Principal Systems Engineer

Socket.dev; Dayton (OH); On-site; USD 140,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Odyssey seeks a Principal Systems Engineer at Wright Patterson AFB, OH to lead GEOINT and radar-related systems development. You will integrate DoD-ISR expertise with software/embedded engineering, delivering end-to-end capability across space and air platforms.

Must have TS clearance and a strong background in DoD programs, systems integration, and test planning. The role emphasizes complex system-of-systems engineering and program management for warfighter resources.

Qualifications

• Master’s or Doctorate Degree in a related field; 12+ years DoD experience or 30 years related experience with DoD not required.
• Bachelor’s degree in a related field; 15+ years DoD experience; 25+ years total experience alternative.
• Expertise in GEOINT, radars, satellites, signal processing, or similar field.
• Background as software/systems/embedded engineer; strong OO programming (C++, Python, Java, C#).

Responsibilities

• Provide engineering support to the ISR/SOF Directorate on development, demonstration, and transition of advanced ISR technologies.
• Apply knowledge of DoD RDT&E, logistics, and acquisition programs.
• Develop and test radar phenomenology for space-based and ground-based systems; support data links and sensor development.
• Translate user needs into system requirements and review architecture, interfaces, and test plans.
• Support DoD DoD 5000.01/5000.02 principles and AFLCMC policies in engineering tasks.

Skills

GEOINT

radars

satellites

signal processing

software/embedded engineer

C++

Python

Java

C#

Education

Master’s or Doctorate Degree in a related field

Bachelor’s degree in a related field

Job description

Position Summary

Odyssey has an exciting opportunity for a Principal Systems Engineerposition supporting the ISR Sensors Division (AFLCMC/WIN), at Wright Patterson AFB, OH. WIN is part of the ISR/SOF Directorate (AFLCMC/WI), who is responsible for equipping our warfighters to win the fight. The Directorate executes a $22 billion acquisition portfolio developing, producing, testing, modifying, fielding, and supporting Air Force ISR and SOF platforms, and related sub-systems.

Responsibilities

Duties include, but not limited to:

• Possess expert knowledge, experience, and recognized ability to be considered an industry leader in GEOINT Systems Engineer Support of Special Projects. Must work independently and be able to apply procedures
• Provide engineering support to the Special Projects Branch in the ISR & SOF Directorate in the development, demonstration, and transition of advanced ISR technologies into Air Force systems.
• Apply knowledge and experience in work related to DoD Research, Development, Test and Evaluation, logistics, and systems acquisition programs.
• Provide technical expertise on novel radar phenomenology test/development for space-based systems, long-range ground-based atmospheric radar systems, and wideband data link and sensor development in support of the DoD ISR platforms.
• Apply knowledge and skills in civil engineering technical support as a draftsman/surveyor, experimental research and test, instruction in mathematical sciences, logistical support of weapons platforms, metrics development and reporting, staff support positions, and program management.
• Provide technical expertise on novel radar phenomenology test/development for space-based systems, long-range ground-based atmospheric radar systems, and wideband data link and sensor development in support of the DoD ISR platforms.
• Apply Department of Defense (DoD) principles (DoD 5000.01, 5000.02) and United States Air Force (USAF), Headquarters Air Force Materiel Command (HQ AFMC), Air Force Life Cycle Management Center (AFLCMC) policies to engineering tasks, including data gathering, analysis, and acquisition expertise.
• Provide Geospatial Intelligence (GEOINT) engineering to support technology development, testing, and integration into intelligence architectures.
• Support sensor and exploitation system enhancements for Test and Evaluation (T&E), including Synthetic Aperture Radar (SAR), High Altitude Long Range GEOINT Capabilities (HALRGC), Laser Radar/Light Detection and Ranging (LADAR/LIDAR), and Electro-Optical/Infrared (EO/IR) designs, using GEOINT, DoD acquisition, and systems engineering expertise.
• Translate DoD user needs into system requirements for design, development, and testing, conducting analyses, trade studies, and reviewing system baselines (architecture, controls, power, mechanical systems).
• Assist with drafting Statements of Objectives (SOOs), Statements of Work (SOWs), program plans, Systems Engineering Plan (SEP), Life Cycle Sustainment Plan (LCSP), and reviewing test plans.
• Review proposals and specifications (system, equipment, Interface Control Documents [ICDs]) for cost, feasibility, and compatibility.
• Support trade-off studies (cost, performance, reliability, risk) and systems analyses (design, state-of-the-art). Evaluate Integrated Master Plan (IMP), Integrated Master Schedule (IMS), cost estimates, and test plans, participating in system/subsystem testing.
• Provide integration support, developing plans, defining interface requirements, resolving issues, reviewing ICDs, and joining Interface Control Working Group (ICWG) activities.
• Support system-of-systems engineering, sensor integration on air vehicles (avionics, data links, power), and architectures to address GEOINT system needs and deficiencies.
• Provide engineering for GEOINT requirements, analysis, integration, and testing.

Qualifications

Citizenship: Must be a US citizen

Minimum Required Qualifications

Clearance: Top Secret

Education and Years of Experience:

• Master’s or Doctorate Degree in a related field and at least 20 years of experience in the respective technical / professional discipline being performed, 12 years of which must be in the DoD.
• OR bachelor’s degree in a related field and 25 years of experience in the respective technical/professional discipline being performed, 15 years of which must be in the DoD.
• OR, 30 years of directly related experience, 20 years of which must be in the DoD.

Technical Skills:

• Expertise in GEOINT, or radars, or satellites, or signal processing, or a similar field
• Background as a software/systems/embedded engineer
• Object-oriented programming (C++, Python, Java, C#)
• Experience working with hardware systems

Additional Information

Location: Wright Patterson AFB, Ohio

Travel: 10%

Onsite

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Company Overview

Odyssey is a world-class technical, engineering, and integration company serving the warfighting ecosystem with airborne integration, ISR, C2, and warfighter readiness capabilities. Odyssey meets the military’s operational needs by integrating layered defense systems from equipment, technology, and services to data, information, and business operations. We streamline defense acquisition and sustainment, engineering the technical battlefield with domain-specific proficiency to ensure lethality. Odyssey is dedicated to excellent contract execution, peak organizational performance, and fostering a workplace built on employee care.

Odyssey is proud to live out our core values of commitment, ambition, and respect in our work and communities through OdysseyCares, a philanthropic group focused on giving back through direct donations, an employer match program, and volunteering events.

Please note: Final compensation for this position will be determined by various factors such as the Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant work experience, specific skills and competencies, geographic location, education, and certifications.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities