Senior Systems Engineer

Kratos Defense and Security Solutions; Bloomington (IN); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Kratos Defense and Security Solutions seeks an experienced Systems Engineer to provide full lifecycle systems engineering leadership for radar and hypersonic programs in aerospace and defense. You will develop requirements, architectures, and MBSE artifacts, interfacing with customers and internal teams.

The role requires 11–20 years in the field, DoD clearance (or the ability to obtain), and experience with MBSE/Cameo, trades studies, and system verification across SRR/PDR/CDR/TRR phases.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Aerospace, Electrical, Mechanical Engineering or related engineering discipline from an accredited engineering university.
• 11-20 years of relevant industry experience.
• U.S. DoD Secret Clearance or higher (or ability to obtain).
• Experience in radar systems and/or hypersonics; UAS experience a plus.
• Experience with MBSE and Cameo is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Develop system requirements, designs, and verification documentation.
• Analyze customer requirements and allocate to system/subsystem elements.
• Develop system architectures and perform trade studies.
• Create interface definitions, system schematics, and system description documents.
• Develop and execute system verification and MBSE processes.
• Lead or support SRR, PDR, CDR, TRR reviews.
• Prepare proposals and presentations; perform peer reviews.
• Develop and review test plans and reports; support HWIL testing.

Job description

Job Description

5-D Systems, a KRATOS Company, is seeking a highly motivated candidate who will provide full lifecycle systems engineering technical contribution and leadership in support of radar and hypersonic technology programs in aerospace and defense. This position is full-time and requires the ability to successfully work in a team environment. The successful candidate will understand and have experience applying the full systems engineering lifecycle, and must be able to develop requirements, create system design documentation, generate, utilize and maintain Cameo models. This position will interface with internal and external project team members, company leadership, and customers.

Duties include, but are not limited to:

• Analyzing customer/stakeholder requirements, decomposing requirements, deriving requirements, and allocating requirements to system and subsystem elements
• Developing system architectures for new and existing systems
• Conducting trade studies and performing design research of engineering concepts and explorations to determine optimal requirements and system architecture
• Developing system/subsystem design documentation such as interface definitions, system schematics, and system description documents
• Developing and executing system verification
• Developing MBSE processes, procedures, templates, and best practices
• Developing, reviewing, and presenting Cameo models to internal and external stakeholders
• Leading or supporting system engineering technical reviews (SRR, PDR, CDR, TRR)
• Assisting in preparation of proposals and presentation materials
• Performing peer reviews of fellow team members’ work
• Developing and reviewing test plans and reports
• Supporting the planning and execution of various kinds of testing including hardware-in-the-loop (HWIL), subsystem and system testing

Traveling to customer locations as needed (<25% anticipated)

Experience And Skills

The successful candidate has:

• Experience developing system requirements, system designs, and verification documentation
• Experience working within the Defense and/or Aerospace industry is a must
• Experience in radar systems and/or hypersonics is desired; experience in unmanned aircraft systems is a plus
• Experience with MBSE and Cameo is highly desired
• Sharp analytical abilities, excellent communication skills, and can work effectively in a dynamic environment
• Demonstrated technical leadership capabilities
• Sense of ownership, urgency, and drive to accomplish results

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Aerospace, Electrical, Mechanical Engineering or related engineering discipline from an accredited engineering university
• 11-20 years of relevant industry experience
• A U.S. DoD Secret Clearance or higher (or the ability to obtain such a clearance if needed)

Job Benefits:

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance Coverage
• Life/ADD & Short/Long Term Disability Insurance
• 401(k) Savings Plan
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
• Paid Time-Off (PTO)
• Holidays
• Education Reimbursement

Kratos Defense is an Equal Opportunity Aff­firmative Action Employer. EOE, Minorities, Females, Vet, Disabled, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity or any other protected class. All qualified job seekers are encouraged to apply. Kratos Defense is committed to America's veterans by providing opportunities for them to continue contributing after service to our nation. We also work to provide reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities.

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