Systems Architect

AeroVironment • Sunrise, FL

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About The Position

The Systems Architect will perform analysis at all levels of the system product, including concept, design, fabrication, test, installation, deployment, and maintenance. Ensure the logical and systematic conversion of customer or product requirements into total systems solutions that acknowledge technical, schedule, and cost constraints. Perform functional analysis, timeline analysis, detail trade studies, requirements allocation and interface definition studies to translate customer requirements into hardware and software specifications.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering (i.e., Systems, Electrical, Computer, etc.) is required or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
• 10 - 12 years of experience in a systems engineering role.
• Experience and/or understanding of RF Systems, SIGINT Systems, and Electronic Warfare (EW) systems.
• Experience and/or understanding of Agile Development Process.
• Experience in system requirements development, design, integration, and testing.
• Strong knowledge of DoD standards and guidelines.
• Ability to conduct system analysis and trade studies.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Experience with Requirement Management Systems (i.e. DOORS, ADO Modern Requirements).
• The ability to obtain and maintain an active US Government Clearance.
• ITAR Requirement: This position requires access to information that is subject to compliance with the International Traffic Arms Regulations (“ITAR”) and/or the Export Administration Regulations (“EAR”). In order to comply with the requirements of the ITAR and/or the EAR, applicants must qualify as a U.S. person under the ITAR and the EAR, or a person to be approved for an export license by the governing agency whose technology comes under its jurisdiction. Please understand that any job offer that requires approval of an export license will be conditional on AeroVironment’s determination that it will be able to obtain an export license in a time frame consistent with AeroVironment’s business requirements. A “U.S. person” according to the ITAR definition is a U.S. citizen, U.S. lawful permanent resident (green card holder), or protected individual such as a refugee or asylee. See 22 CFR § 120.15. Some positions will require current U.S. Citizenship due to contract requirements.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree in engineering (i.e., Systems, Electrical, Computer, etc.)
• Must be able to provide clear and concise communication (written and oral), as well as provide professional presentations.
• Familiarity with electronics and systems related to image collection and analysis.
• Demonstrates clear oral communication and well-organized documentation skills
• Uses vision to think beyond the immediate situation, explore multiple potential paths, and adapt decision-making style based on the situational circumstances.
• Inspires, motivates, and empowers people to deliver organizational goals, while also delivering value back to employees.
• Brings organizational values to life using personality, uniqueness and the creation of a shared vision.
• Champions the process of change and promotes a culture of quick adaptation while helping others deal with the effects of change.
• Demonstrates the ability to develop and maintain internal and external trusting, professional relationships.
• Assesses the degree of risk and opportunity in plans or actions and takes appropriate action to mitigate them or makes plans to build on the opportunity.
• Active Secret clearance or greater.
• Secret or Top Secret clearance, or the ability obtain a clearance is desired.

Responsibilities

• Apply systems engineering principles and processed throughout the system life cycle phases, Conceptual, Developmental, Production, Deployment, Sustainment, and Retirement of DoD SIGINT and EW systems. This entails:
• Requirements Analysis
• Architectural Design and Implementation
• Integration and Test
• Validation and Verification
• Deployment and Maintenance
• Disposal
• Risk and Configuration Management
• Communicate with other program personnel, stakeholders, customers, senior executive team.
• Responsible for technical integrity, quality, and completeness of worked performed.
• Ensure system compliance with DoD standards and guidelines.
• Lead and assist with technical and engineering discussions.
• Collaborate with project team members to ensure successful system delivery.
• Provide technical guidance and support to project team members based on independent analysis.
• Develop technical documentation, including system specifications, test plans, and user manuals.
• Performs other related duties as assigned by management.

Benefits

• AV offers an excellent benefits package including medical, dental vision, 401K with company matching, a 9/80 work schedule and a paid holiday shutdown.
• For more information about our company benefit offerings please visit: http://www.avinc.com/myavbenefits.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level