System Engineer - High Power Microwave at ThinKom Solutions, Inc.
Job Summary
System Engineer– High Power Microwave (HPM) is responsible for conducting architectural assessments, breakdown of the system into components, the component interactions and interfaces, and the technologies and resources to be used in the design. Leads the system design, development, testing, and implementation of all aspects of the HPM System development lifecycle, under the leadership of the given Program Manager. Outlines integrated solutions that meet performance, usability, reliability, and security needs. Develop technical documentation on applications and systems. Facilitates and leads in the evaluation and selection of commercial-off-the-shelf product evaluations. Additional responsibilities include analyzing engineered products to meet customer use-cases and assure compatibility of all physical, functional, and program interfaces to meet system requirements.
Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities
- Works as part of an Integrated Product Team (IPT) as Systems Engineer under the direction of the Director of Systems Engineering and with the given Program Manager
- Support the development of subsystem and system requirements by leading requirements IPT and working group meetings with the customer and subcontractors
- Identify and perform hands-on evaluation of system components
- Review, develop, and document system-level operational concepts
- Provide effective and efficient system engineering support during the conceptual design, detailed design, integration, and test phases of a product development program and production delivery, supporting on-time completion of assigned tasks
- Maintain compliance with DoD contract requirements, including maintaining an active SECRET clearance and ensuring adherence to relevant regulations and standards
- Performs requirement flow-down and traceability and evaluating the verification test results to satisfy requirements
- Drives continuous improvement initiatives in the areas of analysis, monitoring and performance management
- Set systems and test requirements of new products and make decisions relative to system architecture, components selection, and customer use-cases
- Work to support multiple programs / products simultaneously
- Prepare and present design and analysis summary material during internal and external design reviews
- Document system designs using ThinKom records retention procedures
- Follow Company design procedures and corporate policies
- Other tasks, as assigned from time to time
Skills and / or Experience Needed
BS, MS, or PhD in Physics, Electrical Engineering, or related fieldTechnically proficient System Engineer with strong architecture skills, subject matter expertise in High Power Microwave Systems, and solid knowledge of all major components of HPM SystemsMinimum of 2 years of experience in systems engineering, with a track record of successfully architecting, developing, and validating complex High Power Microwave SystemsHands-on expertise with Vector Network Analyzers, oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, and other RF measurement equipmentActive SECRET clearance or the ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance for DoD contractsTechnical experience and familiarity with the directed energy & weapon systems industry and integrated systems developmentExperience with simulation tools such as Python, COMSOL Multiphysics, CST Microwave Studio, Ansys HFSSTechnically proficient in MS Office productsAdditional Skills Desired, But Not Required
Experience working on DoD contracts, with a strong understanding of defense acquisition processes and requirementsLanguage Skills
Interpersonal skills to effectively work with ThinKom people internally as well as working effectively with suppliers and customersAbility to effectively present information in team meetings and design reviews, as neededOther Abilities
Ability to communicate clearly in a well thought out manner, verbal and writtenMust have substantial problem-solving abilitiesAdditional Requirements
US Citizenship required in support of US Government contracts / subcontractsPhysical Demands
Travel up to 10% of the timeThis position uses a computer terminal to access, input, and retrieve dataMay be subjected to interruptions that may cause a change in immediate priorities and / or work focusOccasionally required to stand, walk, sit, stoop, reach, and / or bendMay occasionally lift and / or move files or boxes up to 50 poundsMay be subjected to occasional irregular or extended work hoursMay be required to sit for extended lengths of timeMay be exposed to occasional loud noises, hazardous materials and chemicalsBenefits
ThinKom offer generous benefits including : Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Life, 401k Matching (4%), PTO, paid Holidays and Bonus Plan.
Equal Employment Opportunity
ThinKom Solutions is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.
Drug and Alcohol-free working environment with a zero-tolerance policy
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