Senior Principal Systems Engineer - Colorado Springs, CO.

Davidson Technologies, Inc.; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 140,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

Davidson Technologies, Inc. in Colorado Springs seeks a Senior Principal Systems Engineer to support the Missile Defense Sensors department.

The role focuses on developing system requirements, architectures, modeling and test of complex DoD radar and sensor systems, with collaboration across multidisciplinary teams. Candidates should have 10+ years in engineering with system integration and test of large-scale DoD systems, plus MATLAB and DOORS experience, and prior leadership of SI/T teams.

Qualifications

• BS or MS in Engineering, Science, Math or related discipline.
• 10+ years in engineering with system integration and/or test of complex DoD systems.
• Expert knowledge in radars/sensors, system integration and test.
• Experience with MATLAB and DOORS; leadership in complex SI/Test leads.

Responsibilities

• Develop preliminary and detailed requirements for new and existing system functionality.
• Develop subsystem and component level requirements.
• Create test cases including parameterization of design space and corner cases.
• Participate in Systems Configuration Control Board (CCB) meetings.
• Investigate requirements issues.
• Develop subsystem and component models in Cameo for requirements.
• Develop scenarios and test inputs for requirements.
• Present requirements artifacts at reviews and close issues per the SEMP process.

Skills

Systems Engineering

System Integration

Test & Evaluation

MATLAB

Python

C/C++

Leadership

Technical Presentations

Stakeholder Communication

Agile

Education

BS or MS in Engineering/Science/Math

Advanced Degree in STEM

Tools

DOORS

Cameo

MATLAB

JIRA

Confluence

Job description

Davidson is distinguished in the aerospace and missile defense industry, in part, because of its excellence in hiring exceptional experts, engineers and software developers dedicated to delivering advanced, intelligent technology solutions in defense of our nation.

Davidson is seeking a Senior Principal Systems Engineer in Colorado Springs, CO.

The qualified candidate will support the Missile Defense Sensors (MDS) department. The MDS department delivers cutting-edge expertise in concept development, architectural design, requirements generation and flow-down, modeling and simulation, systems analysis, integration, test, and evaluation of world-class Missile Defense & Sensor Systems. You will play a critical part in the enhancement and modernization of Ground-Based Radar (GBR) Systems. Your contributions will include developing and analyzing system requirements, designing system architectures, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to deliver advanced radar solutions.

Job Responsibilities:

• Development of preliminary and detailed (modified) requirements for both new and existing system functionality
• Development of subsystem and component level requirements similar to system level
• Test case development for developed requirements including necessary parameterization of design space and corner cases
• Participation in Systems Configuration Control Board (CCB) meetings
• Investigation of requirements issues
• Development of subsystem and component level models in Cameo for requirements
• Development of scenarios and other test case inputs for developed requirements
• Presentation of requirements and associated artifacts (models, scenarios, test cases) at reviews and closure of associated review issues (if applicable per the SEMP process)

Job Requirements:

• BS or MS in Engineering, Science, Math or related discipline
• 10+ years' experience in an engineering role with system integration and/or test of complex, large scale DOD systems
• Deep knowledge of job area/domain expertise (ie Radars/Sensors, Ship Systems, System Integration and Test)
• significant experience with system integration and test process, tools and techniques
• Experience with Systems Engineering Product Development Cycle
• Experience with MATLAB and DOORS
• Demonstrated Successful Leadership as a Complex System Integration and/or Complex System Test Lead
• Experience developing and presenting technical information/presentations to leaders or customers
• Has expert specialty knowledge in Systems Engineering and Integration/Test of complex, large-scale systems; Provides leadership and guidance to teams

Desired Competencies:

• Experience with radar system concepts including detection, discrimination, tracking, and signal processing algorithms, as well as their behaviors and performance.
• Proven experience in system-level requirements development, documentation, maintenance, and/or the design of system-level software architecture.
• Hands-on experience in developing and coding system models, algorithms, test vectors, and evaluation tools to analyze radar requirements and performance.
• Demonstrated ability to develop, document, and maintain processes, methods, and tools to ensure engineering excellence.
• Track record of developing technical solutions to complex engineering challenges.
• Proficiency in programming languages such as python, C/C++, Java, and tools like DOORS.
• Familiarity with the software development process using Agile methodologies and associated tools, such as JIRA and Confluence.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills, with a proven history of delivering innovative technical solutions.
• Proficiency with the MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.).
• Excellent communication skills, including technical writing, oral presentations, and interpersonal skills.
• Previous experience interfacing with customers and leading the development of technical solutions for complex user requirements.
• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a geographically distributed team environment.
• Experience collaborating across disciplines and communicating effectively with all levels of the organization and external stakeholders.
• Advanced Degree in STEM

Clearance Requirements:

• Currently hold active DoD Secret Clearance.