Senior Mission Systems Engineer - Applied Signal Technology
Overview
We seek a Senior Mission Systems Engineer to lead system development and deployment for national security. This onsite role in Salt Lake City offers flexibility and competitive compensation. The ideal candidate thrives in a collaborative environment focused on innovation and impact.
What You'll Do11
- 1Design and build custom hardware and software systems of high complexity
- 2Lead development and deployment initiatives for protective solutions
- 3Generate briefings and present findings to technical teams and leadership
- 4Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve technical discrepancies
- 5Identify optimization opportunities throughout the system lifecycle
- 6Integrate and validate complex communication systems using Linux environments
- 7Develop automated test scripts to streamline integration processes
- 8Create detailed requirements documents based on stakeholder inputs
- 9Drive system-level designs and control interface development
- 10Participate in bid and proposal activities for strategic projects
- 11Maintain active Top Secret SCI clearance and U.S. citizenship
Requirements10
- 1Minimum 5 years of Systems Engineering experience with hardware and software systems
- 2Proven track record in resolving complex technical problems across system lifecycles
- 3Expertise with Linux distributions and scripting languages like Python
- 4Demonstrated ability to develop high-speed processing hardware and control software
- 5Experience with communication systems, fiber optics, and RF standards
- 6Background in designing, integrating, and testing complex communication infrastructure
- 7Familiarity with signal processing fundamentals and telecommunications protocols
- 8Strong project management skills with ability to work weekends and nights
- 9Active Top Secret SCI clearance valid within 24 months of hire
- 10U.S. citizenship required for security clearance eligibility
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