Systems Engineer for Diving and Harbor Applications

The University of Texas at Austin•Austin, TX

1d•Onsite

About The Position

This position involves systems engineering, project coordination, and the development of systems for the Advanced Technology Laboratory (ATL) within Applied Research Laboratories. The role requires developing project documentation, coordinating with sponsors and development staff, planning and executing site installations and testing, developing system concepts and proposals, and developing software and/or hardware for systems. Other related functions may be assigned.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in engineering, computer science, or similar technical degree.
Three or more years of experience in systems engineering such as requirements development/management, systems architecture development, system testing and evaluation, and system documentation.
Demonstrated strong leadership and organizational skills.
Strong writing and presentation skills.
Dynamic skill set, willing to work with new technologies, be highly organized, capable of planning and coordinating multiple tasks, willing to accept and incorporate feedback, and managing their time.
Attention to detail, effective problem solving, sound engineering judgment, and excellent communication skills.
Demonstrated ability to work independently and with sensitive and confidential information, maintain a professional demeanor, work as a team member without daily supervision, and effectively communicate with all groups of clients.
Ability to work under pressure and accept supervision with regular and punctual attendance.
US Citizen is required.
Must be able to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information at the level appropriate to the project requirements of the position.
Resume/CV
3 work references with their contact information; at least one reference should be from a supervisor
Unofficial transcripts
Letter of interest

Nice To Haves

Experience in electrical, software, or mechanical engineering.
Experience with model-based system architecture or model-based systems engineering.
Experience acting as a technical lead or in project management.
Understanding of software engineering processes and standards.
Experience in field testing or acting as a test director.
Experience with top-down design of systems.
Experience in circuit board design, production, debugging and testing.
Understanding of hardware engineering processes and standards.
Demonstrated knowledge in as many as possible of the following: C, C++, C#, Java, XML, Qt, .NET, version control systems, defect tracking systems, unit testing, real-time and concurrent systems, and web services.
Demonstrated knowledge in one or more of the following areas: acoustics, signal processing, detection theory, pattern recognition and classification or image processing.
Experience developing software in Linux or in an embedded environment.
Prior work experience in professional or research-oriented software or hardware development.
Demonstrated excellent interpersonal communication skills.
Military background or experience working with military customers is strongly preferred.
Knowledge of diving/diving systems, facilities modification, cyber-security processes, and force protection.
Eligibility for immediate access to classified information at the level appropriate to the project requirements of the position.