Systems Engineer - HPM - 21582 in Hawthorne

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Systems Engineer – HPM – Defense Search

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Are you looking for a new career opportunity with an exciting Defense/Aerospace company?! Then we've got the right team for you! In this role, you're responsible for the duties listed below.

Immediate opening for a Systems Engineer – HPM in Hawthorne, CA who possesses:

• Degree in Physics, Electrical Engineering or related field – advanced degrees are
• Strong expertise in high power microwave systems
• 2+ years of experience in systems engineering – architecting, validating, and developing complex HPM systems
• Hands-on experience with vector network analyzers, oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, and other RF test equipment
• Must hold an active SECRET clearance or higher

Email resumes to aencarnacion@defensesearchusa.com and call 858.427.3668.

FULL DESCRIPTION: 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.

The selected candidate will be responsible for:

• 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
• 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 records retention procedures
• Follows Company design procedures and corporate policies
• Other tasks, as assigned from time to time

The selected candidate will also possess:

• BS, MS, or PhD in Physics, Electrical Engineering, or related field
• Technically proficient System 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 2 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 experience and familiarity with the directed energy & weapon systems industry and integrated systems development
• Experience with simulation tools such as Python, COMSOL Multiphysics, CST Microwave Studio, Ansys HFSS
• Technically proficient in MS Office products

Salary Range: $120-135k/year

For immediate and confidential consideration, please email your resume to aencarnacion@defensesearchusa.com and call 858.427.3668.

More information can be found at www.defensesearchusa.com

Company DescriptionDefense Search is a specialized recruiting and staffing firm dedicated exclusively to the defense & aerospace industry. We place candidates on a contract, contract-to-hire, and direct hire basis.Company DescriptionDefense Search is a specialized recruiting and staffing firm dedicated exclusively to the defense & aerospace industry. We place candidates on a contract, contract-to-hire, and direct hire basis.

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