Lead, Systems Engineering; Propulsion

Job Title: Lead, Systems Engineering

Job Code: 33245

Job Location: Ashburn, VA

As the Lead, Systems Engineer, you will be responsible for hardware and software requirements definition, decomposition, allocation, management, verification, and validation of technical products and systems with an emphasis on propulsion subsystem development, analysis, and testing for unmanned aircraft. Primary responsibilities for this role include being the primary interface for critical suppliers, evaluating and testing propulsion subsystems, conducting data analyses, and interfacing with the vehicle design team for integration.

The Agile Development Group (ADG) specializes in developing disruptive, next‑generation technologies for advanced Unmanned Air Systems (UAS/UAV), advanced radar systems, next‑generation weapon systems, and other RF sensor technologies.

• Support development of propulsion subsystem, providing technical guidance to internal engineers as well as external suppliers
• Help perform risk assessment and develop mitigation strategies for complex projects
• Create analyses that support system integration and engineering test efforts of propulsion systems
• Develops or champions new systems, concepts, or technologies.
• Perform trade studies on a variety of systems and components
• Analyze data from ground, chamber and flight test efforts
• Present results during internal and external program meetings
• Responsible for requirements definition, flow‑down and traceability for complex electronic systems
• Participate in proposal activities both cost and technical

• Obtain and maintain any additional clearances as required
• Lifting up to 20 lbs
• 10% travel may be required

• Other duties as required

• Bachelor’s Degree and minimum 9 years of prior relevant experience. Graduate Degree and a minimum of 7 years of prior related experience. In lieu of a degree, minimum of 13 years of prior related experience
• Active DoD Secret security clearance
• System level design experience in which the applicant has been involved in the design and integration of complex hardware/software systems, the definition of multiple interfaces and been involved in the trades of multiple solution options
• Hands‑on experience being involved in system integration, engineering testing, and system performance characterization

• Experience with and an understanding of aerospace systems, especially in the development of integrated hardware/software products
• Strong knowledge of jet engine design, fuel system design, in compressible fluids modeling
• Exposure to/experience with engine or fuel system testing
• Experience leading a small team to complete assigned program tasking
• Experience with Model Based Systems Engineering
• Experience with Matlab, Simulink, Lab View, Python, or C/C++/C#
• Experience in Control Account Management as part of an Earned Value Management System
• Experience in unmanned aircraft or guided weapon systems
• Experience with proposal development including generating basis of estimates
• Experience in development of use cases developed from customer objectives and concepts of operations
• Excellent people skills to include collaborating in a multi‑disciplinary, diverse, and dynamic team environment
• Excellent communication skills (written, verbal, & presentation)
• Experience using Microsoft Office products

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