Senior Systems Engineer

About the role

The Senior Systems Engineer is responsible for requirements analysis and management, technical planning, systems-level design, systems integration, verification and validation, cost and risk management, and supportability and effectiveness analyses for products within the defense systems portfolio.

Responsibilities

• Review, develop, and document system-level requirements, CONOPS, and mission statements.
• Produce and/or review technical documents, specifications, and standards.
• Perform requirements management, analysis, and allocations for complex systems design.
• Effectively document and communicate designs, results, reports, and presentations.
• Collaborate with all technical functions to develop and document product architectures that meet technical, cost, and schedule goals.
• Utilize Model-Based System Engineering best practices for System Development.
• Define and execute trade studies to select optimal approaches for complex design and architecture issues.
• Research, conceptualize, and evaluate complex system architectures and product designs; recommend design modifications to improve product performance, cost, reliability, and development schedule (may serve as activity lead or support role).
• Develop and maintain collaborative relationships with other Elbit America Business Units.
• Lead customer interactions to influence and understand Voice of the Customer and product requirements.
• Support proposal development activities, including proposal text, cost estimating, and presentations.
• Drive system integration efforts, including hands-on evaluation of prototypes.
• Plan and support verification and validation activities for complex system designs to ensure conformance with functional specifications and customer requirements.
• Prepare and/or deliver technical presentations to customers, ESA management, or development teams.
• Provide regular and clear communication to customers, Elbit America affiliates, government officials, and other contractors as required.
• Career Development
• Coordinate workforce planning and resource allocation with Engineering Functional Leadership and Engineering Business Unit Leads.
• Ensure lessons learned are identified and incorporated into the standards process.
• Recommend tools to improve systems engineering, design processes, and procedures.
• Mentor entry-level engineers.
• Assume the role of System / Integrated Product Team Lead for projects, utilizing the Agile product development approach.
• Perform other related duties as assigned by supervisor.

Requirements

• US CITIZENSHIP REQUIRED
• Accredited bachelor’s or master’s degree in electrical engineering, electro-optical engineering, mechanical engineering, or software engineering.
• Minimum of 5+ years of systems engineering experience, demonstrating principal responsibilities outlined above.
• Comprehensive understanding of internal systems engineering procedures.
• Experience and knowledge in developing Concepts of Operation (CONOPS), requirements development and management, system architecture using Model-Based System Engineering concepts, conceptualization and analysis of complex systems architecture design, integration and test planning/execution, and qualification testing.
• Experience with Model-Based Systems Engineering tools (e.g., CAMEO) is an advantage.
• Former military experience in aerospace, avionics, naval, or ground systems is an advantage.
• Proficiency in computer skills and understanding of basic electrical, mechanical, optical, or software engineering principles.
• Experience in the defense or public safety industry, such as command-and-control software systems, mission computers/displays, complex camera and radar surveillance systems, communications and networking equipment, power equipment, and supporting information technology, is beneficial.
• Ability to obtain a DoD clearance at the Secret level.

Qualifications

• Excellent written and oral communication skills; ability to understand and follow complex, detailed instructions; ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Logical and scientific approach to technical problem-solving.
• Flexibility to handle multiple priorities and work for short to moderate periods without direct supervision.
• Ability to build robust relationships and work well with individuals at all organizational levels, including program management and engineering functional management.
• Able to travel domestically and internationally up to 10–15% in support of projects.
• Able to work independently and collaboratively with internal and external organizations.
• Able to work in person, in the office—at least 3 or 4 days in the office every week.

Skills

• Models
• Elbit America’s core values: People (Elbit America is an employee destination), Performance (achieve industry-leading business performance), and Growth (drive responsible growth to reinvent for the future).

Benefits

• Most locations offer a 9/80 schedule, providing every other Friday off.
• Competitive compensation & 401(k) program to plan for your future.
• Robust medical, dental, vision, & disability coverage with qualified wellness discounts.
• Basic Life Insurance and Additional Life & AD&D Insurances are available.
• Paid Parental Leave.
• Generous Employee Referral Program.
• Voluntary Benefits Available: Longer Term Care, Legal, Identify Theft, Pet Insurance, and more.
• Voluntary Tricare Supplement available for military retirees.