Senior Principal Systems Engineer

General Dynamics Mission Systems•Annapolis Junction, MD

12h•Hybrid

About The Position

As a Senior-Level Systems Engineer for CISR, you’ll be a lead member of cross-functional hardware and system design teams responsible for the realization of complex computing and communications systems. You’ll make substantial contributions to CONOPS, requirements definition, trade studies, performance analysis, design, integration, and verification of these systems. General Dynamics Mission Systems (GDMS) engineers a diverse portfolio of high technology solutions, products and services that enable customers to successfully execute missions across all domains of operation. With a global team of 12,000+ top professionals, we partner with the best in industry to expand the bounds of innovation in the defense and scientific arenas. Given the nature of our work and who we are, we value trust, honesty, alignment and transparency. We offer highly competitive benefits and pride ourselves in being a great place to work with a shared sense of purpose. You will also enjoy a flexible work environment where contributions are recognized and rewarded.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Systems Engineering, or a related Science, Engineering, Technology or Mathematics field.
10+ years of job-related experience, or a Master's degree plus 8 years of job-related experience.
Department of Defense TS/SCI with Polygraph security clearance is required at time of hire.
U.S. citizenship is required.

Nice To Haves

Agile experience preferred.
Proficiency with System Modeling tools (e.g.Cameo/ MagicDraw).
Hands-on lab experience with use of electronic test equipment.
Background in electro-optics, including free-space communications.
Experience with the design and development of high-speed mixed-signal electronics hardware and packaging.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Collaborative team player eager to provide technical leadership and position others for success.
Commitment to ongoing professional development for yourself and others.

Responsibilities

Lead member of cross-functional hardware and system design teams responsible for the realization of complex computing and communications systems.
Make substantial contributions to CONOPS, requirements definition, trade studies, performance analysis, design, integration, and verification of these systems.
Architecture development, requirements derivation, and suballocation.
Defining system behavior and system structure.
Managing the cradle-to-grave life cycle of related products.
Design, simulation, and verification of systems and their models.
Understanding of communication transmission rates, formats, and waveforms.
Design of complex systems and subsystems.
Provide technical leadership and position others for success.
Identify opportunities to apply AI for continuous improvement and innovation.