Systems Integration Engineer III

Sierra Nevada Corp

Sparks, NV

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Adjudication, Aerospace and Defense, Analysis Skills, Bug Tracking Software, Bug Tracking/Defect Management, Configuration Management, Cross-Functional, DoD Clearance, Documentation, Electrical Engineering, Federal Government, Government, Hardware Configuration Management, Hardware-Software Integration, Homeland Security, Integration Testing, Laboratory Testing, Leading Edge Technology, Linux Administration, Management Strategy, Manual Dexterity, Mechanical Engineering, Network Performance/Analysis, Problem Solving Skills, Process Management, Product Lifecycle, Project/Program Management, Quality Assurance Methodology, Radio Frequency, Rapid Prototyping, Regression Testing, Requirements Management, Risk Analysis, Schematics, Secret Clearance, Security Clearance, Simulation, Software Administration, Software Development, Software Testing, Spectrum Analyzers, System Integration (SI), Systems Administration/Management, Systems Engineering, Team Player, Technical Leadership, Technical Writing, Technical/Engineering Design, Test Case, Test Equipment, Test Plan/Schedule, Testing, United States Department of Defense (DoD), United States Military, Validation Testing, Willing to Travel, Writing Skills
LOCATION
Sparks, NV
POSTED
30+ days ago

"Do you pride yourself in being a creative, integrative engineer with a passion for developing revolutionary technical systems in a collaborative and customer-centric environment? Come join our team! As a Systems Integration Engineer III, you''ll lead verification and validation (V&V) activities, oversee complex software and hardware integration, and manage configuration management processes. You''ll be responsible for developing and executing comprehensive test plans, solving and troubleshooting technical problems with expertise, and applying analytical thinking and critical reasoning. Your role will require strong technical writing and documentation skills, and an understanding of systems integration engineering standards and methodologies."

The Mission Solutions and Technologies (MST) business area provides affordable, turn-key command/control, communications, integrated ISR, force protection and security solutions worldwide. The MST team has a long legacy of supporting the Department of Defense, Department of Homeland Security, commercial and international customers with years of experience in platform operations, engineering and full lifecycle management across domains - air, land, sea, space and cyber.

Responsibilities:

  • Manage advanced systems integration tasks with high competence.

  • Manage requirements analysis and ensure alignment with project goals.

  • Oversee comprehensive verification and validation (V&V) activities for both hardware and software systems.

  • Lead, supervise, manage, and perform complex software and hardware integration efforts.

  • Ensure effective configuration management and maintain thorough documentation.

  • Develop and execute comprehensive test plans and troubleshoot complex hardware and software technical issues.

Qualifications You Must Have:

  • Bachelor's degree in Systems Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field.

  • Relevant experience may substitute for education.

  • 6+ years of experience in systems integration or related field.

  • Higher level relevant degree may substitute for experience.

  • Advanced proficiency with integration tools and methodologies.

  • Thorough knowledge of engineering principles and practices.

  • Experience working in multidisciplinary design & development teams.

  • Experience working collaboratively with cross-functional and multidisciplinary teams including software developers, project managers, and technical leads to identify and resolve quality and technical issues in a fast-paced environment.

  • Experience in software testing, including developing and executing test cases, performing regression and integration testing, documenting results, and collaborating with developers to identify, troubleshoot, and resolve software defects throughout the development lifecycle.

  • Understanding and experience with the practical application of requirements development and management, system design, systems integration, hardware and software testing methodologies, technical risk identification, management strategies, and V&V principles.

  • An ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret U.S. Security Clearance with SCI eligibility is required

Qualifications We Prefer:

  • An active Secret U.S. Security Clearance is preferred prior to start

  • Background in the Aerospace and Defense Industry, Government, or US Military.

  • Technical problem-solving skills and ability to develop innovative technical solutions and work effectively in a team environment.

  • Ability to guide technical designs through development into a final deliverable product.

  • Ability to work successfully in a highly collaborative, fast-paced environment emphasizing rapid prototyping and fielding of capabilities, with minimal supervision.

  • Proven successful experience in project definition, simulation, implementation, lab integration and test.

  • Ability to read schematics, use service manuals, follow test procedures, and use logical trouble shooting techniques.

  • Demonstrated initiative in identifying gaps, defining objectives, and developing effective solutions to ensure successful system delivery.

  • Experience with RF troubleshooting and RF test equipment (Network analyzers, spectrum analyzers, power meters).

  • Experience with common bug tracking and requirements tracking tools.

  • Experience with Linux administration, basic networking, servers, network storage devices, and computers.

  • Experience with automation and scripting (e.g. python, shell scripts).

Essential Functions:

  • Ability to lift up to 30 lbs occasionally

  • Ability to work on a computer for extended periods

  • Hand/finger dexterity for integration tasks

  • Ability to work in a hybrid environment with 10-20% travel (2 week trips to customer facility)

This posting will be open for application for a minimum of 5 days and may be extended based on business needs.

SNC offers a generous benefit package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, 401(k) with 150% match up to 6%, life insurance, 3 weeks paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and more.

IMPORTANT NOTICE:

This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret U.S. Security Clearance. U.S. Citizenship status is required as this position needs an active U.S. Security Clearance for employment. Non-U.S. Citizens may not be eligible to obtain a security clearance. The Department of Defense Consolidated Adjudications Facility (DoD CAF), a federal government agency, handles the adjudicative aspects of the security clearance eligibility process for industry applicants. Adjudicative factors which affect the outcome of the eligibility determination include, but are not limited to, allegiance to the U.S., foreign influence, foreign preference, criminal conduct, security violations and illegal drug use.

Learn more about the background check process for Security Clearances.

SNC is a global leader in aerospace and national security committed to moving the American Dream forward. We're known and respected for our mission and execution focus, agility, and disruptive and rapid innovation. We provide leading edge technologies and transformative solutions that support our nation's most critical security needs. If you are mission-focused, thrive in collaborative environments, and want to make our country stronger with state-of-the-art technologies that safeguard freedom, join our team!

SNC is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to an environment free of discrimination. Employment decisions are made based on merit without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran or other characteristics protected by law.

About the Company

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Sierra Nevada Corp

Sierra Nevada Corporation (SNC) is a world-class prime systems integrator and electronic systems provider known for its rapid, innovative, and agile technology solutions. Fast-growing and widely diversified, SNC is a high-tech electronics, engineering, and manufacturing corporation that continues to expand its impressive portfolio of capabilities, programs, products and services.

SNC is a privately held company under the leadership of CEO, Fatih Ozmen, and President and CFO, Eren Ozmen. Over the last 30 years under the Ozmen’s leadership, SNC has remained focused on providing its customers the very best in diversified technologies to meet their needs and has a strong and proven track record of success. Headquartered in Sparks, Nevada, SNC is the Top Woman Owned Federal Contractor in the United States.

Since SNC was founded in 1963, its strong tradition has been to develop and provide high technology Electronics, Avionics, and Communications systems. Investing heavily over the years in people, processes, modern facilities, and the state-of-the-art equipment, SNC continues to enhance our technical advantage to provide innovative and cost-effective solutions to our customer’s requirements. With numerous successful and diverse acquisitions, SNC continues to acquire new capabilities as we expand our tradition of excellence into the areas of Renewable Energy, Telemedicine, Nanotechnology, Cyber, Net-Centric Operations, Microsatellites and Human Space Flight.

SNC employs an extremely talented workforce of over 2100 people most of whom are scientists, engineers, or technical personnel with college or advanced degrees, and all of whom are dedicated to satisfying our customers' needs. Our 7 different Business Areas operate from 31 locations in 16 states along with numerous customer support sites located throughout the world. Please take a look around our website as it provides much more information about SNC to include a detailed de ion of each Business Area and their respective capabilities, programs, products, and services.

COMPANY SIZE
2,500 to 4,999 employees
INDUSTRY
Other/Not Classified
FOUNDED
1963
WEBSITE
http://www.sncorp.com/