Principal Systems Engineer

5 days ago


Fairfax, United States Trident Systems Inc Full time
Job DescriptionJob Description

At Lightridge Solutions Trident Systems Space Electronic Systems (SES) division, we believe in the power of using strong engineering principles to drive innovation and solve complex problems. We foster a culture of rigorous engineering and continuous improvement, leveraging the full knowledge of our organization through collaborative product development processes that include design and peer reviews. We combine our expertise in space electronics with right-sized development processes to create innovative, high-performance space-based electronic systems that meet our customers' evolving needs.

We are a mission partner supporting DoD, Intelligence Community, and Civil space customers. We develop complex, radiation effects mitigated, designs that balance competing requirements in modern space programs, delivering cutting-edge solutions that enable our customers to achieve more in space.


ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

The Principal Systems Engineer, with RF focus, will perform the following essential functions:

  • Lead a diverse engineering team in the development of advanced multi-function RF, processing, and/or data storage units for space applications
  • Perform, independently and with other engineering disciplines as needed, end-to-end system analysis, link budget development, simulation, design and implementation of complex multifunction RF systems, subsystems, and components
  • Collaborate with program management to lead program execution within cost and schedule constraints
  • Ability to act as the program technical representative / POC
  • Oversee engineering program planning and execution, work with the engineering discipline leads to assign appropriate staff to their projects, and interact with the program manager and divisional leadership to run a successful program
  • Own the engineering develop process on the program and ensure the proper systems analysis and trades, technical baseline management, and requirements verification and validation activities are completed
  • Prepare for and present at all major design reviews, including internal and external (customer) reviews
  • The ideal candidate for this position will have equal parts technical competency, forward-thinking ideas, and a focus on executio

QUALIFICATIONS

Education/Certification: Bachelor’s, Master’s, or PhD in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering or Math)

Years of Experience:

  • BS with 10 years relevant work experience
  • 2+ years’ experience as a technical project lead (e.g. IPT lead, functional lead, or equivalent)

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, and ABILITIES

Required:

  • Multidiscipline knowledge in all areas related to engineering including system, hardware, software/firmware, and integration and test
  • Broad understanding of RF system design, including high-speed electrical principles, including transmission line theory, field theory, RF noise, power budgets and frequency planning
  • Experience with layout of high-speed RF circuits, including knowledge of PCB and flex materials/properties
  • Experience using CAD tools for RF system design, modeling, and simulation
  • Capable of using Microsoft Office and Atlassian tools to support task planning, task execution, documentation, and team communication
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills; ability to work and present in a team environment

Desired:

  • Familiarity and working knowledge of digital radar and electronic countermeasure systems, antenna theory and/or radio wave propagation
  • Extensive experience in aerospace RF/radar systems design and development
  • Lead RF/radar subsystem/payload engineer or experience on one or more airborne or space programs
  • Familiarity with digital signal processing techniques, MATLAB, and other DSP simulation tools


PERFORMANCE MEASURES

Trident Values:

  • Integrity—The inherent complex of attributes that determine a person or organization’s moral and ethical actions and reactions.
  • Passion/Energy/Innovation—An internal ambition or drive that is displayed through innovative ideas and dedication. Using original and creative thinking to make improvements and/or develop and initiate new approaches.
  • Candor/Respect— Is open and honest with the exchange of ideas and opinions. Respects the contribution of others. Communicates with respect.
  • Quality/Performance—Quality of work product, including completeness, accuracy, timeliness, and correctness.
  • Innovation/Results Oriented—Understanding of customer needs. Customers are those groups or individuals, internal or external whom you support on a daily basis. Knowing what results are important, focusing resources to achieve them in alignment with the goals of the organization.
  • Teamwork/Communications—Developing, maintaining, and fostering positive relationships and partnerships with all Trident employees and clearly conveying and receiving messages to meet the needs of all. This may involve listening, interpreting, formulating and delivering verbal, non-verbal, written, and/or electronic messages. Co-operatively and productively with others to achieve results.

Business/Technical Competencies:


  • Problem Solving/Judgment—Ability to assess options and implications, in order to identify a solution.
  • Business Situational Awareness—The structure and culture of Trident organizations and the personal willingness and ability to effectively adapt to and embrace change.
  • Self-Awareness/ Adaptability—Reflecting on past experiences in order to manage and continually improve our own performance.
  • Science/Engineer/Business Fundamentals—Knowledge of the fundamentals of scientific, engineering, and/or business principals.
  • Application—Ability to apply relevant knowledge and experience on the job.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

  • Communication: Frequent communication with other employees. Must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations.
  • Repetitive Motion: Constantly operates a computer and other office productivity machinery.
  • Average Visual Abilities: Average, ordinary, visual acuity necessary to prepare or inspect documents, products, and/or operate machinery.
  • Physical Strength: Sedentary work; must be able to remain in a stationary position most of the time. Exerts up to 10 lbs. of force occasionally. (Almost all office jobs)

WORKING CONDITIONS

  • Hybrid work (3 days onsite Fairfax office/2 days remote)

EEO Statement: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability, race, national origin, color, religion, sex, gender identity, or sexual orientation. Trident Systems Incorporated is an Equal Opportunity Employer of protected Veterans and a VEVRAA Federal Contractor. Trident Systems has a desire for priority referrals of protected Veterans. http://www.tridsys.com/pdfs/eeo-post.pdf



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