Principal Software Engineer

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Beavercreek, OH, US, 45431

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The Leonardo DRS Airborne and Intelligence Systems business is a global leader and strategic partner committed to delivering world-class, full life-cycle defense and intelligence products that protect the security of our nation and our allies. From air combat training to state-of-the-art electronic warfare systems, our technology is deployed by virtually all U.S. military and government agencies around the world.

This job posting represents an ongoing search for exceptional candidates to join our organization. Although there may not be a current vacancy, we welcome applications from individuals interested in future opportunities. We are particularly interested in hearing from individuals who are passionate about our industry and eager to make a difference regardless of your level or career stage.

While we diligently review all applications, please understand that we may not be able to respond to every submission immediately. However, if your skills and experience align with our needs, we will certainly reach out to you in the future.

Involved with the design, development, analysis, testing and debugging of computer software applications and/or systems. May include Image and Signal Processing, Real-time, Firmware, Database Design, Operating Systems, Operator/Machine Interface, or others. Develop software tools including operating systems, compilers, routers, networks, and utilities. Apply strong cryptographic knowledge to secure high-assurance network communication, leveraging advanced IP-based encryption techniques and protocols to protect sensitive data.

Determine hardware compatibility. Complete documentation and procedures for installation and maintenance. Interact with users to define system requirements and/or necessary modifications.

• Responsible for driving technology and completion of activity on time and budget.
• Design, develop, analyze, document and support testing of products, systems or subsystems.
• Ability to complete a technical project independently.
• Mentor and coach other engineers.
• Review customer specifications and requirements, and develop designs to best support them, including cost as a key design variable.
• Ability to lead major problem resolution efforts and support regaining or attaining customer partner status.
• Be a key member of the new business capture team.
• Provide budget, cost and schedule input for design assignments.
• Document component and subsystem specifications and material requirements.
• Analyze designs as necessary. Responsible for higher-level product line architecture and providing guidance and oversight to multiple development teams working on different products or technologies to ensure the technologies interoperate or connect to each other appropriately.
• Actively support pursuit of new business by developing and presenting new concepts, technologies, or application as part of Business Development and Program Manager team.
• Develop trusted engineering contacts with the customer. Become a part of the customer's design team, looking out for their best interest.
• Specify and evaluate supplier components, subsystems and services.
• Support the program design to cost and design for manufacture requirements.
• Develop prototypes to retire key development risks.
• Communicate clearly (written and oral) with manufacturing, supply chain, program management and the customer as required.
• Participate heavily in preparation of the more complex and significant proposals.
• Provide technical expertise and assistance to other engineers and support personnel.
• Interact with technical management, other professionals, technicians and support personnel to coordinate, recommend and confer regarding technical activities and progress.
• Support, communicate, reinforce and defend the mission, values and culture of the organization.
• Attend appropriate engineering, customer or business meetings.
• May mentor and coach less-experienced engineers.

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related technical field with a minimum of 8 years of experience. Mastery of technologies and domain knowledge.
• Ex…