General Dynamics Mission Systems · 18 hours ago
Space Force MUOS Senior Advanced Systems Engineer
Scottsdale, AZ
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$150K/yr - $166K/yr
8+ years expGeneral Dynamics Mission Systems is a leader in providing high technology solutions for defense and scientific missions. They are seeking a Senior Advanced Systems Engineer for the Space Force MUOS program, responsible for defining, developing, and sustaining enhancements to a live communication system for warfighters.
AerospaceBusiness Information SystemsInformation ServicesInformation TechnologyNational SecuritySensor
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
As a Systems Engineer for the Space Force MUOS program, you’ll work as a member of a cross functional team responsible for defining, developing and sustaining enhancements to a live communication system
Develop and document system architectures, behavioral descriptions and interfaces using system interaction and flow diagramming tools such as Visio, Draw IO and MagicDraw
Define and review system requirements and requirement verification test plans using DOORS or DOORS Next Generation (DOORS NG)
Design, development, integration and test of ground communications and network management systems
Understanding of: Network Management areas such as Planning and Provisioning, Key Management, Fault Management and Security Management; Network Management applications areas including planning and provisioning, messaging and adapters, AAA and PKI; Satellite communication (SATCOM) principles and communication types; Industry standards and safety regulations for electronic equipment; Engineering tools and techniques to optimize system performance
Trade studies, determination of system Impacts and courses of action for system upgrades; Estimation of new or updated features and capabilities; System risk identification and mitigation
Ability to understand and review software (Java, PowerShell, bash)
Qualification
Required
Requires a Bachelor's degree in Systems Engineering, or a related Science, Engineering or Mathematics field
Also requires 8+ years of job-related experience, or a Master's degree plus 6 years of job-related experience
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
Preferred
Agile experience preferred
Experience with 3G/5G communication systems, core networking and model based systems engineering (MBSE)
Experience with Voice over IP (VoIP)
SCIP Secure Voice Technology
HAIPE
Creative thinker motivated to apply technical standards and methodologies to develop solutions
Collaborative team player eager to provide technical leadership and position others for success
Thorough knowledge of technology trends and willingness to champion new ideas and process improvements
Success leading the systems development life cycle with strong proficiency with requirements management and system modeling tools
Strong telephony background and experience
Experience with ground communication systems
Strong understanding of core networking
Strong presentation and communications skills with experience in the art of negotiation and the ability to meet challenging customer requirements with win-win solutions
Commitment to ongoing professional development for yourself and others
Develop and document system architectures, behavioral descriptions and interfaces using system interaction and flow diagramming tools such as Visio, Draw IO and MagicDraw
Define and review system requirements and requirement verification test plans using DOORS or DOORS Next Generation (DOORS NG)
Design, development, integration and test of ground communications and network management systems
Understanding of Network Management areas such as Planning and Provisioning, Key Management, Fault Management and Security Management
Network Management applications areas including planning and provisioning, messaging and adapters, AAA and PKI
Satellite communication (SATCOM) principles and communication types
Industry standards and safety regulations for electronic equipment
Engineering tools and techniques to optimize system performance
Trade studies, determination of system Impacts and courses of action for system upgrades
Estimation of new or updated features and capabilities
System risk identification and mitigation
Ability to understand and review software (Java, PowerShell, bash)
Benefits
401k matching
Flex time off
Paid parental leave
Healthcare benefits
Health & wellness programs
Employee resource and social groups
Company
General Dynamics Mission Systems
General Dynamics Mission Systems designs and delivers critical systems and products for defense and cybersecurity customers. It is a sub-organization of General Dynamics.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Bo Elam
VP and CFO
Scott Butler
Senior Vice President Program Execution
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