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General Atomics

Tyngsborough, MA

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Acceptance Testing, Affirmative Action, Aircraft Piloting, Applications Security, Atlassian JIRA, Calendar Management, Communication Skills, Cross-Functional, Customer Relations, Data Analysis, Debugging Skills, Diversity, DoD Clearance, Documentation Plan, Electric Power Generation, Electricity, Electromagnetism, Engineering, Event Management, Facilities and Maintenance, Federal Laws and Regulations, Field Trials, Genetics, Government, Hardware Components, Integration Testing, Interpersonal Skills, Laser Science, Leadership, Medical Conditions, Military, Network Integration, Network Performance/Analysis, Operations Processes, Oscilloscope, Procedure Development, Programmable Logic Controller (PLC), Programming Tools, Prototyping, Quality Assurance Methodology, Radio Frequency, Reporting Skills, Research & Development (R&D), Risk Management, Security Clearance, Software Engineering, Spectrum Analyzers, Support Documentation, System Integration (SI), System Readiness Review (SRR), System Validation, Systems Administration/Management, Systems Engineering, Technical Presentation, Test & Measurement Equipment, Test Case, Test Equipment, Test Plan/Schedule, Testing, Time Management, United States Citizen, Vehicle Fleets, Willing to Travel, Wireless Communications
LOCATION
Tyngsborough, MA
POSTED
Today
52683BR

Company:


General Atomics


Job Summary:


General Atomics (GA), and its affiliated companies, is one of the world’s leading resources for high-technology systems development ranging from the nuclear fuel cycle to remotely piloted aircraft, airborne sensors, and advanced electric, electronic, wireless and laser technologies.


General Atomics Electromagnetic Systems (GA-EMS) designs and manufactures first-of-a-kind electromagnetic and electric power generation systems. GA-EMS’ expanding portfolio of specialized products and integrated system solutions support critical fleet, space systems and satellites, missile defense, power and energy, and process and monitoring applications for defense, industrial, and commercial customers worldwide.


We are currently hiring a Senior Systems Engineer for Radar Integration and Test who will be a key member within the GA-EMS Radar Technologies department. In this capacity, the Senior Systems Engineer will execute radar subsystem and system integration and test activities to validate capabilities in HWIL Hardware in the Loop (HWIL) and in the field. The Senior Systems Engineer will report into the Senior Manager of Architecture and Systems Engineering within the Radar Technologies group.


DUTIES & RESPONSIBLITIES:


+ Review system requirements and design documentation to support planning integration and test events

+ Perform test planning including development of test sequencing, test cases, test methods, and test inputs to validate component, subsystem, and system requirements and performance

+ Setup and configure integration and test environments (labs, test stands, simulators, Radar test sites, etc.)

+ Physically integrate hardware (HW) components in lab environment and on radar prototypes at test sites, duties include racking of components and integration with power, network, cooling solutions and RF networks

+ Configure, integrate and checkout power and cooling systems to determine readiness for radar integration

+ Develop procedures for radar operations and maintenance

+ Develop site safety plans to mitigate risks associated with high power RF operations

+ Perform electrical and RF testing using equipment such as spectrum analyzers, network analyzers, oscilloscopes, and voltage/current monitors

+ As a member of a multi-disciplinary team, collaborate on backlog planning, implementation approach, and integration and test plans

+ Analyze data from integration events and field tests, troubleshoot and debug issues, and coordinate with development teams to identify fixes or design updates to resolve

+ Develop test reports and present at company technical reviews and internal meetings

+ Prepare and execute reviews with internal and external customers in support of first time power on, radar shipment, and readiness for major test events


We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply.


Job ID#:


52683BR


Job Category:


Engineering


Travel Percentage Required:


0% - 25%


Full-Time/Part-Time:


Full-Time Salary


State:


Massachusetts


Clearance Level:


Secret


Pay Range Low:


128,130


City:


Tyngsborough


Clearance Required?:


Desired


Pay Range High:


229,358


Recruitment Posting Title:


Senior Systems Engineer, Radar Integration and Test


Job Qualifications:


+ Typically requires a bachelors degree, masters degree or PhD in engineering or a related technical discipline from an accredited institution and progressive engineering experience as follows; fifteen or more years of experience with a bachelors degree, thirteen or more years of experience with a masters degree, or ten or more years with a PhD. May substitute equivalent engineering experience in lieu of education.

+ Demonstrates a detailed and extensive technical expertise and application of engineering principles, concepts, theory, and practice with the ability to organize, plan, schedule, conduct, and coordinate workloads to meet established deadlines or milestones with some experience in project leadership.

+ Demonstrated experience with electrical and RF test equipment including spectrum analyzers, network analyzers, oscilloscopes, and voltage/current monitors.

+ Experience leading radar site operations

+ Experience with radar assembly, integration and test (I&T) in factory, or I&T/maintenance facility

+ Must possess the ability to understand new concepts quickly and apply them accurately throughout a fast-paced, R&D environment.

+ Must have strong communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills to effectively interface with other departments, customers, government representatives, and/or professionals.

+ Must be customer focused and able to work on a self- initiated basis or in a team environment.

+ Must be willing to travel for field integration test activities.

+ Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD security clearance required.


DESIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE: 


+ Experience troubleshooting complex systems, use of RF test and measurement equipment

+ Experience with development tools including Confluence and Jira

+ Experience with Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC)

+ Experience with near field and far field integration and test of RF systems

+ Experience with coordinated flight test events

+ Able to communicate and collaborate effectively across disciplines

+ Previous experience working with the Department of Defense


US Citizenship Required?:


Yes


Experience Level:


Senior (8+ years)


Relocation Assistance Provided?:


Yes


Workstyle:


Onsite
General Atomics is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, religious creed, ancestry, gender, pregnancy, sex, sexual orientation, transitioning status, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, genetic information, military and veteran status, marital status, medical condition, mental disability, physical disability, or any other basis protected by local, state, or federal law. In accordance with applicable federal law, General Atomics takes affirmative action to employ and advance the employment of qualified protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. We also prohibit compensation discrimination under all applicable laws. U.S. Citizenship is required for certain positions. To learn more, please review the EEOC’s "Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal" poster.

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