Leonardo DRS · 1 day ago
Technical Director Applications Engineering
Melbourne, FL
Full-time
Hybrid
Director/Executive
10+ years expLeonardo DRS is a leader in C4I Network computing and integrated situational awareness solutions. As the Technical Director of Applications Engineering, you will lead a team of experts to conduct customer demonstrations, architect system solutions, and support business development efforts, while also engaging in international travel to educate customers and meet their needs.
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Responsibilities
Lead technical teams of subject matter experts to conduct demonstrations and technical briefings to domestic and international customers
Architect, design, implement, and optimize tactical edge networks for ground vehicles, command posts, and forward operating bases
Oversee rapid prototype development and demonstration of product and system solutions
Serve as a customer advocate to influence internal strategy, product development, and IRAD investment decisions
Lead, coordinate and provide guidance to the Applications Engineering Team in partnership with domestic and international Business Development Teams
Manage demo hardware, software, and personnel coordination to include training and maintenance/update of demo hardware
Develop and conduct complex demonstrations to customers, along with developing and presenting technical briefings
Translate customer requirements into engineering requirements and communicate them within the organization
Generate product/system architectures while considering multiyear/phase implementations to meet schedule and budgetary constraints
Conduct site/platform surveys for efficient and practical fielding of capabilities
Develop technical white papers, technical proposals, and cost estimations
Participate in US government and international contracting and procurement processes
Qualification
Required
A minimum of 10 years experience in a related technical field with a Master's degree, or equivalent combination of education and experience
Self-driven with a goal to ensure successful capture and execution of business while using an interdependent team approach
Strong relationship and communication focus with both technical and non-technical internal and external customers
Proficient in Battle Management Systems (BMS) including OS/VM configuration, BMS application configuration, vehicle integration, and system architectures
Experienced in architecting, designing, implementation, and optimization of tactical edge networks
Proficient in tactical voice/data radios, vehicle intercoms, and tactical computing solutions including embedded servers and smart displays
Regular use of Linux and Windows operating systems with working knowledge of virtual machines, hardware dependencies, and OS-level security features
Experienced in network architectures such as multi-cast/unicast and transitioning between LOS and BLOS radios
Proficient in developing and conducting technical briefings and complex demonstrations to customers
Proficient in translating customer requirements to internal requirements for product development
Experienced in strategic and technical collaboration with international Business Development teams
Experienced in hardware integration into tactical platforms and understanding power distribution, communication busses, and mounting techniques
Able to travel 50 -75% (domestic and/or international) in support of trade shows and customer engagements
Benefits
Medical, dental, and vision coverage
A company contribution to a health savings account
Telemedicine
Life and disability insurance
Legal insurance
A 401(k) savings plan
Wellness programs that focus on physical, emotional, and financial well-being
Programs and activities to support career-growth, professional development, and skill enhancement
Flexible work schedules with our 9/80 program
Competitive vacation
Health/emergency leave
Paid parental leave
Community service hours
Company
Leonardo DRS
Leonardo DRS is a manufacturer and designs advanced sensing, network computing, force protection, and high-performance defense technology.
5001-10000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
unknown2022-12-02IPO
Leadership Team
David Gross
Co-Founder
Philip Perconti
Chief Technology Officer
Recent News
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