Firmware Systems Engineer II/III

About the role

We are seeking an experienced and highly skilled Systems Engineer with an Electrical or Software/Firmware Engineering background to join our team. We believe people should love what they do – in this role, you will be responsible for various systems engineering efforts supporting the development of complex military electronic systems. Your Electrical or Software/Firmware Engineering expertise and technical knowledge will be crucial in ensuring the successful design, integration, and implementation of cutting-edge defense technologies. As a key member of our systems engineering team, you will collaborate with cross-functional teams and stakeholders to deliver innovative solutions that meet the needs of our military customers.

Responsibilities

• Perform systems engineering activities for complex electronic systems with Firmware/Software command and control capabilities, from early design phase to production, ensuring compliance with technical specifications/requirements.
• Conduct system requirements analysis, definition, and allocation, translating customer needs into functional and technical requirements down to the firmware/software design.
• Conduct system architecture modeling, operational and functional analysis, and requirements decomposition of the electrical system design.
• Perform system/subsystem level trade studies analyzing different design solutions optimizing product parameters.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams comprised of software engineers, electrical/hardware engineers, firmware engineers, system engineers, and test engineers to develop system and software/firmware architectures and design solutions that optimize performance, reliability, safety, security, and quality/mission assurance.
• Work directly with product design engineers through system integration, verification, and validation to ensure compliance with functional and performance requirements.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers, fostering a culture of continuous learning and professional growth.
• Collaborate with project managers and subject matter experts to execute program plans ensuring on time delivery of products/deliverables.
• Support the preparation of technical documentation, including system specifications, design description documents, test plans, and test reports, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and compliance with project and contractual requirements.
• Foster strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including customers, suppliers, and regulatory authorities, to understand their needs, address concerns, and ensure customer satisfaction.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical or computer engineering or related discipline with 2 years of related experience.
• Excellent written and oral communications.
• Ability to interface professionally with existing customers and possible new customers.
• Model Based Systems Engineering experience to develop SysML Models in Cameo/MagicDraw and the use of DOORS for requirements management is preferred.
• Ability to work in teams and independently with minimal direction.
• An existing U.S. Security Clearance is desired. The ability to obtain one is required.

Benefits

• Flexible Work Schedules
• Education Assistance
• Career Development & Training Opportunities
• Wellness Program (including Fitness Reimbursement)
• Medical, Dental, Vision & 401(K) with Company Funding
• Paid Parental Leave

Schedule

• Full-time
• Shift: Compressed Work Week (9x80)
• Travel: Yes, 25% of the time