Systems Engineer - High Power Microwave Architect

Job Summary:

System Engineer– High Power Microwave (HPM) Architect 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 Lead 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
• Provides 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
• Sets systems and test requirements of new products and makes decisions relative to system architecture, components selection, and customer use-cases
• Works to support multiple programs/products simultaneously
• Prepares and presents design and analysis summary material during internal and external design reviews
• Documents system designs using ThinKom records retention procedures
• Follows 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, Material Science & Engineering, or related field
• Technically proficient Systems Engineer with strong architecture skills, subject matter expertise in High Power Microwave Systems, and solid knowledge of all major components of HPM Systems
• Minimum of 12 years of experience in systems engineering, with a track record of successfully architecting, developing, and validating complex High Power Microwave Systems
• Hands-on expertise with Vector Network Analyzers, oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, and other RF measurement equipment.
• Active SECRET clearance or the ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance for DoD contracts
• Technical leadership experience and familiarity with the directed energy & weapon systems industry and integrated systems development
• Experience with simulation tools such as MATLAB, Simulink, Python, COMSOL Multiphysics, CST Microwave Studio, Ansys HFSS
• Technically proficient in MS Office products
  
  
  

Additional Skills Desired, but not required:

• Extensive experience working on DoD contracts, with a strong understanding of defense acquisition processes and requirements
  
  
  

Language Skills:

• Interpersonal skills to effectively work with ThinKom people internally as well as working effectively with suppliers and customers
• Ability to effectively present information in team meetings and design reviews, as needed
  
  
  

Other Abilities:

• Ability to communicate calmly in a well thought out response, verbal and written
• Must have substantial problem-solving abilities
  
  
  

Additional Requirements:

• US Citizenship or lawful permanent residence in the U.S. required in support of US Government contracts/subcontract
  
  
  

Physical Demands:

• Ability to travel up to 10% of the time.
• This position uses a computer terminal to access, input, and retrieve data.
• This position may be subject to interruptions that may cause a change in immediate priorities and/or work focus.
• While performing duties to this position, employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, sit, stoop, reach, and/or bend.
• May occasionally lift and/or move files or boxes up to 40 pounds.
• May be subjected to occasional irregular or extended work hours.
• May be required to sit for extended lengths of time.
• Must be able to work in an environment that may be subjected to occasional loud noises, hazardous materials and chemicals.
  
  
  

ThinKom offer generous benefits including: Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Life, 401k Matching (4%), PTO, paid Holidays and Bonus Plan.

ThinKom Solutions is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

ThinKom Solutions is a Drug and Alcohol free working environment with a zero-tolerance policy.