CAAR614477       

TX-09-054 Systems Engineer IV       

 
SUMMARY OF ROLE:

As a Systems Architect at DRS, you will interact with other team members representing a wide range of disciplines to develop complex Electro-Optical Systems. You will work with customers to define system requirements and operating concepts, develop the systems architecture to meet the requirements, and guide the design team to execute the systems architecture.

 

 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES

    * Interface with Customers and Stakeholders to understand their needs and constraints and review customer specifications and requirements
    * Generate consistent, complete, correct, and operationally defined highest level system requirements, including cost requirements
    * Perform trade studies, performance analysis, and cost-benefit analyses to determine the best means to meet the system requirements
    * Partition the system into subsystems and components, and document component and subsystem specifications and material requirements
    * Communicate the architectural vision
    * Leads design engineers to ensure a robust implementation of the system architecture that meets schedule, cost, and performance requirements
    * Analyze designs as necessary
    * Specify and evaluate supplier components, subsystems and services
    * Support the program design to cost and design for manufacture requirements
    * Generate acceptance test requirements
    * Prepare and present proposals, technical reports, position papers, and reviews (both internal and external) as needed
    * Provide budget, cost and schedule input for design assignments
    * Communicate clearly (written and oral) with manufacturing, supply chain, program manager
    * Provide technical expertise and assistance to other engineers and support personnel
    * Interact with technical management, other professionals, technicians and support personnel
    * May mentor and coach the work of others as assigned

 REQUIRED SKILLS:

    * Experience in electro-optical system design for high-performance imaging systems
    * Experience in testing of electro-optical systems
    * Experience with performance modifying for electro-optical systems
    * Understanding of mechanical, electrical, and optical designs and components, and their interactions in visual and infrared imaging systems
    * Good interpersonal and communication skills
    * Self-starter who pays attention to detail and takes responsibility for their work
    * The ability to work well in a team environment and lead the activities of team members toward an overall goal
    * Ability to complete a technical project independently and mentor and coach other engineers
    * Familiarity with PC applications like Windows, Excel, Word, Project. PowerPoint. MATLAB, and MathCAD

ADDITIONAL/DESIRED SKILLS:

    * Strong technical writing skills for reports, proposals, and technical specifications
    * Understanding of infrared detector materials, and device operation and modeling
    * Understanding of optical materials and fabrication techniques, including optical coatings
    * Familiarity with optical test and characterization equipment
    * Familiarity with infrared lasers, with emphasis on those used for rangefinders and target designators
    * Ability to understand and review component and system level drawings
    * Familiarity with modeling software like NVTherm and Mod/Tran

 

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

    * Master of Science Degree in Physics or Engineering (BS Degree in Physics or Engineering is acceptable with additional years of relevant experience)
    * 10 years minimum experience including 5 years minimum as a System Engineer and experience as a Systems Architect

Candidate must be a US citizen and meet DRS security standards as imposed by DoD, including the issuance of any necessary security clearance by the U.S. Government within a reasonable time after commencement of employment. DRS Technologies, Inc offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package in a pleasant work environment. Only candidates that meet the qualifications as outlined above will be contacted for further information.

DRS Technologies is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants are considered without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, marital or veteran status, or any other legally protected status. The Company's policies regarding recruitment, hiring, compensation, benefits, promotions, transfers, training and all other personnel matters are free from discriminatory practices.