Principal / Sr. Principal Systems Engineers - Integration & Test
$108,800–$163,200 year
On-siteBaltimore, Maryland, United States
Job Summary
Lead integration and test activities for advanced RF sensor systems, including airborne radars for fighter jets and UAVs, and ground/maritime radar platforms. Own bench ownership and configuration management for hardware/software test environments, developing and executing comprehensive test plans for LRIP ATP, HW DVT, and SSQT campaigns. Coordinate integrated testing, flight test preparation, and system integration of new capabilities while driving requirements verification and closure. Troubleshoot complex hardware and software issues across multiple benches, mentor early-career engineers, and present technical status to management and customers. Requires active DoD Secret clearance and onsite work in Baltimore, MD.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in a STEM discipline or related field
- 5+ years of relevant experience with system integration and test on complex HW/SW systems
- 3+ years with a Master's degree
- 1+ year with a PhD
- Demonstrated experience in system integration and test on complex HW/SW systems, preferably in defense or aerospace
- Experience leading lab/bench ownership, test campaigns, or requirements verification activities
- Strong communication and leadership skills
- Ability to coordinate across multiple teams and present technical status to management and customers
- Active DoD Secret clearance
- Ability to obtain/maintain Special Program Access (SAP) prior to start
- US citizenship
- Ability to work onsite in Baltimore, MD
- Must be able to lift 50 lbs
Desired Qualifications
- Prior experience on Tactical Radar Programs or similar mission systems
- Familiarity with configuration management tools and disciplined processes for complex test environments
- Experience directing flight test objectives, No/Go criteria, and test configuration
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