Systems Integration Engineer

DCS Corp; Sterling Heights (MI); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Systems Integration Engineer to work in a lab environment focusing on C5ISR systems for Army ground vehicles. In this hands-on role, you will troubleshoot systems, work with various protocols, and support electrical and mechanical aspects of testing and development. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Engineering, relevant experience, and strong communication and problem-solving skills.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of relevant experience in engineering roles.
• Ability to obtain DoD Secret clearance.
• Familiarity with embedded vehicle computer systems.

Responsibilities

• Identify and verify designs of system integration benches and test racks.
• Troubleshoot system integration benches and develop solutions.
• Collaborate with Army customers and DCS Engineers.

Skills

Communication protocols

Technical analysis

Team collaboration

Customer service mentality

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Computer Engineering

Job description

This role involves working with a Systems Integration Lab (SIL) performing activities related to testing and validation of C5ISR systems for Army ground vehicles. It is a hands-on role primarily conducted within a lab environment.

Essential Job Functions:

1. Identify, engineer, implement, and verify new designs and configurations of system integration benches, test racks, cables, and harnesses to improve usability and maintainability.
2. Ensure system integration benches are fully functional and reflect current configurations to support testing of system software versions for proper functionality and interoperability.
3. Troubleshoot errors or faults in system integration benches and develop solutions.
4. Interface with Army and DoD program offices to understand system interoperability with vehicle platforms.
5. Provide support to system testers to facilitate effective and efficient testing.
6. Support electrical, mechanical, and software aspects of Combat Vehicle system bench planning, design, development, and execution.
7. Collaborate with the Army customer and DCS Engineers in a team environment.
8. Assist in the procurement or construction of materials or components for the lab.
9. Maintain configuration management of the lab, updating drawings as needed.
10. Perform mechanical assembly as required.
11. Coordinate with government personnel for planning and executing system bench activities.
12. Maintain current system bench configurations and assets.
13. Develop familiarity with various C5ISR and combat vehicle subsystems.

Required Skills:

• U.S. Citizenship due to customer-related requirements.
• Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Computer Engineering with at least 8 years of relevant experience.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret clearance.
• Knowledge of communication protocols (CAN bus, Ethernet, Serial, RS-10, RS-232, etc.).
• Interest in technical workings and interfaces within complex systems.
• Customer service mentality and professional demeanor.
• Ability to work on-site and in a team environment.
• Good communication skills.
• Strong sense of duty, responsibility, and initiative.
• Ability to travel (<5%).

Desired Skills:

• Experience with embedded vehicle computer systems and familiarity with Systems and Software Engineering processes.
• Knowledge of DoD C4ISR Systems and military communications equipment for Ground Combat Vehicles.
• Experience with US Army Ground Combat Vehicle System Electronics Hardware and Software, including Simulation and Emulation.
• Aspirations for management roles, with experience in team leadership, contract management, project finances, and recruiting.