Lead Systems Engineer (Engineer Systems 4)

This opportunity resides with Warfare Systems (WS), a business group within HII’s Mission Technologies division. Warfare Systems comprises cyber and mission IT; electronic warfare; and C5ISR systems. HII works within our nation’s intelligence and cyber operations communities to defend our interests in cyberspace and anticipate emerging threats. Our capabilities in cybersecurity, network architecture, reverse engineering, software and hardware development uniquely enable us to support sensitive missions for the U.S. military and federal agency partners.

About the role

Huntington Ingalls is seeking a motivated Systems Engineer to lead a team in the development of advanced systems and technology. As part of the Tactical Sensor Systems team in Syracuse, NY, you will help advance leading-edge electronics and communications technologies. The Lead Systems Engineer will lead a multi-disciplinary team in the design, development, and delivery of products with a focus on the end-user/customer, regularly interfacing with and coordinating efforts among software, digital, hardware, mechanical, and product engineers.

This position is contingent on contract award.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and contribute to system analysis activities to develop system requirements and design specifications.
• Model and simulate complex embedded systems.
• Develop innovative algorithms and system architectures.
• Perform data analysis, develop trade studies, and write technical memos.
• Execute systems integration activities.
• Oversee and provide direction to software, firmware, hardware, and test engineers.
• Train and mentor junior engineers.

Requirements

• 9 years relevant experience with a Bachelor’s in a related field; 7 years with a Master’s; 4 years with a PhD or Juris Doctorate; or a High School Diploma or equivalent with 13 years relevant experience.
• Ability to analyze and troubleshoot complex systems with an aptitude for creative, logical, and effective solutions.
• Familiarity with EW, radar, and/or communication technologies.
• Experience with MATLAB for modeling and simulation (Simulink experience a plus).
• Familiarity with Python or LabVIEW for rapid prototyping and automating testing.
• Demonstrated ability to successfully lead cross-functional teams.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, including effective interaction with customers, management, and peers.
• Experience in system analysis, requirements derivation, and system design.
• Ability to provide task breakdown, duration estimates, and project milestones during planning.
• Ability to provide inputs to technical leads and project managers on programmatic and technical deliverables.
• Must be a U.S. citizen. Applicants may be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or similar with 9+ years of industry experience.
• Experience in concept creation and rapid prototyping.
• Existing SECRET clearance.
• Weapon launching system experience.

Pay

Anticipated salary range: $118,043 – $165,000.