Principal Systems Engineer-Defense

Principal Systems Engineer-DefenseWe are growing and looking for a Principal Systems Engineer to join our team in Ashburn VA.As our Principal Systems Engineer you will be an industry-recognized expert in an engineering discipline or specialty area. You will have created or significantly changed technology over at least a decade of time and continue to lead the business' technical growth.Location: Ashburn, VA- OnsiteWe Take Care of Our PeoplePaid Time Off I 401K with Employer Match and Profit Sharing I Health and Wellness BenefitsILearning and Development Opportunities I Referral Program I Competitive Pay I Recognition I Employee Stock Purchase PlanIInclusive & Supportive CultureSalary Range: $ 144,100.00 - 190,000.00 per year plus bonusPlease note that the salary range information provided is a general guideline only, reflecting a position based in Virginia. Criteria such as the candidate’s qualifications and relevant experience, the scope of the specific position, as well as market and business considerations will be evaluated when extending an offer.Your Challenge:Leading large technical teams to meet complex customer requirementsRepresenting the company as the technical expert to customers, suppliers, and CW managementSynthesizing requirements into the lowest risk solution availableProducing technical documentation to adequately describe CW’s solution to both the customer and the engineering teamProviding technical guidance to cross functional teamsReporting technical status and way forward to varied audiencesRecommending training to enhance team developmentEvaluating technical performance and potential to individual performers and job applicants; assuming technical responsibility for the performance of the teams in his/her chargeWhat You Bring:10 plus years of experience at US DoD Primes or at a company that directly supports them.Knowledge of system hardware/software development, integration and test for deployed military vehicle applicationsExceptional problem solving skillsExpert knowledge of the systems engineering tools DOORS and CameoWorking knowledge of engineering development tools like Clearquest, JIRA, and Rational Development ToolsAbility to operate and debug Linux and VxWorks based computing systemsSolid understanding of SOSA and VPX system design standardsSolid understanding of serial communication protocols such as MIL-STD-1553, RS422, RS485, RS232, 10G and 100G Gigabit Ethernet, PCIe, USBSolid understanding of the latest processing and graphics solutionsExcellent troubleshooting skills of rugged computing systemsAbility to lead in a team environmentAbility to drive clarity to ambiguous requests or requirementsAbility to work well in a fast-paced professional office environmentExperience conducting System Safety Assessment, Functional Hazard assessment and Failure Mode Effects Analysis is a plusPrevious experience in RTCA/DO-254/DO-178 processes and FAA Certification is a plusExperience with Microsoft Office including Word Excel, PowerPoint and ProjectBS Computer Science, BS Software Engineering, BS Electrical Engineering preferredWho We Are:Our ValuesEnvironmental, Social and GovernanceCurtiss-Wright's Defense Solution division is a trusted, proven leader, delivering superior products and services that meet the defense and aerospace industries' toughest challenges with best-in-class value. Our solutions address air, ground, and naval defense applications, and are focused on growth segments with a high demand for advanced technology, enhanced safety, security, and performance. As a leading Modular Open Systems Approach (MOSA) solutions supplier for battlefield platforms and communication systems, we are uniquely positioned to benefit from the DoD's commitment to maintaining technological superiority on the battlefield.To learn more visit: No unsolicited agency submittals please. Agency partners must be invited to participate in a search by ourTalent Acquisition Team and have signed terms in place prior to any submittal. Resumes submitted directly to any Curtiss-Wright employee or affiliate will not qualify for fee payment, and therefore become the property of Curtiss-Wright. Compliance StatementThis position may require exposure to export-controlled information and subject to additional security screening. In the event information provided during the security screening reveals ineligibility to access export-controlled information, any offer of employment may be reconsidered or withdrawn. Curtiss-Wright is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, sexual orientation, gender identity, physical or mental disability, age, ancestry, legally protected medical condition, family care status, marital status, religion, veteran status, national origin, or any other legally protected status. If you require accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact Talent Acquisition.For US Applicants: EEO is The Law – click here for more information.If you require accommodation due to a disability at any time during the recruitment and/or assessment process, please contact Talent Acquisition and we will make all reasonable efforts to accommodate your request.SummaryLocation: US-VA-AshburnType: Full time