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General Dynamics Mission Systems · 3 months ago

Signals Intelligence (SIGINT) Systems Architect

San Jose, CA

Full-time

Hybrid

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$175K/yr - $194K/yr

10+ years exp

General Dynamics Mission Systems (GDMS) engineers a diverse portfolio of high technology solutions, products, and services that enable customers to successfully execute missions across all domains of operation. They are seeking a SIGINT System Architect who will define architectures for new RF systems and lead their development and delivery to GDMS customers, ensuring that products meet requirements and support customer needs.

AerospaceBusiness Information SystemsInformation ServicesInformation TechnologyNational SecuritySensor

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Defines system architectures within international and domestic Signals Intelligence (SIGINT) marketplace, with emphasis on Satellite Communications (SATCOM), Communications Intelligence (COMINT), Direction Finding (DF) Systems

Leads selection of RF components within defined architectures

Authors or leads the development of the following:

Concept of Operations (CONOPs)

System Architectures

System Requirements

System Development Plans

System Integration and Test Plans

System Validation Plans

Leads 3 to 5 yearlong cradle-to-grave Systems Engineering efforts to ensure the product both meets the requirements and supports our customer’s needs

Decomposes detailed system-level requirements based on non-technical mission objectives

Supports decomposition of architectures and objectives into system requirements and further decomposition within specific engineering domains

Conduct trade studies into technologies supporting SIGINT solutions

Establishes and maintains frequent Intelligence Community (IC) and Dept of Defense (DoD) customer contacts in the international and domestic SIGINT, COMINT/DF, and EW marketplace

Collaborates with customers to develop system Concept of Operations (CONOPS), architectures, and requirements for SIGINT, COMINT/DF, and EW systems

Develops and presents briefing packages of GDMS SIGINT capabilities and system offerings to international and domestic customers

Works closely with business area technical and management team to align business area strategy, capabilities, investments, and offerings with SIGINT, COMINT/DF and EW markets

Authors white-papers detailing technical specifics of products in support of obtaining export licenses for business pursuits in the international marketplace

Qualification

RF signal processing designSATCOM signal analysisSIGINT systems architectureTechnical leadershipCross-functional collaborationAgile experienceProblem-solving skillsCommunication skillsPresentation skillsOrganizational skills

Required

Bachelor's degree in Systems Engineering, or a related Science, Engineering or Mathematics field

10+ years of job-related experience, or a Master's degree plus 8 years of job-related experience

Department of Defense TS/SCI security clearance is preferred at time of hire

Candidates must be able to obtain a TS/SCI clearance within a reasonable amount of time from date of hire

U.S. citizenship is required

Extensive experience in RF signal processing system design

Analyzing and characterizing SATCOM signals

Collection and analysis of communication signals in L, C, and K spectrums

Ability to lead interdisciplinary teams

Detailed understanding of the SIGINT, COMINT/DF and EW marketplace including major customers and industry competitors

Work effectively in a cross functional team as well as a diverse customer base

Develop testing criteria and execute validation of designs

Experience working in a fast-paced development environment focused on fielding complex signal processing solutions

Demonstrated problem-solving, verbal and written communication, presentation and organizational skills

Proven technical leadership skills ability to generate and deliver creative problem solutions

Strong ability to manage tasks and projects independently with urgency

Excellent written and oral communication skills

Ability to travel worldwide, up to 20%

Preferred

Agile experience preferred

Master of Science in Electrical Engineering (MSEE) with 8+ years' experience or Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering (BSEE) with 10+ years' experience

Creative thinker with demonstrated success leading the systems development life cycle

Collaborative team player eager to provide technical leadership and position others for success

Exceptional communication, presentation, and influence management skills, with notable record of securing buy-in on concepts and ideas

Experienced in the art of negotiation with ability to meet challenging customer requirements with win-win solutions

Commitment to ongoing professional development for yourself and others

Benefits

Sign-on bonus and relocation available.

Flexible schedules with every other Friday off work, if desired (9/80 schedule)

Competitive benefits, including 401k matching, flex time off, paid parental leave, healthcare benefits, health & wellness programs, employee resource and social groups, and more

Company

General Dynamics Mission Systems

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General Dynamics Mission Systems designs and delivers critical systems and products for defense and cybersecurity customers. It is a sub-organization of General Dynamics.

Founded in 1952

Fairfax, Virginia, USA

10001+ employees