Systems Engineer (JFKTIA)

Thales•New York, NY

13d•Hybrid

About The Position

In fast changing markets, customers worldwide rely on Thales. Thales is a business where brilliant people from all over the world come together to share ideas and inspire each other. In aerospace, transportation, defence, security and space, our architects design innovative solutions that make our tomorrow's possible. When you rely on airlines to connect you in flight, you rely on Thales. In an increasingly fast paced world, we make the unpredictable, predictable by connecting and entertain passengers to make your life better. Combining a diversity of talents, we master the decisive moments that matter to passengers and airlines. Whatever it takes. Hybrid- New York (JFK Terminal 4) Thales is hiring an experience System Engineering Manager – Airport Security position is a customer facing role that will be based at JFK Airport in New York City. Primary responsibilities include customer engagement through the delivery of engineering professional services in support of the Master Agreement, its amendments and the Security Technology Improvement Plan. The System Engineering Manager- Airport Security is expected to provide technical guidance, oversight, and knowledge transfer to support the successful delivery of Thales commitments to our customer. The System Engineering Manager-Airport Security will assist with the skills development for both the customer and other Thales Engineers assigned to support this Program. Required knowledge and skills include SDLC, Network Architecture, Video Management systems, Public Address systems, Access Control systems, Airport Operations Control Center (AOCC) facility construction requirements as well as other relevant Electronic and Physical Security systems (e.g. Milestone, Genetec, and Lenel) necessary for safety and security. Additionally, the System Engineering Manager must demonstrate both technical and operational proficiency with the Thales Safeland (AOCC) solution. Duties may also include development of technical specifications, RFP development and follow-up, technical vendor oversight, coding, systems configuration, systems installation, documentation of operational best practices, process mapping, systems training, and creating a variety of documentation and presentations in support of the overall Program objectives. The System Engineering Manager-Airport Security will report to the Program Manager – Airport Security and is expected to coordinate activities and recommendations with the Thales Program Design Authority, the Thales Safeland (AOCC) Development and Engineering teams located in Italy, the customer, Allied Universal Technology Services, and various stakeholders in accordance with the Master Agreement and the Security Technology Implementation Plan.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university or college in Software/Electronics/Electrical or a related engineering field required with a minimum of 3+ years of relevant work experience, or a Master’s degree in Software/Electronics/Electrical or a related engineering field required with a minimum of 6+ years of relevant work experience
3 years of experience in the design and configuration of networks and Electronic and Physical Security systems in an airport environment
Team player who can communicate equally across multi-functional teams as well as with customers, external contractors and suppliers
Ability to meet regulatory requirements for Airport Security Identification Display Area (SIDA) unescorted badging and DHS - Customs and Border Protection badging access
Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States for any employer at the time of hire. This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship or for assuming sponsorship of an employment visa now or in the future.

Nice To Haves

Preferred background and experience in airport terminal security engineering

Responsibilities

Manage Networks requirements and conformance of the delivered system to these requirements
Perform necessary design activities in conjunction with the system subcontractor(s) and manufacturers as necessary
Collect all necessary user/customer information and perform system configurations
Serve as the onsite Safeland (AOCC) system administrator on behalf of the customer
Coordinate with other system providers for the successful integration with Safeland (AOCC)
Plan and support the test activities associated with covered safety and security related systems
Conduct and/or participate with internal, support partner and customer technical meetings
Preparation of weekly and monthly progress reports
Work with the customer, suppliers, and the internal supervising team regarding the different phases of systems and service delivery including the gathering, definition and justification of the requirements for the safety and security systems
Preparation of Interface Control Documents (ICDs), Interface Testing Document (ITDs), and Migration Plans (MPs)
Works with the Program Manager – Airport Security in preparation of the Program Traceability Matrix for required development efforts
Provides regular input to the Program Manager - Airport Security on identified Risk, Issues, and Mitigation plans
Support the software team to collect and define the customer needs and support the definition of the Concept of Operations (CONPS) for security operations
Facilitate decisions on baseline changes with customer and the Program Manager – Airport Security
Coordinates and works with various stakeholders in support of the deployment of two full Safeland (AOCC) Map updates per year
Reviews issues and prepares Post Incident Reports for all P1 and P2 Safeland (AOCC) Work Orders
Coordinate and conduct the local Safeland (AOCC) annual OAAP certification testing with Lenel
Works with the customer and Program Manager – Airport Security to define and agree upon success criteria for deliverable milestones
Guide test and evaluation strategies during the different phases supporting the system acceptance
Recommend supplier management best practices and processes to the customer including supplier selection and retention. Influence customer decisions based on chosen suppliers
Maintain documentation currency of system best practices, methodologies, initiatives and advancements
Support the Program Manager – Airport Security and technical team to ensure the delivery of the Program within the budget and committed delivery timeline
Create training material and provide necessary training for Safeland (AOCC)
Perform UAT with the customer for all Safeland (AOCC) development and Maps releases
Provide pre-sales Engineering support as requested in support of capture efforts for potential Thales customers

Benefits

Elective Health, Dental, Vision, FSA/HSA, Voluntary Life and AD&D, Whole Group Life w/LTC, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Accident Insurance, Legal Plan, Identity Theft, and Pet Insurance
Retirement Savings Plan after 30 days of employment with a company contribution and a match, and with no vesting period
Company paid holidays and Paid Time Off
Company provided Life Insurance, AD&D, Disability, Employee Assistance Plan, and Well-being Program

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