Principal Engineer

Overview

This position description is subject to change at any time as needed to meet the requirements of the program or company. Working across the globe, V2X builds smart solutions designed to integrate physical and digital infrastructure from base to battlefield. We bring 120 years of successful mission support to improve security, streamline logistics, and enhance readiness. Aligned around a shared purpose, our $3.9B company and 16,000 people work alongside our clients, here and abroad, to tackle their most complex challenges with integrity, respect, responsibility, and professionalism. In support of NSCWDD’s B (Electromagnetic and Sensor Systems) Department, Codes B40 and B60, provide sensor systems expertise across the entire acquisition lifecycle from concept exploration through sustainment of US Navy (USN) and US Marine Corps (USMC) radar systems. Systems supported across B40 and B60 include Dual Band Radar (DBR), Ground Air Task Oriented Radar (G/ATOR), AN/SPY-1, AN/SPY-6, Enhanced Radar Data Display System (ERDDS), Enhanced Coherent Data Collection System (ECDCS0, Littoral Combat Ship (LCS), and other sensor systems.
Responsibilities

Major Job Activities: 

• Support the development and execution of systems engineering plans from requirements identification through design verification. Plan and execute engineering strategies in accordance with approved project acquisition strategies and plans:
• Perform requested aspects of technical analysis and systems engineering support to facilitate aspects of architecture design, interoperability, specification analysis and development, solutions implementation and systems sustainment of supported projects;
• Develop test and evaluation documentation, including laboratory testing plans, new technology evaluation documents, usability engineering documents and laboratory testing of SW/MW test articles developed by the product design agent;
• Research and develop systems / subsystem specification documents, including compliance, completeness and consistency of component and interface requirements with current and evolving system requirements, information architectures, and systems.
• Support signal processing activities, to include waveform, clutter management and electronic protection development; designing electronic compatibility into systems; and supporting data collection and analysis to determine effectiveness of signal processing systems.

Working Environment: 

Duties may be conducted in government or contractor office or laboratory environments, as well as field work in direct support of USN / USMC organizations. This may include working onboard U.S. and/or foreign naval ships or vessels, on piers, in dry docks, or other field / non-office environments, as required.

 

Physical Activities: 

Travel to USN piers, ships and dry docks as required, as well as between local contractor and Government locations.

Qualifications

Education / Certifications: 

Must meet one or more of the following:

• A Bachelor’s degree from a school of engineering with at least one curriculum accredited by the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET) as a professional engineering curriculum in one of the following fields: Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or Electronics Engineering.
• A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in one of the following fields of study: Mathematics, Computer Science, or Physics.
• A Master’s degree from an accredited college or university in one of the following fields of study: Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Mathematics, Computer Science, or Physics.
• A Ph.D degree from an accredited college or university in one of the following fields of study: Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Mathematics, Computer Science, or Physics.

Experience / Skills: 

General Sensor Engineering Experience:

General Experience is defined as experience since award of degree:

• Minimum twenty (20) years with a Bachelor’s degree
• Minimum fifteen (15) years with a Master’s degree
• Minimum ten (10) years with a Ph.D degree

Specialized Experience:

• Minimum of eight years of experience in complex radar system engineering, design, analysis, or sensor software development.
• Minimum of two years of managerial/supervisory experience sufficient to ensure positive direction / oversight of subordinates.
• Solid technical background as demonstrated by certifiable experience formulating opinions, decisions and ultimate performance of the tasks specified in a contract statement of work.
• Demonstrated experience and ability to perform detailed and complex calculations and knowledge of practices / principles necessary to assess advanced radar systems concepts, assess specifications and perform system integration.

Additional Information:  

V2X is a leading provider of critical mission solutions and support to defense clients globally, formed by the 2022 merger of Vectrus and Vertex to build on more than 120 combined years of mission support. The Company delivers a comprehensive suite of integrated solutions in the spectrum engineering, 5G design and implementation, operations and logistics, aerospace, training and technology markets to national security, defense, civilian and international clients. Our global team of approximately 15,000 employees brings innovation to every point in the mission lifecycle, from preparation, to operations, to sustainment, as it tackles the most complex challenges with agility, grit, and dedication.

 

Benefits 

Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), Life, AD&D, Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability, and other ancillary plans.

(Benefits may vary based on position and location.)

 

Time Off

Paid Time Off (PTO), Holidays, Bereavement, and Jury Duty

 

We are committed to an inclusive and diverse workplace that values and supports the contributions of each individual. This commitment along with our common Vision and Values of Integrity, Respect, and Responsibility, allows us to leverage differences, encourage innovation and expand our success in the global marketplace. Vectrus is an Equal Opportunity /Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, protected veteran status or status as an individual with a disability. EOE/Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran.

Education / Certifications: 

Must meet one or more of the following:

• A Bachelor’s degree from a school of engineering with at least one curriculum accredited by the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET) as a professional engineering curriculum in one of the following fields: Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or Electronics Engineering.
• A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in one of the following fields of study: Mathematics, Computer Science, or Physics.
• A Master’s degree from an accredited college or university in one of the following fields of study: Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Mathematics, Computer Science, or Physics.
• A Ph.D degree from an accredited college or university in one of the following fields of study: Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Mathematics, Computer Science, or Physics.

Experience / Skills: 

General Sensor Engineering Experience:

General Experience is defined as experience since award of degree:

• Minimum twenty (20) years with a Bachelor’s degree
• Minimum fifteen (15) years with a Master’s degree
• Minimum ten (10) years with a Ph.D degree

Specialized Experience:

• Minimum of eight years of experience in complex radar system engineering, design, analysis, or sensor software development.
• Minimum of two years of managerial/supervisory experience sufficient to ensure positive direction / oversight of subordinates.
• Solid technical background as demonstrated by certifiable experience formulating opinions, decisions and ultimate performance of the tasks specified in a contract statement of work.
• Demonstrated experience and ability to perform detailed and complex calculations and knowledge of practices / principles necessary to assess advanced radar systems concepts, assess specifications and perform system integration.

Additional Information:  

V2X is a leading provider of critical mission solutions and support to defense clients globally, formed by the 2022 merger of Vectrus and Vertex to build on more than 120 combined years of mission support. The Company delivers a comprehensive suite of integrated solutions in the spectrum engineering, 5G design and implementation, operations and logistics, aerospace, training and technology markets to national security, defense, civilian and international clients. Our global team of approximately 15,000 employees brings innovation to every point in the mission lifecycle, from preparation, to operations, to sustainment, as it tackles the most complex challenges with agility, grit, and dedication.

 

Benefits 

Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), Life, AD&D, Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability, and other ancillary plans.

(Benefits may vary based on position and location.)

 

Time Off

Paid Time Off (PTO), Holidays, Bereavement, and Jury Duty

 

We are committed to an inclusive and diverse workplace that values and supports the contributions of each individual. This commitment along with our common Vision and Values of Integrity, Respect, and Responsibility, allows us to leverage differences, encourage innovation and expand our success in the global marketplace. Vectrus is an Equal Opportunity /Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, protected veteran status or status as an individual with a disability. EOE/Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran.

Major Job Activities: 

• Support the development and execution of systems engineering plans from requirements identification through design verification. Plan and execute engineering strategies in accordance with approved project acquisition strategies and plans:
• Perform requested aspects of technical analysis and systems engineering support to facilitate aspects of architecture design, interoperability, specification analysis and development, solutions implementation and systems sustainment of supported projects;
• Develop test and evaluation documentation, including laboratory testing plans, new technology evaluation documents, usability engineering documents and laboratory testing of SW/MW test articles developed by the product design agent;
• Research and develop systems / subsystem specification documents, including compliance, completeness and consistency of component and interface requirements with current and evolving system requirements, information architectures, and systems.
• Support signal processing activities, to include waveform, clutter management and electronic protection development; designing electronic compatibility into systems; and supporting data collection and analysis to determine effectiveness of signal processing systems.

Working Environment: 

Duties may be conducted in government or contractor office or laboratory environments, as well as field work in direct support of USN / USMC organizations. This may include working onboard U.S. and/or foreign naval ships or vessels, on piers, in dry docks, or other field / non-office environments, as required.

 

Physical Activities: 

Travel to USN piers, ships and dry docks as required, as well as between local contractor and Government locations.

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