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L3Harris Technologies · 1 day ago

Lead, Systems Engineering (Unmanned Vehicles)

Ashburn, VA

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

7+ years exp

L3Harris Technologies is the Trusted Disruptor in the defense industry, dedicated to providing end-to-end technology solutions for national security. The Lead Systems Engineer will develop next-generation technologies for unmanned air systems, defining requirements, managing system integration, and leading a team to ensure successful project execution.

CommercialInformation TechnologyNational Security

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Lead the execution of rapid cycles in requirements development; design, build, integration, and test; and verification & validation in a design-to-cost and design-for-manufacturability environment, including lab, chamber, ground, and flight test

Responsible for requirements definition, flow-down, and traceability for complex electronic systems

Responsible for system design synthesis of complex electronic systems across multi-disciplined (i.e., EE, SwE, ME, SE, CM, QA, PM) engineering teams

Responsible for adoption of and adaptation of model-based systems engineering (MBSE) practices and processes to enhance product development speed and quality

Responsible for system integration and test efforts

Guiding, coaching, and mentoring cross-functional team members

Lead, develop, track, and present technical performance metrics

Analyze data from design verification test efforts

Develop and run simulations and other analysis tools to predict system performance in various environments

Lead risk assessments and develop mitigation strategies for complex systems

Author CDRLs

Track artifacts in Agile PLM, Sunflower, Windchill

Perform trade studies on a variety of systems and components

Develop or champion new systems, concepts, or technologies

Responsible for communicating within and outside the organization

Responsible for improving existing Systems Engineering processes

Present results during internal and external program meetings

Participate in proposal activities, both cost and technical

Obtain and maintain any additional clearances as required

Lifting up to 20 lbs

10% travel may be required

Other duties as required

Qualification

Unmanned systems expertiseComplex systems engineeringModel-Based Systems EngineeringSystem integration experienceAerospace systems knowledgeMatlabPythonMicrosoft Office proficiencyCommunication skillsTeam leadership

Required

Bachelor's Degree and minimum 9 years of prior relevant experience. Graduate Degree and a minimum of 7 years of prior related experience. In lieu of a degree, minimum of 13 years of prior related experience

Active DoD Secret security clearance

Unmanned systems subject matter expert

Complex systems engineering experience in which the applicant has been deeply involved in the design and integration of complex hardware/software systems, the definition of multiple interfaces, and been involved in the trades of multiple solution options

Hands-on experience being involved in system integration, engineering testing, and system performance characterization