Senior Systems Engineer

Land Systems: Senior Systems Engineer
Saab Inc., Land Systems division is seeking an experienced Senior Systems Engineer with emphasis on smart weapon systems, specifically in the field of unmanned systems (UxS) and Counter-UxS. The candidate will work in a rapid and dynamic growing division environment. The results-oriented candidate should be capable of solving complex problems, improve company's products and processes, lead technical teams and provide technical oversight to less seasoned engineers. The candidate will work closely with the project and program leadership, business development and capture teams, engineering leadership and teams across businesses and locations. Responsibilities include, but not limited to, developing C-UAS solutions, responding to requests of information (RFI) and proposals, and active assistance with current programs and efforts. Travel is required, both domestic and international. Currently the position is remote home office with travel; relocation may be required to the future facilities' location, at this time TBD.

Required responsibilities Include:

• Understand, define, develop, and decompose threat, mission, employment and product requirements based on limited customer inputs, existing product (including commercial and off-the-shelf) availability and division strategies.

• Evaluate industry standards, applications, trends and languages against division strategies and team needs. Decompose and flow down typical defense and aerospace industry standards and requirements, relevant to specific efforts.

• Develop and flow down specific system test and evaluation plans, including evaluation criteria, needed resources, suppliers, facilities and budgets.

• Understand and implement system architecture, design, integration and test of UxS systems, including UAS and Counter-UAS systems.

• Work with program leadership, engineering, operations, business development, program capture, supply chain, quality, finance, security, export control and other functions to provide technical oversight to product development and production.

• Interface with existing and potential customers, such as US Government, academic, and industry partners to identify the most feasible initiatives and solutions in C-UAS and C-UxS fields.

• Work closely with existing products' design authorities and jointly generate the best solution for given problems, as well as communicate effectively with suppliers, customers, and teammates.

• Lead small teams of engineering development, integration, and demonstration.

• Contribute to proposal efforts, whitepapers, RFI responses, technical volume generation, estimates and reviews.

• Actively assist with other division and inter-division efforts.

• Contribute to professional development of less seasoned engineers.

Compensation Range:$108,000- $137,700

The compensation range provided is a general guideline. When extending an offer, Saab, Inc. considers factors including (but not limited to) the role and associated responsibilities, location, and market and business considerations, as well as the candidate's work experience, key skills, and education/training.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor of Science in Engineering and 8 years of experience in related field; or Master of Science in Engineering and 6 years of experience.

• Considerable hands-on experience with unmanned weapon systems (UAS, missiles, munitions, and platforms in land, sea, and air domains) concepts of operation, design, manufacturing, integration, test, production, and life cycle sustainment.

• Working experience with DoD, academia and industry engineering processes, procedures, requirements, tools, and practices.

• Working knowledge of specifications and requirements development, decomposition, flow-down, interface definitions, and requirements verification through demonstration and test.

• Effective communications with leadership, subordinates, and peers, both domestically and internationally.

• Self-starter, working with minimum direction.

• U.S. citizenship and ability to obtain DoD clearance (Secret minimum, active clearance preferred).

• International and domestic travel is required, at least 30%.

Desired Qualifications:

• Experience and/or education in mechanical and aerospace engineering, including propulsion and flight.

Citizenship Requirements:

Must be a U.S. citizen. Applicants selected may be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

Drug-Free Workplaces:

Saab is a federal government contractor and adheres to policies and programs necessary for sustaining drug-free workplaces. As a condition of employment, candidates will be required to pass a pre-employment drug screen.

Saab provides an excellent working environment offering professional growth opportunities, competitive wages, work-life balance, business-casual atmosphere and comprehensive benefits:

• Medical, vision and dental insurance for employees and dependents

• Paid time off including: minimum of 3 weeks vacation, 5 floating holidays, 8 designated holidays, parental leave, personal illness, bereavement, jury duty, long-term and short-term disability

• 401(k) with immediate vesting on employer match

• Tuition assistance

• Student loan assistance

• Wellness account, Care.com subscription and employee assistance programs

• Employee stock purchase program with employer match

Saab is a leading defense and security company with an enduring mission, to help nations keep their people and society safe. Empowered by its 19,000 talented people, Saab constantly pushes the boundaries of technology to create a safer, more sustainable and more equitable world. In the U.S., Saab delivers advanced technology and systems, supporting the U.S. Armed Forces and the Federal Aviation Administration, as well as international and commercial partners. Headquartered in Syracuse, New York, the company has business units and local employees in eight U.S. locations.

Saab is a company where we see diversity as an asset and offer unlimited opportunities for advancing in your career. We are also a company that respects each person's needs and encourage employees to lead a balanced, rewarding life beyond work. Saab values diversity and is an Equal Opportunity/ Affirmative Action employer. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply and will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran, disability status, or any other federal, state, or locally protected category.