Principal Systems Engineer

Saab Inc., Land Systems division is seeking an experienced and dynamic Principal Systems Engineer with emphasis on munition and missile weapon systems, including concept developments, system architectures and requirements, various platform integration, and unmanned systems, to work in a rapid and dynamic growing division environment.

You should be results-oriented and capable of taking initiative, exhibiting technical knowledge and leadership, hands-on solving complex "system of systems" problems, multi-tasking, and providing next generation and innovative solutions. You 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 are not limited to, responding to requests of information (RFI), white paper generation, proposal support, and active assistance with current programs and efforts.

Travel is required, both domestic and international. Currently the position is remote with travel; relocation may be required to the future facility's location, at this time TBD.

Responsibilities include:

• Support the company's and division's strategic technical and business path by implementing new technological solutions to identified capability gaps, including intellectual property retention and capture.

• Interface with project leadership, engineering, operations, business development, program capture, supply chain, quality, finance, security, export control and other relevant functions to understand, define, develop, and decompose mission, employment and product requirements based on limited customer inputs, existing product (including commercial and off-the-shelf) availability and company strategy.

• Allocate, decompose, and flow down typical defense and aerospace industry standards and requirements, relevant to specific efforts. Utilize existing tools to capture and update system engineering records.

• Develop system architectures based on the balance of above requirements in alignment with schedule and budget constraints.

• Develop system test architectures, verification, and risk reduction strategies, and identify levels of resources, in terms of personnel, materials, suppliers, and facilities, including analysis, fabrication, integration, and test.

• 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.

• Plan, staff, organize and lead small teams of engineering development, integration, and demonstration, including schedule and budget planning.

• Provide relevant education and share all aspects of missile and munition weapon systems knowledge with the team. Mentor and support engineering staff development.

• Actively participate in proposal efforts (including whitepaper and RFI responses), technical volume generation, estimates, basis of estimates, and reviews.

• Actively assist Land Systems Chief Engineer/Technical Director with other division efforts and act on their behalf in their absence.

Compensation Range: $154,300-$204,500

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.

• Bachelor of Science in Engineering and 20 years of experience in related field; or Master of Science in Engineering and 18 years of experience in related field.

• Considerable hands-on experience with weapon systems (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 and industry engineering processes, procedures, requirements, tools, and practices.

• Working knowledge of specifications and requirements development, decomposition, flow-down, interface definitions, requirements verification, and risk management, including working with minimum customer requirements.

• System and subsystem integration and test planning and execution experience.

• Engineering and engineering leadership skills through all phases of multi-discipline product cycle, including conceptualization, design, integration, verification, test, production, and sustainment.

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

• Self-starter, working with minimum direction.

• Ability to obtain DoD Secret clearance (active clearance preferred).

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

Desired Experience and Skills:

• Experience with autonomous systems, specifically ground vehicles, both manned and unmanned.

• Experience with mechanical engineering, propulsion, energetics, and advanced manufacturing technologies (i.e. additive manufacturing, robotic manufacturing, etc.)

• Experience with configuration management and tools, TDP release and configuration control, change control notices, risks and opportunities management, quality control, and other supporting functions.

• Space and/or maritime system experience with software/hardware integration experience, especially in autonomy and artificial intelligence a plus.

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.