Senior Lead Systems Engineer & Research Innovator

Southwest Research Institute; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Southwest Research Institute in San Antonio, Texas, seeks an experienced Systems Engineer to lead the development of complex architectures for DoD and IC programs. You will drive requirements, interface designs, and the integration of hardware and software to meet mission needs, delivering system-level solutions through all lifecycle stages.

The role requires a BS in Electrical or Computer Engineering, 5+ years of systems engineering, Linux expertise, and experience with DSP/EW.

Qualifications

• Requires a BS in Electrical Engineering or Computer Engineering.
• 5+ years of systems engineering experience.
• 5 years hardware/software integration, verification testing, and documentation.
• 5 years Linux OS experience; Python scripting preferred; C++/Verilog/VHDL a plus.
• Experience in DSP, SIGINT, COMINT, ELINT, or EW preferred.
• Valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Lead and guide the development of complex system architectures, requirements, and interface designs.
• Coordinate technical activities, manage schedules and deliverables with project managers.
• Apply analytical engineering expertise to identify and resolve system challenges.
• Evaluate system performance and develop practical solutions to improve reliability and efficiency.
• Collaborate with RF, electronic warfare, signal processing, embedded systems, software, and ML/AI teams.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers and staff.

Skills

Systems engineering

Leadership

Linux

Python

C/C++

EW/DSP

Education

Bachelor's in Electrical or Computer Engineering

Tools

Verilog/VHDL

Embedded software

Job description

Southwest Research Institute in San Antonio, Texas, seeks an experienced Systems Engineer to lead the development of complex architectures for DoD and IC programs. You will drive requirements, interface designs, and the integration of hardware and software to meet mission needs, delivering system-level solutions through all lifecycle stages.

The role requires a BS in Electrical or Computer Engineering, 5+ years of systems engineering, Linux expertise, and experience with DSP/EW.