Engineer - Level 5 : Avionics Design Group Security Clearance

Position: Engineer - Level 5 : Avionics Design Group with Security Clearance
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Space Systems is searching for an experienced Systems Engineer - Level 5 to join the Program Engineering Management (PEM) team supporting the Avionics Design Group (ADG) within the Launch Vehicles (LV) business unit located in Chandler, AZ. This position is 100% onsite. Relocation Assistance may be available. This role will utilize a broad, and deep background in the Aerospace & Defense industry with experience leading multi-disciplined engineering teams to complete avionics development programs.

Essential Functions:

* Manage engineering development programs, including integrated scheduling and program execution

* Provide technical leadership of the multidisciplinary engineering team to support the manufacturing, test, and troubleshooting of NG LV common avionics components in time to meet operations deadlines

* Ensure that technical issues are resolved in timely fashion to minimize disruption of production activities and leads efforts to streamline and improve efficiency

* Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to solve complex issues related to engineering and program management

* Collaborate with other NG functional groups outside of ADG, including Configuration Management, Quality, Mission Assurance, Procurement and Manufacturing

* Provide written and verbal status reports to internal management, communicating technical information clearly to both technical and non-technical personnel

* Assess and evaluate the life cycle of avionics products and how they are implemented in the Launch Vehicle

* Work with LV managers and directors to propose and execute new avionics design efforts.

Basic Qualifications:

* Bachelor's degree in a STEM discipline (Science, Technology, Engineering or Math) with 12 years of related engineering experience; OR a Master's degree in STEM with 10 years of related engineering experience, or a PhD in STEM with 8 years of related engineering experience

* U.S. Citizenship is required

* Ability to obtain US DoD Secret security clearance is required

* Ability to travel 10% is required

* Directly related experience in Program Management and Avionics/Electronics development

* Demonstrated ability to lead multidisciplinary teams in resolving complex technical problems

* Extensive experience managing multiple projects simultaneously

* Experience developing project cost and schedules and managing efforts via Earned Value Management System (EVMS), including Control Account Management

* Thorough understanding of design standards, procurement processes and configuration management

* Ability to work under limited supervision and complete projects on time and on budget

Preferred Qualifications:

* Bachelor's of Science Electrical Engineering, or Master's in Engineering, or Business Administration Degree

* Active DoD Secret security clearance, or higher

* Familiarity with the LV developed common hardware products

* Understanding of MDA MAP and PMAP requirements

* Experience with NG Launch Vehicles internal standards, processes & digital tools

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