Systems Engineer Principal

Ultra Electronics Group; Wake Forest (NC); Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Climate controlled environment

PTO and holidays

401k Plan with Company Match

Tuition Reimbursement

Wellness Program

Company-Paid Benefits

Job summary

Ultra Maritime is seeking a Principal Systems Engineer to guide radar system development from design through integration and test. You will collaborate with RF, Mechanical, Electrical, and Software engineers to assess trade spaces and inform decision making.

The role focuses on delivering robust system-level solutions for Navy-related programs. Ideal candidates have extensive experience in radar or signal processing systems, strong lab and test leadership, and the ability to lead a small team

Qualifications

• Strong systems engineering discipline for complex development.
• Experience with radar or signal processing systems.
• Ability to lead a cross‑functional team through design, integration and test.

Responsibilities

• Lead engineering teams to deliver time-bound, quality solutions.
• Coordinate with RF, Mechanical, Electrical and Software groups on dependencies.
• Provide system-level trade studies and documentation for requirements.

Skills

Radar systems

Signal processing

Systems engineering

Technical leadership

Lab testing

Education

BS in Systems/EE Engineering

Tools

Linux

MATLAB

Mathcad

Job description

Position Summary

Develops plans and leads systems Engineering teams to ensure optimum use of time and resources and provides technical leadership, ensuring that team performance is aligned and contributes to the overall goals of the business unit. Serves as a subject matter expert and influencer to make complex decisions based on advanced analytical expertise to develop innovative solutions and supporting the decision-making process.

Job Description

Applies a breadth and depth of engineering skills to develop engineering solutions to complex problems within time, cost, and quality constraints. Supports the bid and proposal process by leading a portion of the technical proposal effort, including coordinating with other engineering disciplines to identify and manage dependencies to ensure work packages within assigned area will be delivered. Remains current on trends and emerging technologies and tools. May include safety, environmental protection and compliance.

Ultra Maritime is searching for a highly motivated and detail oriented Principal Systems Engineer to support the development of Radar systems. Working closely with RF, Mechanical, Electrical, and Software Engineers, the Principal Systems Engineer will guide the development of the Radar System from initial design, through finalization of the design, and finally through the integration and test events. The Principal Systems Engineer is expected to provide system level trade-space assessments of approaches working with the Project Engineer to determine the benefit trade-offs. At Ultra Maritime, the Principal Systems Engineer will have the opportunity to guide the development and selection of key technologies for the Navy and will have the opportunity to work with complex software algorithms and cutting-edge digital signal processing hardware. The Systems Engineer will have the opportunity to contribute to key strategic approaches for future proposals, IR&D, and additional development activities.

Primary Experience:

• Strong attention to detail and work ethic.


• Knowledge of proper systems engineering discipline and rigor required for disciplined systems development.


• Significant experience with Radar systems or similar signal processing systems.


• Experience and knowledge of algorithms used for navigation, periscope detection, discrimination or other parts of traditional Radar signal processing.


• Laboratory knowledge including setup and use of Linux-based system integration, test, and execution.


• Experience planning, reviewing, and executing integration and test events for combined hardware and software systems.


• Review/provide technical inputs and cost estimation support.


• Ability to document and specify system and subsystem level requirements.


• Experience working with a team to jointly develop a system during all phases of the development lifecycle.


• Review/provide technical input and cost estimation support.


• Provide systems engineering leadership to a small group of systems or mixed discipline engineers.


• Willingness to travel (10%).

Preferred Experience:

• Strong team and individual-based problem solving skills.


• Automated testing of software baselines.


• Knowledge of Navy platforms or common Navy platforms interfaces.


• Knowledge or understanding of X-band system trade-offs.


• Experience working with MIL STDs for all types of test requirements (MIL-STD-454, MIL-STD-901, etc.).


• Matlab, Mathcad, or other Modeling Languages.

Qualifications:

• 12+ years with BS Degree in Systems/EE Engineering or related discipline


• Typically, a Bachelor Degree (or equivalent) in a related field and 12+ years of experience in a range of roles within a relevant complex engineering environment. May be required to maintain security clearance.


• Typically, a Bachelor Degree (or equivalent) in a related field and 12+ years of experience in a range of roles within a relevant complex engineering environment. May be required to maintain security clearance.

What Ultra Maritime Offers You

• Climate controlled, well-lit and clean work environment!


• Work/life balance that includes up to 140 hours PTO for first year 8 Paid Holidays, with 3 floating holidays


• 401k Plan with Company Match


• Educational Assistance Program (Tuition Reimbursement)


• Wellness Program and incentives


• Company HSA contributions


• Insurance Benefits that start 1st of the month following hire


• Eligibility in Company Performance-based bonuses annually


• Additional Employee Discounts and Perks


• Company-Paid Benefits: $75 monthly student loan repayment program


• Basic Life Insurance


• Basic Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance


• Short Term Disability


• Long Term Disability


• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)


• Voluntary Employee-Paid Benefits:


• Medical and Prescription insurance


• Dental insurance


• Vision insurance


• Supplemental Life Insurance Plans


• Supplemental AD&D insurance for Employee and Family


• Accident Plan


• Critical Illness Plan


• Hospital Indemnity Plan


• Pet Insurance


• Identity Theft


• Reasonable accommodation statement: if you need an accommodation for any part of the application process, please email [e-mail]

Equal Opportunity Employer

Ultra Maritime is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing a workplace that is fair, respectful, and inclusive, and we make employment decisions based on qualifications, merit, and business needs. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, marital status, disability, genetic information, protected veteran status, citizenship status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. As a U.S. defense contractor, Ultra Maritime maintains strict standards related to integrity, compliance, and security. We operate a drug-free workplace and, where permitted by law, may conduct pre-employment background checks and substance-abuse screening based on role requirements.

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