Simulator Solutions Architect

2 days ago

Kennedy Space Center, United States AVT Simulation Full time

The company's Simulator Solutions Architect (SSA) designs, or oversees the design of, technical solutions by prescribing COTS, AVT reused, or custom components, both hardware and software. This includes providing technical oversight, leadership and guidance to Systems Engineers, Hardware Engineers, and Software Engineers throughout the proposal, design, development, test, and support life cycle.

The SSA is a one-of-a-kind position at AVT primarily responsible for developing cost effective solutions focused on reuse and COTS where possible. These solutions should be as common as possible across programs and product lines. The SSA must have a deep understanding of enterprise-level systems and architectures, technology stacks and frameworks, and industry standards and protocols. Collaboration with business stakeholders, project managers, and technical teams is required to define system requirements, constraints, goals, and solutions. Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills are essential. Must be comfortable working in a fast-paced, agile environment and be able to balance multiple priorities and deadlines while maintaining a positive team-oriented attitude.

Responsibilities/Duties/Functions/Tasks

  1. Analyzes requirements and applies standard engineering methodologies to design technical solutions by first looking for cost effective reuse, existing technologies and frameworks, then prescribing custom-developed components to develop a wholistic and supportable solution.
  2. Produces specifications, design documents, and architecture diagrams that define a system's components, interfaces, and behaviors.
  3. Leads technical discussions, presents proposals, and provides recommendations to senior management and other stakeholders.
  4. Provides guidance and technical leadership to development teams during the implementation phase, ensuring adherence to architectural guidelines and best practices.
  5. Manages and mentors junior architects and technical staff, providing guidance and support as needed.
  6. Collaborates with cybersecurity personnel to ensure that systems and applications meet established security and compliance standards.
  7. Reviews existing systems and applications to identify opportunities for improvement and modernization.
  8. Researches and evaluates emerging technologies and trends to identify their potential impact on existing and future solution designs.
  9. Provides input to the Project Manager regarding technical decisions and risks.
  10. Works in a fast-paced development environment with the ability to handle multiple competing tasks and demands simultaneously.
  11. Works as a member of a project team able to step in and help programs in need of software programming assistance, hardware selection, or hardware/software integration.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for the job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Qualifications
  • Minimum Requirements Completion of a full course of study in an accredited college or university leading to a Bachelor's or higher degree in engineering or a related field such as Systems Engineering, Software Engineering, or Information Technology. Substitutions: Related professional experience cannot be substituted for the educational requirements.
  • Experience with development and delivery of application hardware/software.
  • Experience with programming languages (such as C, C++, C#) and hardware/software engineering design patterns.
  • Experience with building to requirements and/or synthesizing requirements.
  • Experience with hardware/software interfaces
  • Experience developing Government CDRLs related to technical solutions
  • Configuration management tools experience required.
  • 10+ years of experience, 15+ years preferred.
Essential Mental Requirements
  • Excellent written and spoken communication skills for documentation, intra-team, and interdisciplinary communication.
  • Able to focus on multiple projects at once.
  • Organized and detail-oriented.
  • Ability to read, analyze, and interpret complex documentation.
  • Ability to analyze problems using scientific and logical thinking.
  • Ability to operate in a high-paced work environment.
  • Outgoing but not aggressive personality. Uses technical knowledge to gain respect and motivate others to perform desired work.
Essential Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; talk or hear. The employee must occasionally lift or move office products and supplies, up to 10 pounds.

Equipment/Software/Tools Used
  • Computer, phone, and photocopiers
  • Computer operating systems (Linux, Windows, Windows Embedded)
  • Software requirements gathering and modeling tools
  • Microsoft Office Applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
  • Microsoft Project
  • Preferred:
    • Atlassian Tool Set (Jira, Confluence, Bamboo, Bitbucket)
    • C, C++, C#, Java
    • Microsoft Vizio
Other
  • Must have an active Secret clearance or be eligible to obtain a Secret clearance.
  • Candidate must have or be able to obtain a US passport.

Our Heritage:

Founded in 1998 by an engineer, AVT Simulation is an Orlando-based, end-to-end systems integration and full-service modeling and simulation small business. Since our beginning, AVT's highly specialized staff of engineers has included some of the top leaders in the simulation industry. With an average of over 20 years of simulation experience, our dedicated staff provides specialized solutions for customers requiring on point solutions to complex problems.

AVT has always been a company that strives to make a positive difference in the lives we touch. These lives include our employees and their families, our partner companies and their employees, and ultimately the warfighters receiving our products and services. Our core values are so very important to us as a company. They guide us towards success. They make us a great company to work for and a strong partner to work with.

- People First
- Mission Excellence
- Do the Right Thing
- Commitment

People First is our first and most important core value because we firmly believe the success of AVT is directly related to supporting our employees. We have a lot of fun (with regular employee events and engagements), while still working hard to accomplish our mission of serving our military and the warfighter.

We're looking for candidates that embody these core values, know how to have fun while working hard, and think they would thrive in an environment like ours. If you're a self-motivated individual, then come join AVT. Come make your difference.

EOE - Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity

Qualified individuals with a disability have the right to request a reasonable accommodation. If you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access our careers website as a result of your disability, request a reasonable accommodation by visiting www.avtsim.com/careers and follow the instructions at the bottom.

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