer (Engineer Systems 4)
$118,043–$165,000 year
On-siteSyracuse, New York, United States
Job Summary
Oversee system analysis activities to develop requirements and design specifications while modeling complex embedded systems and developing innovative algorithms. Lead a multi-disciplinary team of software, firmware, hardware, and test engineers through systems integration and execution, providing direction on task breakdowns, duration estimates, and project milestones. Perform data analysis, conduct trade studies, and write technical memos to drive accountability and execution excellence. Mentor junior engineers and interface with customers, management, and peers to deliver value to mission partners. Work within the Tactical Sensor Systems team to advance leading-edge electronics and communications technologies for U.S. military and federal agency partners.
Required Qualifications
- 9 years relevant experience with Bachelors in related field
- 7 years relevant experience with Masters in related field
- 4 years relevant experience with PhD or Juris Doctorate in related field
- High School Diploma or equivalent and 13 years relevant experience
- Ability to analyze and troubleshoot complex systems with an aptitude to find creative, logical and effective solutions
- Familiarity with EW, radar and/or communication technologies
- A team player with the demonstrated ability to successfully lead cross-functional teams
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, including a demonstrated ability to interact effectively with customers, management, and peers
- Experience in system analysis, requirements derivation, and system design
- Ability to provide task break-down, duration estimates, project milestones during project planning
- Ability to provide inputs to technical leads and project managers on programmatic and technical deliverables during program execution
- Must be a U.S. citizen
- Applicants selected may be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information
Desired Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in the field of Electrical Engineering or similar with 9+ years of industry experience
- Experience in concept creation and rapid-prototyping
- Existing SECRET clearance
- Weapon launching system experience
- MATLAB for modeling and simulation with Simulink experience
- Familiarity with Python or LabVIEW for rapid prototyping features and automating testing
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