Principal Systems Engineer - Colorado Springs, CO

Job Description

Job Description

Davidson is distinguished in the aerospace and missile defense industry, in part, because of its excellence in hiring exceptional experts, engineers and software developers dedicated to delivering advanced, intelligent technology solutions in defense of our nation.

Davidson is seeking a Principal Systems Engineer in Colorado Springs, CO

This position is located at a site that is NOT on a military base or military installation.

The qualified candidate will support the Missile Defense Sensors (MDS) department. The MDS department delivers cutting-edge expertise in concept development, architectural design, requirements generation and flow-down, modeling and simulation, systems analysis, integration, test, and evaluation of world-class Missile Defense & Sensor Systems. You will play a critical part in the enhancement and modernization of Ground-Based Radar (GBR) Systems. Your contributions will include developing and analyzing system requirements, designing system architectures, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to deliver advanced radar solutions.

Job Responsibilities:

• Lead the development of architectures and requirements to define, characterize, and document Ground Based Radar (GBR) systems.

• Contribute to architectural framework updates, system-of-system functional and performance requirements, detailed algorithm descriptions, test scenario definitions, and verification approaches.

• Conduct requirements analysis and benchmarking to validate algorithm designs and ensure system-level performance aligns with operational objectives.

• Collaborate closely with software and integration/test engineers to deliver innovative and high-performing radar solutions.

Job Requirements:

• BS or MS in Engineering, Science, Math or related discipline

• 8+ years experience in an engineering role with system integration and/or test of complex, large scale DOD systems

• Advanced knowledge of job area/domain expertise (ie Radars/Sensors, Ship Systems, System Integration and Test)

• Significant experience with system integration and test process, tools and techniques

• Experience with Systems Engineering Product Development Cycle

• Experience with MATLAB and DOORS; Demonstrated Successful Leadership as a Complex System Integration and/or Complex System Test Lead

• Experience developing and presenting technical information/presentations to leaders or customers

• Has advanced specialty knowledge in Systems Engineering and Integration/Test of complex, large-scale systems; Provides guidance, coaching or training of others

Desired Competencies:

• Experience with radar system concepts including detection, discrimination, tracking, and signal processing algorithms, as well as their behaviors and performance.

• Proven experience in system-level requirements development, documentation, maintenance, and/or the design of system-level software architecture.

• Hands-on experience in developing and coding system models, algorithms, test vectors, and evaluation tools to analyze radar requirements and performance.

• Demonstrated ability to develop, document, and maintain processes, methods, and tools to ensure engineering excellence.

• Track record of developing technical solutions to complex engineering challenges.

• Proficiency in programming languages such as python, C/C++, Java, and tools like DOORS.

• Familiarity with the software development process using Agile methodologies and associated tools, such as JIRA and Confluence.

• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills, with a proven history of delivering innovative technical solutions.

• Proficiency with the MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.).

• Excellent communication skills, including technical writing, oral presentations, and interpersonal skills.

• Previous experience interfacing with customers and leading the development of technical solutions for complex user requirements.

• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a geographically distributed team environment.

• Experience collaborating across disciplines and communicating effectively with all levels of the organization and external stakeholders.

• Advanced Degree in STEM

Clearance Requirements:

• Currently hold active DoD Secret Clearance.