Signals Intelligence (SIGINT) Systems Architect

General Dynamics•San Jose, CA

57d•Hybrid

About The Position

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. The selected candidate will define architectures for new RF systems and lead their development and delivery to GDMS customers. The SIGINT 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 customers 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 youll experience: Technologies that arent just top-notch, theyre often top-secret A team of bold thinkers committed to exploring whats next Opportunities to gain new knowledge - as its discoveblack What you bring to the table: 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% What sets you apart: 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 Our Commitment to You: An exciting career path with opportunities for continuous learning and development Research oriented work, alongside award winning teams developing practical solutions for our nations 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 atgdmissionsystems.com/careers/why-work-for-us/benefits Workplace Options: This position is fully on-site, Flex, OR Remote as desired While on-site, you will be a part of the San Jose, CA team

Requirements

Requires a Bachelors degree in Systems Engineering, or a related Science, Engineering or Mathematics field. Also requires 10+ years of job-related experience, or a Master's degree plus 8 years of job-related experience. Agile experience preferred.
Department of DefenseTS/SCI security clearance ispreferred 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.
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

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 customers 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.