Senior Systems Engineer

Calista Corporation•Huntsville, AL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

This position is located at the RTS Operations Center in Huntsville, Alabama. The Senior Systems Engineer will perform analysis of documented user requirements and direct or assist in the design of test plans in support of user requirements for complex missile flight tests. This role involves assisting in planning, training, and operational activities performed by the Test Directors (TD), and supporting the Test Director Manager (TDM) in establishing and administering a training program for TDs. The engineer will also assist in resource allocation, ensuring data product quality standards are met, and maintaining quality records. Additionally, the role includes participating in risk management assessment and test configuration development, serving on radar systems consoles for real-time flight test execution, explaining collected radar data to customers, and providing recommendations for calibration improvements. Collaboration with remote personnel and continuous knowledge sharing are also key aspects of this position.

Requirements

Work effectively in a team environment
Ability to represent technical and operational concepts concisely and accurately to multiple levels of management.
Ability to effectively use light programming abilities in UNIX/LINUX and Gnome Desktop.
Familiarity with the suite of MS Office products.
Ability to perform duties effectively with moderate supervision.
Ability to effectively interface at a technical level with engineers from varying backgrounds.
Ability to exhibit a high level of integrity and professionalism.
Excellent customer service, oral and written communication, and problem-solving skills.
Provide timely decision making during mission execution.
Ability to work under pressure while maintaining poise.
Bachelor’s degree in a STEM-related discipline (Science, Technology, Engineering, or Math).
Minimum of two years’ experience in an Engineering or Technical environment with an emphasis on Radar Systems.
Must be able to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret Security Clearance which requires U.S. citizenship.
The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. passport for limited travel.

Nice To Haves

Project management experience desired.
Radar Engineering, Operations and Maintenance experience desired.

Responsibilities

Perform analysis of documented user requirements and direct or assist in the design of test plans.
Assist in planning, training and operational activities performed by the Test Directors (TD).
Assist the Test Director Manager (TDM) in establishing a training program for TDs, administer training, and ensure qualified TDs are assigned for mission activity.
Assist the TDM in allocating resources to accomplish mission objectives.
Assist the TDM in ensuring all data products meet the set quality standards and requirements, and ensure all quality records are maintained accordingly.
Assist the TDM in completing counseling and evaluation of System Engineers when needed.
Assist in the development of program short and long-term plans, monitor progress, assure adherence, and evaluate performance.
Participate in all phases of risk management assessment and software/hardware development of test configurations.
Serve on radar systems console to support real-time flight test execution as instrumentation controller, analyst, or Test Director.
Explain radar data collected, including any anomalies, to highly technical range customers.
Provide recommendations for calibration improvements and modifications.
Work closely with personnel at remote locations to accomplish engineering activities.
Continuously share knowledge and lessons learned with coworkers.