Senior Systems Engineer - GNC

Elbit Systems of America; Merrimack (NH); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

9/80 schedule

401(k) plan

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Life insurance

Paid PTO

Parental leave

Employee referrals

Voluntary benefits

Job summary

Elbit America is seeking a Senior Systems Engineer to perform requirements analysis, system design, integration, verification, and cost/risk management for defense systems. You will guide MBSE-driven development and collaborate with cross-functional teams to meet technical, cost, and schedule goals.

The role involves leading system development activities, supporting proposals, and mentoring junior engineers, with travel to customer sites and affiliates as required.

Qualifications

• Hold an accredited Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Electro-optical engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Software Engineering.
• 5+ years of engineering experience.
• MBSE concepts and system architecture development experience is required.
• DoD clearance at Secret level is required; GNC background preferred.

Responsibilities

• Review, develop, and document system level requirements, CONOPS, and mission statements.
• Produce and/or review technical documents, specifications and standards.
• Perform requirements management, analysis, and allocations on complex systems design.
• Effectively document and communicate designs, results, reports, and presentations.
• Work with Technical functions to develop and document product architectures that meet goals.
• Lead system development utilizing MBSE best practices and define/execute trade studies.
• Lead customer interactions to understand Voice of the Customer and product requirements.
• Support proposal development activities, including cost estimating and presentation activities.
• Drive system integration efforts including hands-on evaluation of prototypes.
• Plan and support verification and validation activities for complex designs.

Skills

Communication skills

Analytical thinking

Independent worker

Multitasking

Travel readiness

Education

Electrical Engineering degree

Electro-optical/Mechanical/Software degree

Tools

CAMEO MBSE

Job description

Company Information

Elbit America is a leading provider of high-performance products, system solutions, and support services focusing on the defense, homeland security, commercial aviation, and medical instrumentation markets. With facilities throughout the United States, Elbit Systems of America is dedicated to supporting those who contribute daily to the safety and security of the United States. Elbit Systems of America, LLC is wholly owned by Elbit Systems Ltd. (NASDAQ: ESLT and TASE: ESLT), a global high-technology company engaged in a wide range of programs for innovative defense and commercial applications. For additional information, visit: ElbitAmerica.com or follow us on YouTube.

Job Summary

The Senior Systems Engineer performs requirements analysis and management, technical planning, systems level design, systems integration, verification and validation, cost and risk management, and supportability and effectiveness analyses for products in the defense systems portfolio. Analyses are performed during all phases of the product development process to include concept, design, prototyping, test, installation, operation, and maintenance. The Systems Engineer will provide guidance in the development of new defense systems and components functioning as part a System / Integrated Product Team.

Responsibilities and Tasks (listed in bullet format) in order of priority to be successful

• Review, develop, and document system level requirements, CONOPS, and mission statements.
• Produce and/or review technical documents, specifications and standards.
• Perform requirements management, analysis, and allocations on complex systems design.
• Effectively document and communicate designs, results, reports, and presentations.
• Work with all Technical functions to develop and document product architectures that meet technical, cost and schedule goals.
• Perform System Development utilizing Model Based System Engineering best practices.
• Define and execute trade studies that result in selection of the most optimal approach to complex design and architecture issues
• Research, conceptualize, and evaluate complex system architectures and product designs, recommend design modifications to improve product performance, cost, reliability, and development schedule (can be activity lead or in supporting role).
• Develops and maintains collaborative relationships with other Elbit America Business Units.
• Lead customer interactions with regard to influencing and understanding Voice of the Customer and product requirements.
• Support proposal development activities, including proposal text development, cost estimating, and presentation activities.
• Drive system integration efforts including hands-on evaluation of prototypes
• Plan and support verification and validation activities for complex system designs to ensure conformance with functional specifications and customer requirements
• Prepare and/or deliver technical presentations to customers, ESA management, or development team.
• Provide regular and clear communication to customers, Elbit America affiliates, government officials, and other contractors as required.
• Performs workforce planning and resource allocation in coordination with Engineering Functional Leadership and Engineering Business Unit Leads.
• Ensures lessons learned are identified and incorporated into the standards process.
• Recommend tools to improve systems engineering design processes and procedures
• Mentor entry level engineers
• Assumes the role of System / Integrated Product Team Lead for projects. Utilize the Agile product development approach.
• Other related duties assigned by supervisor.

Education, Experience/Knowledge & License/Certification

• Hold an accredited Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Electro-optical engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Software Engineering
• Ability to demonstrate/show principal responsibilities mentioned above (5+ years of engineering experience).
• Fully understands internal systems engineering procedures.
• Knowledge and experience in the development of Concept(s) of Operation, requirements development and management, develop system architectures utilizing Model Based System Engineering concepts, conceptualization and analysis of complex systems architecture design, system/subsystem integration/test planning and execution, and qualification testing.
• Experience in Model-Based Systems Engineering tools (CAMEO) is an advantage.
• Former military experience in aerospace/avionics/naval/ground systems is an advantage.
• Computer skills, understanding of basic electrical, mechanical, optical, or software engineering principles.
• Specific defense or public safety industry experience, including experience with command and control software systems, mission computers and displays, complex camera and radar surveillance systems, communications and networking equipment, power equipment, and/or supporting information technology, would be beneficial to the applicant.
• Must be able to complete a DoD clearance at Secret level.
• Strong preference for Guidance, Navigation, and Controls (GNC) background

Skills And Abilities

• Models Elbit America’s core values: People – Elbit America is an employee destination, Performance – Achieve industry-leading business performance, Growth – Drive responsible growth that enables us to reinvent for the future.
• Requires excellent written and oral communication skills, the ability to understand and follow complex, detailed instructions, and the ability to work both independently and in a team environment.
• Must be able to approach technical problems in a logical and scientific manner.
• Must be flexible and able to handle multiple priorities, and be able to work for short to moderate periods of time without direct supervision.
• The ability to build robust relationships and work well with people at all levels of the organization, including program management and engineering functional management, is absolutely critical.
• Travels to customer and affiliate sites located throughout the US in support of all of the above.
• International travel may also be required on a program-by-program basis.
• Work independently and with internal/external organizations

Travel/Physical Requirements

• Able to travel domestically and internationally up to 10-15% to support projects.
• The work is in person, in office - at least 3 or 4 days in office every week.

Here Are Some Of The Great Benefits We Offer

• Most locations offer a 9/80 schedule, providing every other Friday off
• Competitive compensation & 401(k) program to plan for your future
• Robust medical, dental, vision, & disability coverage with qualified wellness discounts
• Basic Life Insurance and Additional Life & AD&D Insurances are available
• Flexible Vacation & PTO
• Paid Parental Leave
• Generous Employee Referral Program
• Voluntary Benefits Available: Longer Term Care, Legal, Identity Theft, Pet Insurance, and more
• Voluntary Tricare Supplement available for military retirees

This job description does not list all the duties of the job. You may be asked by your supervisors or managers to perform other duties. The employer has the right to revise this job description at any time. The job description is not an employment contract. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position. Elbit America is an equal opportunity employer as to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

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