Principal Systems Engineer

5 days ago

Plano TX United States SNC Full time

SNC has led thoughtful and disruptive change in the aerospace and defense industry for the past 60 years and now, we're applying this tenacity and expertise to the U.S. Air Force's (USAF) Survivable Airborne Operations Center (SAOC) mission. Join the SNC-led SAOC team and be a part of exciting and meaningful work to modernize and deliver the next-generation SAOC aircraft trusted by the President, Secretary of Defense and Chairs of the Joint Chiefs of Staff to ensure continued critical command, control and communication during national emergencies. If you're passionate about building the airborne command post of the future, consider SNC for your next mission. Learn more about NC3 and SAOC here .

Do you have an eye for detail and a passion for developing innovation solutions? Join our team As a Technical Subcontract Manager (TSM) you will provide oversight and guidance to subcontractors across a large ISR program. The TSM is the primary technical point of contract for each supplier. They are responsible for management of all technical content created under the subcontract and coordination of reviews of supplier generation content across the pertinent programs Integrated Product Team leads to ensure alignment with the Weapon System design. This will require high coordination with Supplier Program Manager, Operations, IPT technical leads, Chief Engineer, technical SMEs, program managers, and customer representatives.

Your duties will also include defining supplier required delivers through all phases of the systems engineering life cycle from program inception and design concepts through major program milestones criteria (SRR/PDR/CDR), and first article and product deliveries. You will oversee subcontractor SDRLs, technical system specifications, product designs, system architecture, Working Groups, Technical Exchange Meetings (TEMs), supplier visits, lab and development approaches, certification documentation, qual and acceptance test approaches and other supplier deliveries. You will be supported by program IPT leads, engineering and program SMEs, and the quality organization.

The ISR (Intelligence, Surveillance & Reconnaissance), Aviation, and Security (IAS) business area is a leader in ISR and aviation, it is a leading prime manned and unmanned aircraft systems integrator for innovative, high-performance ISR and aviation systems. Its end-to-end Command, Control, Computers, Communications and Intelligence, Surveillance & Reconnaissance (C4ISR) capabilities encompass design, integration, test, certification, ground/flight training and complete logistics support. IAS tailors solutions to customer cost, performance, and schedule requirements and designs to consistently exceed expectations - with an unrivaled record of on time and on (or under) budget deliveries.

Responsibilities:

  • Oversee and manage technical aspects of subcontracts
  • Ensure consistency between procurement specifications and the Statement of Work (SOW)
  • Conduct technical reviews of subcontracts
  • Evaluate technical portions of award fees
  • Negotiate contracts and terms with subcontractors, ensuring that all contracts meet SNC's technical requirements
  • Perform in-process technical reviews and assessments
  • Manage product acceptance and ensure compliance with technical requirements
  • Ensure that all subcontracted work is performed to the required standards and specifications, within budget and on schedule
  • Monitor the performance of subcontractors and take corrective actions as necessary
  • Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations and requirements
  • Manage and oversee the subcontractor selection process, including prequalification, bid evaluation, and award of contracts
  • Work with internal stakeholders to identify technical subcontracting needs and requirements
  • Provide regular updates to management on the status of technical subcontracts
  • Act as the primary point of contact for all technical content in the subcontract, covering hardware, software, and systems

Must-haves:

  • Bachelor's degree in engineering or a related field
  • At least 14 years of experience in technical subcontracts management
  • Strong knowledge of technical subcontracting processes and regulations
  • Excellent negotiation, communication, and relationship-building skills
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • Strong organizational and planning skills
  • Proficiency in project management software and tools
  • Willingness to travel as needed to oversee subcontracted work
  • Active Secret Clearance with the ability to obtain and maintain and Top Secret clearance

Preferred:

  • Experience in mission systems, communications, and/or avionics, including electrical, network, power, RF, software, and/or storage disciplines
  • Experience in aircraft interiors, including design, development, integration, and testing of a complete commercial aircraft interior
  • Experience in power generation and distribution, including electrical loads analysis, wiring diagrams, and/or aircraft power system architecture
  • Background in the Aerospace and Defense Industry
  • Strong customer relation skills
  • Experience with government contracting, FAR, and DFARS regulations
  • Knowledge of industry standard design principles, to include, but not limited to parametric design, model-based definition, material hardware selection, manufacturing and production process
  • Exposure to Product Lifecycle Management (PLM), Manufacturing Execution System (MES), and Manufacturing Resource Planning (MRP) systems

SNC offers annual incentive pay based upon performance that is commensurate with the level of the position.

SNC offers a generous benefit package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, 401(k) with 150% match up to 6%, life insurance, 3 weeks paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and more .

IMPORTANT NOTICE:

This position requires current/active Secret U.S. Security Clearance. U.S. Citizenship status is required as this position needs an active U.S. Security Clearance for employment. Non-U.S. Citizens may not be eligible to obtain a security clearance. The Department of Defense Consolidated Adjudications Facility (DoD CAF), a federal government agency, handles the adjudicative aspects of the security clearance eligibility process for industry applicants. Adjudicative factors which affect the outcome of the eligibility determination include, but are not limited to, allegiance to the U.S., foreign influence, foreign preference, criminal conduct, security violations and illegal drug use.

Learn more about the background check process for Security Clearances.

SNC is a global leader in aerospace and national security committed to moving the American Dream forward. We're known and respected for our mission and execution focus, agility, and disruptive and rapid innovation. We provide leading edge technologies and transformative solutions that support our nation's most critical security needs. If you are mission-focused, thrive in collaborative environments, and want to make our country stronger with state-of-the-art technologies that safeguard freedom, join our team

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we welcome our employees to bring their whole selves to their work. SNC is committed to fostering an inclusive, accepting, and diverse environment free of discrimination. Employment decisions are made without regarding to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran or other characteristics protected by law. Contributions to SNC come in many shapes and styles, and we believe diversity in our workforce fosters new and greater ways to dream, innovate, and inspire.

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