Principal Systems Engineer

Principal Systems EngineerApplied Signal Technology (AST) is seeking a Principal Systems Engineer who strives for excellence and have a passion to be part of a team that strengthens our nation and improves the security of our world. AST provides trusted strategic and tactical SIGINT solutions that secure the interests of the U.S. and its partners. AST's work in areas such as high-capacity broadband communications, signal processing and analysis, tactical SIGINT, and wireless communications continually challenges our extraordinary engineers to resolve problems and make the world a safer place. AST's work environment is passionate, highly collaborative and provides engineers the freedom to strengthen and expand their skills, explore new and creative ideas, and work closely with our nation's finest service members all while embracing integrity, innovation, and work-life balance.This is an ONSITE position at our Salt Lake City, U T location.What You Will DoLead and consult on various products and programs, provide systems engineering on both new and existing products, and develop and propose new concepts and solutions to our customers.Be hands-on and work closely with our customers, senior management, program managers, and cross discipline technical staff to thoroughly understand customer objectives and then to develop solutions.Work on or lead Research and Development projects that extend into advanced technology exploration.Engage in engineering functions such as concept development, engineering design, integration and evaluation, and operations and maintenance of various systems or systems of systems.Have extensive early and continuing interaction with customers to define solutions, project scope and then act as a liaison for the customer within the company.Qualifications You Must HaveTypically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum of 8 years of prior relevant experience8 years of practical experience in Systems Engineering including experience with design, development and testing of custom hardware and software systems of high complexityExtensive Systems Engineering experience in RF and/or antenna systems developmentExperience with high capacity/performance RF signal tracking systems, multi-antenna systemsExperience identifying, analyzing, and resolving problems in all phases of the system lifecycleExperience with systems integration, test execution, and test results documentationExperience interacting with development teams to resolve discrepancies and issuesExperience working with customers, end users, hardware design teams, and software design teamsActive and transferable U.S. government issued Top Secret (TS) security clearance is required prior to start date.U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearanceQualifications We PreferExperience formalizing, developing, and writing requirements, plans, and procedures based on customer discussions, briefings, interactions, and statements of workExperience with Fiber Optics, RF or Telecommunications standards and processing techniquesExperience with Design, Development, Integration and Test of complex Communication systemsExperience developing system level designs and data interfacesExperience developing high speed processing hardware or complex control softwareUnderstanding of telecommunications systems concepts and signal processing fundamentals.Experience with bid and proposal activities related to system developmentExperience recognizing areas of improvement or customer needs and relaying them to senior staff as business development possibilitiesExperience with scripting languages, such as Python or BashExperience developing training courses and training othersExisting Top Secret SCI with polygraphWhat We OfferMedical, dental, and vision insuranceThree weeks of vacation for newly hired employeesGenerous 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds and separate employer retirement contribution, including a Lifetime Income Strategy optionTuition reimbursement programStudent Loan Repayment ProgramLife insurance and disability coverageOptional coverages you can buy pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal, ID theft protectionBirth, adoption, parental leave benefitsOvia Health, fertility, and family planningAdoption AssistanceAutism BenefitEmployee Assistance Plan, including up to 10 free counseling sessionsHealthy You Incentives, wellness rewards programDoctor on Demand, virtual doctor visitsBright Horizons, child and elder care servicesTeladoc Medical Experts, second opinion programEligible for relocationAnd More!