Principal Systems Engineering Technologist

OSI Systems•Richardson, TX

13h

About The Position

Continental Electronics Corporation is a leading provider of RF technologies and innovative solutions with 80 years of proven performance. CEC has experienced significant recent growth and has established itself as the go-to supplier for a diversified product line supporting a wide spectrum of markets from commercial products, military customers, to space research laboratories. The Principal Systems Engineering Technologist provides Systems Engineering structure and applied technical coordination to support development of state-of-the-art RF transmitter systems. This individual translates high-level system requirements into practical, actionable designs, build and test procedures for high-power RF transmission systems. In addition, the Principal Systems Engineering Technologist interfaces with suppliers and contractors to support technical requirements compliance. The Principal Systems Engineering Technologist works closely with the System Architect (the Project Engineer) to support Systems Engineering tasks throughout the life cycle of the project or program.

Requirements

12+ years of relevant systems engineering, RF systems, integration, test, or technical program experience; related discipline, military or technical training, or equivalent practical experience
Candidates without an engineering degree may be considered when they can demonstrate substantial hands-on experience supporting systems requirements, RF system integration, verification and validation, technical documentation, supplier coordination, and cross-functional execution in complex technical programs
Must be able to effectively interface with program management, engineering leadership and customers
A hands-on leader who is willing to dive deep as and when needed
Excellent verbal and written skills to interact with project teams, management and customers
Demonstrate high business acumen with ability to analyze complex problems and data, and make high-quality, data-driven decisions
Selected candidates must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance issued by the U.S. Government throughout the course of their employment

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with VLF, HF or other RF systems
Previous experience with systems engineering tools like Cameo Requirements Modeler, SysML, DOORS, and MATLAB
Experience across multiple technical domains including RF, power, HVAC, software, and firmware
Experience with cyber requirements and implementation

Responsibilities

Support and coordinate requirement definition, allocation, and traceability for high power RF transmission systems
Experience with system integration and test planning including Design Verification Test (DVT) and Acceptance Testing
Contribute to and champion the implementation of systems engineering processes to achieve best-in-class execution, focusing on quality, schedule, and cost performance
Work cross-functionally across electrical, mechanical and software engineering disciplines to define and develop System Requirements documentation for multiple concurrently running programs
Manage program Verification and Validation documentation and adherence to requirements
Contribute technical input to engineering proposals to help align product definition with customer needs and business opportunities
Collaborate effectively across functional teams, including Program Office, Engineering, Operations, and Quality
When operating within a Department of Defense (DoD) environment, work with the development team to manage the unique demands and regulatory requirements
Represent the Systems Engineering department in customer and internal meetings, coordinating technical inputs and communicating status, risks, and action items
Able to create and maintain technical development schedules to support engineering design and manufacturing timelines
Generate and manage interface control documents between internal and external subsystems
Uphold the company’s core values of Integrity, Innovation, Accountability, and Teamwork
Demonstrate behavior consistent with the company’s Code of Ethics and Conduct
It is the responsibility of every employee to report to their manager or a member of senior management any quality problems or defects in order for corrective action to be implemented and to avoid recurrence of the problem
Duties may be modified or assigned at any time to meet the needs of the business

Benefits

Life at OSI
long-term incentives
potential discretionary bonuses
Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP)
various options for health plans
access to 401(k) retirement plan
health savings account
disability insurance
life insurance
AD&D insurance
leave of absence programs
an array of voluntary benefits
paid time off is offered to be used for vacation, holidays, bereavement, and jury duty
flexible time-off