Systems Engineer Senior II

Overview

Protecting what matters. Powering the future of naval technology, we develop sonar and radar systems and advance unmanned and underwater platforms that empower the U.S. Navy and allied forces to operate in some of the world’s most complex environments.

Ultra Maritime seeks a highly motivated and detail‑oriented Senior Systems Engineer to support the development of Sonobuoy and related systems. Working closely with RF, Mechanical, Electrical, Acoustic, and Software Engineers, the engineer will guide the system’s development through all phases of the engineering life cycle, provide system‑level trade‑space assessments, and contribute to key strategic approaches for future proposals, IR&D, and additional development activities.

• Guide the development and selection of key technologies for the Navy.
• Develop, analyze, and verify system and subsystem level requirements.
• Plan, review, and execute integration and test events for combined hardware and software systems.
• Provide trade‑space assessments and cost estimation support.
• Lead a small group of systems or mixed‑discipline engineers.
• Manage requirements through DOORS.
• Collaborate with teams throughout all phases of the development lifecycle.
• Work with complex software algorithms and digital signal‑processing hardware.
• Travel as needed (10%).

• U.S. nationality and eligibility for a security clearance.
• Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in a related field.
• At least 9 years of experience within a relevant complex engineering environment.
• Significant experience with sonar systems or similar signal‑processing systems.
• Knowledge of algorithms used for signal processing.
• Experience with systems engineering discipline and rigor.

The expected compensation range for this role is $ – $.

• Climate‑controlled, well‑lit and clean work environment.
• Up to 140 hours PTO in the first year.
• 8 paid holidays with 3 floating holidays.
• 401(k) plan with company match.
• Educational assistance program (tuition reimbursement).
• Wellness program and incentives.
• Company HSA contributions.
• Insurance benefits starting 1st of the month following hire: basic life, AD&D, short‑term and long‑term disability, EAP.
• Voluntary employee‑paid benefits: medical, prescription, dental, vision, supplemental life, supplemental AD&D, accident plan, critical illness plan, hospital indemnity plan, pet insurance, identity theft protection.

Ultra Maritime is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing a workplace that is fair, respectful, and inclusive, and we make employment decisions based on qualifications, merit, and business needs. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, marital status, disability, genetic information, protected veteran status, citizenship status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

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