Principal Systems Engineer

Job Description

Come join Integrated Defense Systems (IDS) team in St. Petersburg, FL!
IDS Systems Verification Test and Analysis Directorate (SVTAD) is interested in you. Our elite team integrates complex technology, debugging and resolving interface issues as we produce, demonstrate and deliver state-of-the-art software for areas including radars, command and control platforms, missile systems and cyber defense. As an integrator you will learn the design principles of new systems by attending design reviews to determine their architecture, operations and interfaces. As a Principal Systems Engineer you will design specialized technical testing to demonstrate system performance to our customers, typically including live fire testing in the field. Join a world class team of systems engineers who are building defense technologies to make the world a safer place.
This multi-disciplined Engineering team in St. Pete leads the development of the U.S. Navy’s Cooperative Engagement Capability (CEC) program, a real-time ‘sensor-netting’ system that brings together radar data into a single integrated air picture from geographically dispersed ships, aircraft and ground-based units. This integrated picture improves a battlegroup’s effectiveness by enabling longer range, cooperative, or layered engagements. Today’s CEC benefits from advancements in commercial and specialized technologies, as well as from the experience and expertise of the IDS team, continually innovating to advance capability and performance.
Explore CEC: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WumIk1MwVPM
The team is based in St. Pete, enviably nicknamed “Sunshine City” for its average of 248 days of sunshine a year. It actually holds a Guinness World Record for the most consecutive days of sunshine! The area is ideal for fishing, boating and its beautiful beaches. It’s also known for its art and culture scene, as well as its wide variety of local restaurants and bars. Sports fans should note that St. Pete is home to the Tampa Bay Rays, Buccaneers, and Lightning. It’s also the Spring Training site for the Toronto Blue Jays and the Philadelphia Phillies.
Easily commutable from several nearby cities, just 5 miles off the main highway (Interstate 275), options for where to call “home” are plentiful. St. Pete is conveniently close to the Tampa International Airport and only a mere 2-hour drive to Disney World and Universal Studios.
Principal Systems Engineer
Job Description:

• The Principal Systems Engineer will work with System Architects/System Leads and Systems Engineers on architecture/system designs requirements analysis and development to gain full understanding of the architecture and system design. Responsibilities will include the following:
• Design and develop test methodologies and approaches for validating requirements.
• Perform debugging of system problems, root cause analysis, development of corrective actions, and analysis of expected systems performance.
• Collaborate with engineers and take ownership authority to integrate, execute and sell-off requirements to verify a successful run-for-record in the laboratory environment to the Customer.
• Interface with leads and use integrated test processes, metrics, and techniques to accurately assess integration and verification task progress and status.
• Create/support customer briefings, technical presentations and reports necessary to support specified requirements.
• Travel to deployment sites for field integration and testing as required.

Note: This position is a G10 salary grade
Required Skills:

• 8+ years of experience as a Systems Engineer
• Experience with requirements analysis for testing, integration, test planning, test development and test execution.
• Required: This position requires the eligibility to obtain a security clearance. Except in rare circumstances, only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance.

Desired Skills:

• Experience with Cooperative Engagement Capability (CEC)
• Experience with radars, sensors and/or tracking
• Experience with Naval Combat Systems
• Experience with Identification, Friend or Foe (IFF), Composite ID, Interoperability or Engagements
• Experience with data analysis or algorithm design
• Experience with networking
• Experience with RF or antennas
• Experience with test optimization and test automation
• Experience working in an Agile team environment
• Experience with field test event conducting or directing
• Experience with computer programming languages (e.g., C/C++, Java)
• Experience with simulating, modeling or analyzing data using MATLAB
• Experience using DOORS for requirements development, management and traceability
• Experience with embedded Software/Systems architecture or development
• Strong analytical, problem solving and troubleshooting skills
• Understanding of the System Engineering Product Development Cycle
• Results-oriented, strong verbal and written communication skills, self-starter and effective teaming skills.

Education Requirement:

• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Math – Applied, Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Physics

What’s YOUR Mission?
Here at IDS, we work together as one global team creating trusted, innovative solutions to make the world a safer place. Our innovation spans all domains: from land and sea to air, space and cyberspace. We’re inspired by a noble mission that’s shared by IDS employees around the globe and an inclusive culture that empowers employees and celebrates their contributions.
What We Offer: Whether you’re just starting out on your career journey or are an experienced professional, IDS offers a robust total rewards package that goes above and beyond with compensation; healthcare, wellness, retirement and work/life benefits; career development and recognition programs. Some of the superior benefits IDS offers include paternal leave, flexible work schedules, achievement awards, educational assistance and child/adult backup care.
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