Scientist, Systems Engineering (Program Chief Engineer) (Secret)

L3HHCM20

35d•Onsite

About The Position

The Scientist, Systems Engineering, Program Chief Engineer for the Precision Attack Strike Munition (PASM) will be responsible for supporting technical execution of a fast paced unmanned air vehicle program for long range launch effects, located in Ashburn, VA. The scope of the program includes development, manufacturing, and qualification of the system. The Scientist position will report to the Chief Engineer of the Agile Development Division within the Airborne Combat Systems sector. The Scientist, Systems Engineer - Program Chief Engineer responsibilities will include providing technical direction to all the programs in the Radar portfolio, leading the architecture implementation of current pursuits, supporting customer briefings on the current programs and additionally on new technology and where it can be applied. The position involves close collaboration with other L3H programs to ensure commonality in system designs and opportunity for growth where possible. The position will also provide coaching and development for the engineering staff on the program.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering and a minimum of 12 years of prior relevant experience. Graduate Degree in Engineering and a minimum of 10 years of prior related experience. In lieu of a degree, minimum of 16 years of prior related experience
Active Secret Security Clearance

Nice To Haves

Experience with and an understanding of aerospace systems, especially in the development of integrated hardware/software products
Experience integrating typical payloads like sensors or communications into air vehicles
Experience leading a team to complete assigned program tasking
Experience in Control Account Management as part of an Earned Value Management System
Experience in unmanned aircraft or guided weapon systems
Experience with proposal development including generating basis of estimates
Experience in development of use cases developed from customer objectives and concepts of operations
Excellent people skills, with experience leading and collaborating in a multi-disciplinary, diverse, and dynamic team environment
Excellent communication skills (written, verbal, & presentation)
Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering, Hardware Engineering, Electro-Mechanical Engineer, or related Engineering discipline
Master’s in Electrical Engineering or Systems Engineering
Experience leading a multi-disciplinary engineering team (spanning systems, software, firmware, hardware, mechanical, etc.)
Familiarity with IBM Rational DOORs or other requirements traceability tools
Familiarity with the future mission of the customer(s) with respect to Unmanned Platforms
Experience in the Digital Engineering, Model Based System Engineering (MBSE), and System Simulation
Thorough understanding of Cyber Security best practices
Competency making decisions with imperfect and incomplete information
Demonstrated ability to deliver and sustain measurable results
Ability to coach, mentor and build relationships with external organizations
Ability to obtain higher level security clearance if needed
Extensive experience in an Engineering leadership role, such as: Integrated Product Team (IPT) Lead
Experience or knowledge in the L3Harris and DoD Engineering processes
Experience interfacing with DoD customers, understanding needs and managing expectations
Experience on large scale Hardware / Software Engineering development efforts
Experience on large scale Hardware Environmental Qualification testing efforts
Experience in manufacturing on large scale efforts
Ability to convey complex technical information in a clear and concise manner, including executive presentations, Program updates with internal & external stakeholders, etc

Responsibilities

Provide subject matter expert technical leadership, maintain customer communications, and be a technical authority representative for the PASM program
Understand customer mission, customer sets, drive technical strategy within the Systems Engineering Organization
Must be able to effectively interface with program management and customers
Lead / Supports new pursuits for the organization to include all phases of campaigns and proposal processes, serve as a technical leader for new pursuits
Support/develop Technical Roadmaps within the organization
Drives to ensure adoption of common architecture frameworks and prevent unique product implementation at proposal phase/concept design within the portfolio
Identifies opportunities for engineering improvements (e3) for people, process, and tools within the organization
Must have a strong set of core competencies including Problem Solving, Team Leadership, Strategic Thinking / Planning, Communication, IPT / Cross Functional Behavior, Accountability, Critical Thinking, and the highest level of Ethical Conduct
Air Vehicle or Unmanned Air Vehicle System mastery level knowledge

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