SDA PWSA Enterprise Systems Engineer/Architect - Pittsburgh, United States - GENERAL DYNAMICS MISSION SYSTEMS

Description

Basic Qualifications Requires a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, or a related Science, Engineering or Mathematics field. Also requires 15+ years of job-related experience, or a Master's degree plus 13 years of job-related experience.


CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS:
Department of Defense Secret security clearance is preferred at time of hire. Candidates must be able to obtain a Secret clearance within a reasonable amount of time from date of hire. Applicants selected will be subject to a U.S. Government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. Due to the nature of work performed within our facilities, U.S. citizenship is required.

Responsibilities for this Position Ready to be a leader with the company that is committed to pushing the limits of truly advanced technologies? At General Dynamics Mission Systems, we create the products and services that help our service members, intelligence analysts and first responders keep our nation safe.

The work we do is so advanced, it's often classified. If you want to put your talent in the spotlight, it's waiting for you right now, right here.

We apply advanced technologies such as Artificial Intelligence, Blockchain, AR/VR, Cloud Native and Quantum Physics to solve our customers' missions in cyber, RF, undersea, interstellar and everything in between.

As the Senior Deputy Member of our technical staff, you'll apply advanced principles of engineering and management to solve complex problems in the development of technology.

As a leader, you'll oversee and manage design and development processes as they relate to the engineering of products utilizing principles and technology of physics, mathematics, engineering, and related physical sciences.

It's engineering that sets the standard for the world.

Are you ready? Learn more about the SDA Program - Featured Job Opportunities - SDA ) What you'll experience:

Technologies that aren't just top-notch, they're often top-secret
A team of bold thinkers committed to exploring what's next
Opportunities to gain new knowledge - as it's discovered

What you bring to the table:
A Bachelor's degree in engineering or a related technical field and is required plus a minimum of 15 years of relevant experience; or Master's degree in engineering or a related technical field plus a minimum of 13 years of relevant experience
Exceptional leadership and communication skills
Recognized as an expert in your field
Ability to ability to anticipate technology, process, and skill needs


What sets you apart:
Easily and effectively communicate technical topics to a diverse audience
Ability to create an environment where the impact of technology on the business is clearly recognized
Exceptional aptitude for applying or developing highly advanced technologies, principles, theories and concepts


KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
Consistent high performer delivering outstanding results
A succession candidate
Extensive ability to oversee multiple functions
Strategic / long term thinker in order to position GDMS for success in a changing environment
Extensive ability to understand tactical components of the organization while assessing the strategic longer terms needs of the company
Innovative thinker who embraces change as opportunity
Works beyond the bounds of their own organization to collaborate and influence others
Erroneous decisions will result in significant non-compliance, risk to employees and /or the environments within which GDMS operates
The reputation of GDMS can be impacted
Requires the ability to change the thinking of, or gain acceptance from, others in sensitive situations, without damage to the relationship
Extensive communication skills for interaction with executive leadership on items of significant importance (remediation, risk mgt., regulatory compliance, etc.)
Extensive ability to present in clear and certain terms
Subject matter expert in multiple fields
Involved in developing, modifying and executing company policies that affect immediate operations and may also have company-wide effect


PREFERRED EXPERIENCE:
Satellite communications knowledge
Ground to Satellite communication knowledge
Ground operations experience
Performs requirements analysis, requirements definition, requirements management, functional analysis, performance analysis, system design, detail trade studies, systems integration and test (verification), validation and interface definition studies of subsystem or system elements under supervision of the lead systems engineer
Performs technical planning, cost and risk analyses, and supportability and effectiveness analyses for subsystems and system elements
Performs customer requirements analysis, develops system requirements and defines allocations to lower levels (elements and components)
Performs detailed technical analyses for a subsystem or system elements
Develops and evaluates systems, networks and information systems to ensure designs meet applicable governmental security specifications
May provide system accreditation/certification evaluation and test support to ensure all technical security features (e.g., identification, authentication, access control, labeling, and auditing) of the system are considered and function properly
May develop system security documentation on both new and fielded information systems
Participates in Modeling and Simulation
Researches and analyzes data, such as vendor products, COTS components, GFE/CFE, specifications, and manuals to determine feasibility of design or application
Supports the generation of technical engineering products by using the appropriate standards, processes, procedures, and tools throughout the system development life cycle
May provide leadership and/or direction to lower level employees
Independently determines proposed approach to solutions
Contributes to the completion of major programs and projects
Plans and executes project tasks for activities described above
Creative, innovative responsibilities requiring advanced decision-making skills
Defines processes for technical platforms, system specifications, input/output and working parameters for hardware and/or software compatibility
Demonstrates good judgment in selecting methods and techniques for obtaining solutions
Designs a complete and complex framework, system or product
Identifies, analyzes and resolves system design weaknesses
Regular contact with senior levels of internal working groups
Contact with Deputy Program Managers Engineering (DPME) and other professionals within the Engineering department and with project teams across the company
Coordinating external interfaces and ICDs
Multi-level security domain expertise (and cross-domain)
Quickly (with a more agile light-weight approach) decomposing requirements to a level that can avoid requirements bloat (and communicate/track impacts)
People that may have a working relationship with related people from Iridium, SDA, Northrup, York, and Lockheed
System-level networking person that can face off with the GFE WAN provider and coordinate detailed network design
Someone that can understand what is in scope and what is out of scope and manage that complexity
People with agile program experience


Workplace Options:
This position is Remote, On-Site or Hybrid/Flex.

While on-site, you will be a part of either the Pittsburgh or Scottsdale locations supporting Space and Intelligence Systems (SIS).

#LI-Hybrid#SDAGround #SDAGroundINTarget salary range:

USD $219,781.20/Yr. - USD $243,819.80/Yr. This estimate represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors (geographic location, etc.). Actual pay may vary. This job posting will remain open until the position is filled.

Company Overview At General Dynamics Mission Systems, we rise to the challenge each day to ensure the safety of those that lead, serve, and protect the world we live in.

We do this by making the world's most advanced defense platforms even smarter.

Our engineers redefine what's possible and our manufacturing team brings it to life, building the brains behind the brawn on submarines, ships, combat vehicles, aircraft, satellites, and other advanced systems.

We pride ourselves in being a great place to work with this shared sense of purpose, committed to a diverse and exciting employee experience that drives innovation and creates a community where all feel welcome and a part of something amazing.

We offer highly competitive benefits and a flexible work environment where contributions are recognized and rewarded.

To see more about our benefits, visit General Dynamics is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer that is committed to hiring a diverse and talented workforce.

EOE/Disability/Veteran