Signals Intelligence (SIGINT) Systems Architect

General Dynamics Mission Systems • CA-San Jose, CA

93d • Hybrid

About The Position

Sign-on bonus and relocation available. At General Dynamics Mission Systems (GDMS), we deliver systems that provide critical intelligence data to our national leadership. As market leader and technology innovator, we are seeking talented professionals to deliver cutting edge solutions to our customers. GDMS has an immediate opening for a SIGINT System Architect. Th e selected candidate will define architectures for new RF systems and lead their development and delivery to GDMS customers. The SI GINT System Architect will work among a talented and technically accomplished group of colleagues enjoying a flexible work environment where contributions are recognized and rewarded. The selected SIGINT System Architect: Defines system architectures within international and domestic Signals Intelligence (SIGINT) marketplace, with emphasis on Satellite Communications (SATCOM), Communications Intelligence (COMINT), Direction Finding (DF) Systems. Leads selection of RF components within defined architectures Authors or leads the development of the following: Concept of Operations (CONOPs) System Architectures System Requirements System Development Plans System Integration and Test Plans System Validation Plans Leads 3 to 5 yearlong cradle-to-grave Systems Engineering efforts to ensure the product both meets the requirements and supports our customer’s needs. Decomposes detailed system-level requirements based on non-technical mission objectives Supports decomposition of architectures and objectives into system requirements and further decomposition within specific engineering domains. Conduct trade studies into technologies supporting SIGINT solutions Establishes and maintains frequent Intelligence Community (IC) and Dept of Defense (DoD) customer contacts in the international and domestic SIGINT, COMINT/DF, and EW marketplace Collaborates with customers to develop system Concept of Operations (CONOPS), architectures, and requirements for SIGINT, COMINT/DF, and EW systems Develops and presents briefing packages of GDMS SIGINT capabilities and system offerings to international and domestic customers Works closely with business area technical and management team to align business area strategy, capabilities, investments, and offerings with SIGINT, COMINT/DF and EW markets Authors white-papers detailing technical specifics of products in support of obtaining export licenses for business pursuits in the international marketplace. What you’ll experience: Technologies that aren’t just top-notch, they’re often top-secret A team of bold thinkers committed to exploring what’s next Opportunities to gain new knowledge - as its discoveblack

Requirements

• Requires a Bachelor’s degree in Systems Engineering, or a related Science, Engineering, Technology or Mathematics field.
• Also requires 10+ years of job-related experience, or a Master's degree plus 8 years of job-related experience.
• CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS: Department of Defense TS/SCI security clearance is preferred at time of hire. Candidates must be able to obtain a TS/SCI clearance within a reasonable amount of time from date of hire. Applicants selected will be subject to a U.S. Government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. Due to the nature of work performed within our facilities, U.S. citizenship is required.
• The candidate must demonstrate extensive experience in areas related to the following technology areas: RF signal processing system design Analyzing and characterizing SATCOM signals Collection and analysis of communication signals in L, C, and K spectrums Ability to lead interdisciplinary teams Detailed understanding of the SIGINT, COMINT/DF and EW marketplace including major customers and industry competitors Work effectively in a cross functional team as well as a diverse customer base Develop testing criteria and execute validation of designs Experience working in a fast-paced development environment focused on fielding complex signal processing solutions Demonstrated problem-solving, verbal and written communication, presentation and organizational skills Proven technical leadership skills ability to generate and deliver creative problem solutions Strong ability to manage tasks and projects independently with urgency
• In addition, the candidate must possess excellent written and oral communication skills and be able to travel worldwide, up to 20%

Nice To Haves

• Agile experience preferred.
• Master of Science in Electrical Engineering (MSEE) with 8+ years’ experience or Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering (BSEE) with 10+ years’ experience
• Creative thinker with demonstrated success leading the systems development life cycle
• Collaborative team player eager to provide technical leadership and position others for success
• Exceptional communication, presentation, and influence management skills, with notable record of securing buy-in on concepts and ideas
• Experienced in the art of negotiation with ability to meet challenging customer requirements with win-win solutions
• Commitment to ongoing professional development for yourself and others

Responsibilities

• Defines system architectures within international and domestic Signals Intelligence (SIGINT) marketplace, with emphasis on Satellite Communications (SATCOM), Communications Intelligence (COMINT), Direction Finding (DF) Systems.
• Leads selection of RF components within defined architectures
• Authors or leads the development of the following: Concept of Operations (CONOPs) System Architectures System Requirements System Development Plans System Integration and Test Plans System Validation Plans
• Leads 3 to 5 yearlong cradle-to-grave Systems Engineering efforts to ensure the product both meets the requirements and supports our customer’s needs.
• Decomposes detailed system-level requirements based on non-technical mission objectives
• Supports decomposition of architectures and objectives into system requirements and further decomposition within specific engineering domains.
• Conduct trade studies into technologies supporting SIGINT solutions
• Establishes and maintains frequent Intelligence Community (IC) and Dept of Defense (DoD) customer contacts in the international and domestic SIGINT, COMINT/DF, and EW marketplace
• Collaborates with customers to develop system Concept of Operations (CONOPS), architectures, and requirements for SIGINT, COMINT/DF, and EW systems
• Develops and presents briefing packages of GDMS SIGINT capabilities and system offerings to international and domestic customers
• Works closely with business area technical and management team to align business area strategy, capabilities, investments, and offerings with SIGINT, COMINT/DF and EW markets
• Authors white-papers detailing technical specifics of products in support of obtaining export licenses for business pursuits in the international marketplace.

Benefits

• An exciting career path with opportunities for continuous learning and development
• Research oriented work, alongside award winning teams developing practical solutions for our nation’s security
• Flexible schedules with every other Friday off work, if desiblack (9/80 schedule)
• Competitive benefits, including 401k matching, flex time off, paid parental leave, healthcare benefits, health & wellness programs, employee resource and social groups, and more
• See more at gdmissionsystems.com/careers/why-work-for-us/benefits

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees