Senior Systems Engineer

3 weeks ago


Lone Tree, Colorado, United States Sierra Nevada Corporation Full time

Job Summary:

Sierra Nevada Corporation is seeking a seasoned Systems Engineer with expertise in IR sensor systems to lead the design, integration, and validation of a cutting-edge sensor mission system on an airborne platform.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Oversee the design and architecture of infrared sensor systems to ensure they meet project specifications and objectives.
  • Effectively manage system requirements throughout the project lifecycle to ensure alignment with stakeholder needs.
  • Work closely with multidisciplinary teams, including software, electrical, and optical engineers.
  • Lead the integration and testing phases to ensure seamless functionality and performance of the sensor systems in both laboratory and final integration.
  • Ensure that all systems comply with relevant standards and certifications, and are reliable under operational conditions.
  • Develop and manage Interface Control Documents (ICDs) to clearly define system interfaces.
  • Assist in the analysis of system performance to identify areas for improvement and ensure optimal operation.
  • Define and manage sensor interfaces to ensure compatibility and integration with other system components.
  • Provide leadership and mentorship to team members, fostering a collaborative and productive work environment.

Requirements:

  • Bachelor's of Science degree in System Engineering or related discipline and typically 10 or more years of relevant experience.
  • Higher education may substitute for relevant experience.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of engineering principles and practices.
  • Experience working in multi-disciplinary design and development teams.
  • Thorough understanding of requirements management, functional requirements parsing, derivation, and allocation; systems design, systems integration, technical risk identification and management strategies, and Verification and Validation (V&V) principles.
  • 5+ years of experience with EO/IR systems to include requirements development and allocation, architecture definition, as well as laboratory and field testing.
  • Knowledge of optical imaging system components (lenses, sensors, sensor and image processing electronics, etc.) and their characterization.
  • Experience with integration and certification of sensors or other systems onto airborne platforms.
  • Ability to decompose complex systems into functional parts, with clearly defined interfaces and requirements for each.
  • Experience in system design and development from initial concept through test and delivery to customer.
  • Experience in product schedule, cost, delivery, and supplier management.
  • Experience with the design, build and testing of calibrated Infrared Imaging systems for military applications.
  • The ability to obtain/maintain a Top Secret U.S. Security Clearance is required.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Strong knowledge and experience with radiometric modeling.
  • Knowledge of image processing techniques.
  • Advanced proficiency in an analytical toolchains/languages (e.g., MATLAB, Python).
  • Model development and validation relevant to EO/IR remote sensing.
  • Strong laboratory skills (e.g. design of experiments).
  • Experience with image processing techniques for EO/IR sensors.
  • Experience with MBSE techniques (e.g. Cameo, SysML, etc).
  • Experience with signature and/or scenario modeling/software packages (MODTRAN, SPIRITS, AFSIM).
  • Knowledge of the OMS/UCI standard.
  • Experience with missions system environmental qualification.
  • Knowledge of Agile dev process and tools like JIRA.

Benefits:

  • Generous paid time off and flex time.
  • Friendly and talented colleagues.
  • Exclusive SNC company events.
  • Leadership and development training.
  • SNC Mentorship Program.
  • Education reimbursement.
  • Modern Campus setting built with collaboration spaces, spectacular mountain views and natural light throughout.
  • Free to use fitness center on-site.
  • State-of-the-art coffee house.
  • Full-service Cafeteria with planned breakfast and lunch options.
  • Access to walking and biking trails.

About SNC:

Sierra Nevada Corporation 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.

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.



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