Principal Systems Engineer-Defense

Location: Ashburn, VA

Pay

Salary Range: $144,100.00 - $190,000.00 per year plus bonus. 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.

Benefits

• Paid Time Off
• 401K with Employer Match and Profit Sharing
• Health and Wellness Benefits
• Learning and Development Opportunities
• Referral Program
• Competitive Pay
• Recognition
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Inclusive & Supportive Culture

About the role

As an industry-recognized expert in an engineering discipline or specialty area, you will lead the business' technical growth, having created or significantly changed technology over at least a decade. This role involves leading large technical teams, representing the company as the technical expert, and driving solutions that meet complex customer requirements.

Responsibilities

• Lead large technical teams to meet complex customer requirements
• Represent the company as the technical expert to customers, suppliers, and management
• Synthesize requirements into the lowest risk solution available
• Produce technical documentation to adequately describe solutions to both customers and the engineering team
• Provide technical guidance to cross-functional teams
• Report technical status and way forward to varied audiences
• Recommend training to enhance team development
• Evaluate technical performance and potential of individual performers and job applicants
• Assume technical responsibility for the performance of the teams in your charge

Requirements

• 10+ 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 applications
• Exceptional problem-solving skills
• Expert knowledge of the systems engineering tools DOORS and Cameo
• Working knowledge of engineering development tools like Clearquest, JIRA, and Rational Development Tools
• Ability to operate and debug Linux and VxWorks-based computing systems
• Solid understanding of SOSA and VPX system design standards
• Solid understanding of serial communication protocols such as MIL-STD-1553, RS422, RS485, RS232, 10G and 100G Gigabit Ethernet, PCIe, USB
• Solid understanding of the latest processing and graphics solutions
• Excellent troubleshooting skills of rugged computing systems
• Ability to lead in a team environment
• Ability to drive clarity to ambiguous requests or requirements
• Ability to work well in a fast-paced professional office environment

Qualifications

• BS in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or Electrical Engineering (preferred)
• Experience conducting System Safety Assessment, Functional Hazard Assessment, and Failure Mode Effects Analysis (a plus)
• Previous experience in RTCA/DO-254/DO-178 processes and FAA Certification (a plus)
• Experience with Microsoft Office including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Project

About Us

Curtiss-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.

Learn more about us.

This position may require exposure to export-controlled information and is subject to additional security screening. Ineligibility to access export-controlled information may result in reconsideration or withdrawal of any offer of employment.