Systems Engineer III
$108.5k - $149.18kSierra Nevada Corporation
Systems Engineer IIIAre you a bold thinker? We dream big at SNC—advocating the exploration of space, keeping service members safe and creating the systems that keep our world united and sustain our way of living. Join our team! As a Systems Engineer III, you will handle advanced tasks in requirements engineering, systems integration, Verification & Validation (V&V), and Model Based Systems Engineering (MBSE). You will lead system and decision analysis, technical planning, and risk management efforts, providing guidance to junior engineers. You will take on significant project responsibilities, demonstrating expertise in architecture/design development, technical monitoring, and lifecycle management. Effective communication and collaboration are crucial as you drive project success and mentor less experienced team members.The ISR (Intelligence, Surveillance & Reconnaissance), Aviation, and Security (IAS) business area is a leader in ISR and aviation, it is a leading prime manned and unmanned aircraft systems integrator for innovative, high-performance ISR and aviation systems. Its end-to-end Command, Control, Computers, Communications and Intelligence, Surveillance & Reconnaissance (C4ISR) capabilities encompass design, integration, test, certification, ground/flight training and complete logistics support. IAS tailors solutions to customer cost, performance, and schedule requirements and designs to consistently exceed expectations – with an unrivaled record of on time and on (or under) budget deliveries.Responsibilities:Handle advanced tasks in requirements engineering, systems integration, V&V, and MBSE.Lead system and decision analysis, technical planning, and risk management efforts.Work with Radio Frequency Engineers to develop new system architecture conceptsLead efforts to perform trade studies, develop presentation material, and clearly communicate resultsTake on significant project responsibilities and guide junior engineers.Demonstrate expertise in architecture/design development, technical monitoring, and lifecycle management.Communicate and collaborate effectively to drive project success.Mentor less experienced team members.Qualifications You Must Have:Bachelor's degree in Systems Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field.6+ years of experience in systems engineering or related field.Higher level relevant degree may substitute for experience.Advanced proficiency with Systems modeling and simulation tools.Practical knowledge of multiple Engineering principles and practices.Experience working in multi-disciplinary design and development teams.Knowledge of requirements management, functional requirements parsing, derivation, and allocation; systems design, systems integration, technical risk identification and management strategies, and V&V principles.Qualifications We Prefer:Familiar with Radio Frequency and Radar systems architecture, implementation, and lab development and testing'Background in Aerospace and Defense industry.Experience with requirements management and system modelling tools, such as DOORS, Cameo, MATLAB.Practical knowledge of industry standard mechanical design principles, to include, but not limited to, requirements management, MBSE.Experience or certification in International Council on Systems Engineering (INCOSE) standards [Associate Systems Engineering Professional (ASEP)/Certified Systems Engineering Professional (CSEP)].Ability to administer baseline definition and maturation in a complex development setting, including the use of high impact trade studies.Exposure to establishing and tracking key Technical Performance Measurements (TPM).Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work effectively in a team environment.Agile methodologies and Scrum Master certification.Essential Functions:Ability to work on a computer for extended periods.Hand/finger dexterity for system modeling and documentation.Ability to work in a hybrid environment with occasional travel.This posting will be open for application for a minimum of 5 days and may be extended based on business needs.Estimated Starting Salary Range: $108,496.89 - $149,183.22. Compensation varies depending on a wide array of factors, such as candidates' key skills, relevant work experience, and education/training/certifications. The disclosed range estimate may be adjusted for any applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled.SNC offers a generous benefit package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, 401(k) with 150% match up to 6%, life insurance, 3 weeks paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and more.IMPORTANT NOTICE: This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a Secret U.S. Security Clearance. U.S. Citizenship status is required as this position needs an active U.S. Security Clearance for employment. Non-U.S. citizens may not be eligible to obtain a security clearance. The Department of Defense Consolidated Adjudications Facility (DoD CAF), a federal government agency, handles the adjudicative aspects of the security clearance eligibility process for industry applicants. Adjudicative factors which affect the outcome of the eligibility determination include, but are not limited to, allegiance to the U.S., foreign influence, foreign preference, criminal conduct, security violations and illegal drug use.Learn more about the background check process for Security Clearances.SNC is a global leader in aerospace and national security committed to moving the American Dream forward. We're known and respected for our mission and execution focus, agility, and disruptive and rapid innovation. We provide leading edge technologies and transformative solutions that support our nation's most critical security needs. If you are mission-focused, thrive in collaborative environments, and want to make our country stronger with state-of-the-art technologies that safeguard freedom, join our team!SNC is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to an environment free of discrimination. Employment decisions are made based on merit without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran or other characteristics protected by law.
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