Staff Systems Engineer - Electronic Systems (REF1999X)

Company Description

Elbit Systems of 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: www.elbitsystems-us.com or follow us on Twitter.

Job Description

The Staff 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 Electronic Systems portfolio. Analyses are performed during all phases of the product development process to include: concept, design, fabrication, test, installation, operation, and maintenance. The Staff Systems Engineer will provide guidance in the development of new Electronic Systems and components functioning as a Lead and Subject Matter Expert in this area.

The successful candidate should have experience in the implementation, integration and qualification of emerging technologies. Experience of eye tracking solutions for soldier mounted systems would be an advantage. A track record of working with new vendors or new technologies and implementing them on product designs is required.
 

This position is hybrid and will be based in Merrimack, NH.

 

Responsibilities

• Lead customer interactions with regard to influencing and understanding Voice of the Customer and product requirements
• Define and execute trade studies that result in selection of the most optimal approach to complex design and architecture issues. Engage with suppliers to evaluate candidate solutions.
• Models Elbit America’s core values, providing mentorship and technical leadership to the Engineering team.
• Provides guidance on MBSE best practices.
• Performs workforce planning and resource allocation in coordination with Engineering Functional Leadership and Engineering Business Unit Leads and Human Resources.
• Develops and maintains collaborative relationships with other ESL and Elbit America Business Units.
• Fully understands systems engineering process.
• Ensures lessons learned are identified and incorporated into the standards process.
• Support proposal development activities, including proposal text development, cost estimating, and presentation activities
• Review, develop, and document system level requirements, CONOPS, and mission statements.
• Work with all Technical functions to develop and document product architectures that meet technical, cost and schedule goals.
• Perform requirements management, analysis, and allocations on complex systems design.
• Ability to effectively document and communicate designs, results, reports, and presentations
• Produce and/or review technical documents, specifications and standards
• 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)
• Lead 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, ElbitAmerica management, or development team
• Provide regular and clear communication to customers, ElbitAmerica affiliates, government officials, and other contractors as required
• Work independently and with internal/external organizations
• Recommend tools to improve systems engineering design processes and procedures
• Fully understand internal systems engineering procedures, mentor entry level engineers
• Familiarity with Agile product development approach

Other related duties assigned by supervisor.
 

Qualifications

• Required Qualifications:

• Hold an accredited Bachelor’s degree in Aeronautical, Computer Science, Electrical, Electronic, Mechanical, Electro-optical, Software or Systems Engineering, Applied Physics or other related engineering degrees
• 14+ years of systems engineering experience with BS or 12+ years with Master’s Degree
• Must be a highly effective communicator, both verbally and in writing
• Must be highly self-motivated and able to work in both team and individual environments

• Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with AR/VR systems 
• 5+ years’ experience working with passive depth sensing solutions 
• Experience working with wearable soldier systems and low SWaP solutions

Additional Information

Here Are Some of the Great Benefits We Offer:

• Most locations offer a 9/80 schedule providing every other Friday off
• Competitive compensation & 401k 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, Identify Theft, Pet Insurance, and many more options
• Voluntary Tricare Supplement available for military retirees

 

It has been and will continue to be the policy of Elbit Systems of America to recruit, hire, train, and promote into all job levels based solely upon job-related qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, creed, age, sex, national origin, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, disability, marital status, veteran or military status, genetics or citizenship status. 

EEO STATEMENT:

Elbit Systems of America is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities/Females/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity.  Your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

ACCESSIBILITY:

Elbit Systems of America is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with physical and mental disabilities.  If you need special assistance or an accommodation while seeking employment, please email recruitingfw@elbitsystems-us.com.

 

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