Manager, Systems Engineering, Integration & Test

SAAB; New York (NY); Remote; USD 161,000 - 219,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative defense and security company is seeking a dynamic Systems Engineering, Integration and Test (SEIT) Manager to lead a talented team. This role focuses on providing functional management, ensuring technical and programmatic objectives are met, and fostering professional development. With a commitment to pushing technological boundaries, this position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to impactful projects while maintaining work-life balance. The role requires collaboration with various teams and travel, making it ideal for a leader passionate about engineering excellence and innovation.

Benefits

Medical, vision and dental insurance

Paid time off including vacation and holidays

401(k) with immediate vesting

Tuition assistance

Student loan assistance

Wellness account

Employee stock purchase program

Qualifications

• 15+ years of experience in systems engineering and management.
• Hands-on experience in product development and production support.

Responsibilities

• Manage SEIT team and ensure technical objectives are met.
• Support recruitment and career development for engineering staff.

Skills

Systems Engineering

Integration & Test Execution

Leadership Skills

DoD Weapon Systems Architecture

Model-Based System Engineering (MBSE)

Education

Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering

Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering

Bachelor of Science in Software Engineering

Bachelor of Science in Systems Engineering

Tools

DoD Engineering Processes

Matrix Functional Organization

Job description

Competing in the international market, requires a strong global presence. We continue to strengthen our presence in key markets, develop innovative solutions and acquire companies in prioritised areas. Saab's products are sold to over 100 countries and we currently operates in over 30 countries.

Rapidly growing Saab Inc. Land Systems division is seeking a dynamic Systems Engineering, Integration and Test (SEIT) Manager with experience in weapon systems engineering design, production support, and functional discipline team management.

The primary function of the role is to provide engineering functional management for the team of 5 or more system and integration, verification and test (IV&T) engineers, some working remotely. The SEIT Manager will collaborate with program management teams, the division’s chief engineer, human resources and other functions to support new developments, execution of existing programs, and technology transfers, as well as assist with Land Systems’ engineering organization growth and engineering alignment with the future business development.

Travel is required, mainly domestic and some international. Currently the position is remote home office; relocation will be required to Detroit, MI area within 12 months of a start date.

Responsibilities include:

Provide functional management to SEIT team, with focus on meeting technical and programmatic objectives.

Assign appropriate personnel to projects and programs; recruit staff as necessary to meet business demands, through both direct hire and contractual agencies.

Provide leadership oversight, technical insight, guidance, mentorship, and coaching to systems engineering personnel in the performance of their tasks.

Manage performance review and career development processes and conduct cyclical compensation reviews.

Develop engineering training and professional development opportunities and execution strategies.

Ensure personnel adherence to established company processes and procedures, provide feedback and actively contribute to development and updates to processes, forms, operating procedures, and templates.

Support cost estimating activities, including proposals, IRAD, capital, and overhead budget developments.

Ensure accountability for creation of accurate technical, cost and schedule targets.

Help to assess technical risks and identify risk mitigation strategies within SEIT and adjacent disciplines.

Actively assist Land Systems leadership team in long-term engineering staffing planning and strategy development.

Contribute to Land Systems’ technology development roadmap planning from SEIT perspective.

Generate budgets and requests for SEIT function group, including overhead, capital, software, tools, subscriptions, and training.

Together with Land Systems engineering leadership, assist other divisions’ efforts with SEIT staffing needs.

Compensation Range:$161,700-$218,300

The compensation range provided is a general guideline. When extending an offer, Saab, Inc. considers factors including (but not limited to) the role and associated responsibilities, location, and market and business considerations, as well as the candidate's work experience, key skills, and education/training.

Skills and Experience:

Minimum Bachelor of Science in Mechanical, Electrical, Software, or Systems Engineering and 15 years of experience in related field, or equivalent combination of advanced degree and experience.

Hands-on, direct experience in systems engineering/integration & test execution and management, related to product development, production, and sustainment in DoD sector, including DoD weapon systems architecture, system requirements and verification, modular open system architecture (MOSA) principles, and model-based system engineering (MBSE), test development, planning and execution.

Working, hands-on experience with matrix functional organization, including recruiting, hiring, performance reviews, career development processes and other staffing efforts.

Excellent leadership and communication skills across the function, as well as with leadership teams, peers, subordinates, and business partners, domestically and internationally, in-person and remotely.

Working experience with DoD and industry engineering processes, procedures, standards, requirements, tools, and practices.

Experience and familiarity with other company functions operations, such as human resources, finance, supply chain, and other engineering functions.

U.S. citizenship and ability to obtain DoD clearance (Secret minimum, existing clearance a plus).

International and domestic travel is required, up to 30%.

Must be a U.S. citizen. Applicants selected may be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

Drug-Free Workplaces:

Saab is a federal government contractor and adheres to policies and programs necessary for sustaining drug-free workplaces. As a condition of employment, candidates will be required to pass a pre-employment drug screen.

Saab provides an excellent working environment offering professional growth opportunities, competitive wages, work-life balance, business-casual atmosphere and comprehensive benefits:

Medical, vision and dental insurance for employees and dependents

Paid time off including: minimum of 3 weeks vacation, 5 floating holidays, 8 designated holidays, parental leave, personal illness, bereavement, jury duty, long-term and short-term disability

401(k) with immediate vesting on employer match

Tuition assistance

Student loan assistance

Wellness account, Care.com subscription and employee assistance programs

Employee stock purchase program with employer match

About Us:

Saab is a leading defense and security company with an enduring mission, to help nations keep their people and society safe. Empowered by its 19,000 talented people, Saab constantly pushes the boundaries of technology to create a safer, more sustainable and more equitable world. In the U.S., Saab delivers advanced technology and systems, supporting the U.S. Armed Forces and the Federal Aviation Administration, as well as international and commercial partners. Headquartered in Syracuse, New York, the company has business units and local employees in eight U.S. locations.

Saab is a company where we see diversity as an asset and offer unlimited opportunities for advancing in your career. We are also a company that respects each person’s needs and encourage employees to lead a balanced, rewarding life beyond work. Saab values diversity and is an Affirmative Action employer for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. Saab is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, all qualified individuals are encouraged to apply and will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran, disability status, or any other federal, state, or locally protected category.

Regardless of whether you value cutting edge technology, creativity or an innovative environment, everyone at Saab contributes to keeping people and society safe.