Advanced Space Systems Engineer (Sign-on Bonus Available)

General Dynamics Mission Systems seeks an Advanced Space Systems Engineer in Scottsdale, AZ onsite. This role focuses on analyzing, designing, developing and testing space-based systems with emphasis on requirements management, system architecture, and verification. A sign-on bonus is available, and eligibility for TS/SCI clearance is required.

Responsibilities

• Analyze, design, develop and test GDMS space systems to ensure integration of software, hardware, reliability, maintainability, safety and other requirements within the total engineering effort
• Perform requirements analysis, definition and management
• Conduct functional and performance analyses
• Engage in system design and trade studies
• Lead systems integration and test (verification) and validation activities
• Define interfaces for system elements
• Formulate operational concepts and conduct mission, functional, cost-benefit and risk analyses
• Develop signal processing architecture and overall system architecture
• Address space-based systems with digital signal processing algorithms implemented in hardware and software
• For highly qualified candidates, work experience with DSP algorithm development for statistical analysis of signal parameter measurements using Detection & Estimation Theory, Random Processes Analysis, and Communications and Information Theory
• Apply MATLAB for DSP using related toolboxes
• Leverage background in Radar Processing
• Utilize DSP techniques for mitigating and processing RF effects
• Include Monte Carlo analysis in assessment workflows
• Phased Array and Beam Forming expertise

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Systems Engineering or a related Science, Engineering, Technology or Mathematics field
• 5+ years of job-related experience, or a Master’s degree plus 3 years of experience
• Must be able to obtain a TS/SCI clearance within a reasonable amount of time from date of hire
• U.S. citizenship is required

Technologies

• MATLAB
• Python
• SysML
• MagicDraw
• Cameo

Benefits

• Career path with opportunities for continuous learning and development
• Research oriented work alongside award winning teams delivering practical security solutions
• Flexible schedules with every other Friday off work under a 9/80 arrangement
• Competitive benefits including 401k matching, flexible time off, paid parental leave, healthcare benefits, health and wellness programs, employee resource groups, and more

What Sets You Apart

• Proven leadership of the systems development life cycle with strong requirements management and system modeling skills
• Creative thinker who applies technical standards to develop effective solutions
• Collaborative team player capable of providing technical leadership and enabling team success
• Strong presentation and communication abilities with negotiation experience to meet customer requirements with win-win outcomes
• Commitment to ongoing professional development for yourself and others
• Identifies opportunities to apply AI for continuous improvement and innovation

Our Commitment to You

• Exciting career path with ongoing learning and development opportunities
• Research oriented work with award winning teams delivering practical solutions for national security
• Flexible schedules with optional 9/80 arrangement allowing every other Friday off
• Competitive benefits including 401k matching, flexible time off, paid parental leave, healthcare benefits, wellness programs, employee resource groups, and more