Sierra Nevada Corporation

SNC is seeking a highly experienced and knowledgeable Senior Principal Systems Engineer - Technical Subject Matter Expert (SME) to join our team! This role represents the pinnacle of Systems Engineering technical acumen at SNC and will act as a resource to the entire ISR, Aviation and Security (IAS) Business Area. This role will provide Systems Engineering program support by applying and improving SNC best practices and standard processes. The Technical SME will lead and/or participate in non-advocate reviews, tiger team efforts, Chief Engineer technical interchange meetings, and cross-directorate knowledge sharing. The selected candidate will provide technical mentorship and Systems Engineering sponsorship across various disciplines. Additionally, the role requires active industry involvement to bring cutting-edge knowledge to SNC, advocate for the company, and represent it effectively. The candidate will contribute to proposal and business development by determining technical approaches, aiding in proposal content creation, and evaluating technical material. Furthermore, they will support IAS Functional Engineering by assisting the functional manager with processes and tools and developing the discipline roadmap.

What you can expect:

The opportunity to be part of a growing global success story; a fun, fast-paced work environment and a relaxed, supportive team which encourages personal growth; competitive salary, generous PTO, standard holidays and office closure between Christmas and New Year's; flexible work arrangements. You can also expect:

• Modern Campus setting built with collaborative spaces, spectacular mountain views and natural light throughout
• Generous paid time off and flex time
• Exclusive SNC Company Events
• Free on-site fitness center
• Quick access to walking and biking trails
• State-of-the-art coffee house
• Full-service cafeteria with planned breakfast and lunch options
• Leadership and development training
• SNC Mentorship Program
• World-class 401K program – SNC generously contributes 150% of the first 6% of your eligible compensation
• Relocation Packages
• World-class medical and dental insurance
• Education reimbursement
• Volunteering opportunities

The ISR (Intelligence, Surveillance & Reconnaissance), Aviation, and Security (IAS) business area is a leader in ISR and aviation, it is a leading prime manned and unmanned aircraft systems integrator for innovative, high-performance ISR and aviation systems. Its end-to-end Command, Control, Computers, Communications and Intelligence, Surveillance & Reconnaissance (C4ISR) capabilities encompass design, integration, test, certification, ground/flight training and complete logistics support. IAS tailors solutions to customer cost, performance, and schedule requirements and designs to consistently exceed expectations – with an unrivaled record of on time and on (or under) budget deliveries.

As a member of the IAS Engineering Leadership Team, you will be a pivotal player in shaping and defining how SNC develops technical solutions for aerospace and defense proposals/programs. You will work with Program Teams and various functional organizations to define aircraft and systems level architectures that meet customer requirements. This includes facilitating the start-up and guidance for new groups to jump-start their systems engineering and aircraft architecture journey.

Additionally, the Systems Engineering Technical SME will report directly to the Sr Chief Engineer in this role and will work closely with Chief Engineers and Functional Engineering Managers to develop technical roadmaps, best practices, business proposals and solutions/plans for program execution, and business area execution strategy related to Systems Engineering. Finally, the Systems Engineering Technical SME will represent SNC and IAS with customer and industry communities by participating and volunteering in customer engagements and efforts to advance SNC interests across industry.

Success looks like:

• Ability to support IAS program teams and apply systems engineering principles over the entire life cycle of products from concept definition, system definition, system realization, to system deployment and use in accordance with the SNC & DOD strategies.
• Successfully working with other Technical SMEs and Functional Managers to mature and define best practices in the areas of processes, procedures, and tools related to Systems Engineering.
• Significant experience with DOD customer needs and how to develop and integrate solutions into multiple types of military and commercial aircraft.
• Understanding of Integrated Development Environments as used by multi-disciplines within both traditional systems engineering and Model-Based Engineering activities.
• Presenting in and/or supporting program independent reviews, peer reviews, and gate reviews to define aircraft and systems architectures, identify/mitigate risks, and guide execution teams on developing solutions that meet customer needs.
• Proposal generation and business development activities to include generation of technical and cost volumes, and participation in red team reviews.
• Providing technical mentoring of Chief Engineers, Project Engineers, and Systems Engineers on aircraft and systems architectures that meet DOD and commercial customer needs.
• Establishing and leveraging relationships across SNC business areas and within industry.
• Understanding of Modular Open Systems Approach (MOSA) and its implementation including OMS, UCI, FACE, etc.

Qualifications You Must Have:

• Bachelor's of Science degree in Systems Engineering or related discipline and 16 or more years of relevant experience.
• Higher education may substitute for relevant experience.
• Advanced knowledge of engineering principles and practices.
• Progressive Experience working in multi-disciplinary design and development teams.
• Thorough understanding of requirements management, functional requirements parsing, derivation, and allocation; systems design, systems integration, technical risk identification and management strategies, and Verification and Validation (V&V) principles.
• Demonstrated knowledge of engineering principles and practices related to Systems Engineering.
• Experience working in multi-disciplinary design and development teams.
• Demonstrated leadership of new business initiatives, identification and execution of enterprise development activities and transition to production.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills, reasoning and decision-making abilities.
• Experience communicating and presenting to all levels of the organization including senior executive leadership and customers.
• Experience with Systems Engineering tools and various architecture frameworks, and how to effectively integrate into program execution.
• Possesses an expert-level knowledge of engineering/design principles.
• The ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret Security Clearance is required Learn more about the background check process for Security Clearances.

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Advanced knowledge of industry standard systems engineering design principles, to include, but not limited to architecture, requirements management, Model Based System Engineering (MBSE).
• Demonstrated capability in requirements management and system modelling tools such as DOORS, Jama, Rhapsody, NoMagic, MATLAB.
• Familiarity with emerging systems engineering standards such as SysML 2.0, OpenMBEE, OpenCAESAR, Architecture Description Language (ADL), etc. coupled with the knowledge to effectively incorporate into new program proposals and execution as well as finding opportunities to incorporate into existing programs to improve program performance.
• Exposure to Government Reference Architectures (GRA) and specified modeling-based approaches, standards and profiles.
• Experience or certification in INCOSE standards.
• Background in the Aerospace and Defense Industry.
• Progressive experience leading baseline definition and maturation in a complex development setting, including the use of high impact trade studies and other measures.
• Advanced experience with establishing and tracking key Technical Performance Measurements (TPM).
• Excellent interpersonal skills, highly professional, diplomatic, demonstrated executive-level presence, outstanding stewardship, and relationship building skills.
• Served as an advisor or key contributor on large complex projects, with the accountability to ensure successful execution of the program plan.
• Nationally recognized SME and highly respected within the customer communities.
• Participates in industry community for respective area of expertise, such as relevant associates, committees, conferences, publications, standards development, etc.
• Experience in career development of technical staff through training and mentorship.
• Develops advanced technological ideas and innovative solutions for product development.
• Understanding and knowledge of Agile (SCRUM) techniques and activities.
• Experience supporting DOD programs and customers.
• Active Secret or Top Secret/SCI Security Clearance.

At Sierra Nevada Corporation (SNC) we deliver customer-focused technology and best-of-breed integrations in the aerospace and defense sectors. SNC has been honored as one of the most innovative U.S. companies in space, a Tier One Superior Supplier for the U.S. Air Force, and as one of America’s fastest-growing companies. Learn more about SNC

Estimated Starting Salary Range: $189,761.74 - $260,922.39. Compensation varies depending on a wide array of factors, such as candidates' key skills, relevant work experience, and education/training/certifications. The disclosed range estimate may be adjusted for any applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled.

SNC offers annual incentive pay based upon performance that is commensurate with the level of the position.

SNC offers a generous benefit package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, 401(k) with 150% match up to 6%, life insurance, 3 weeks paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and more.

IMPORTANT NOTICE:

This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret U.S. Security Clearance. U.S. Citizenship status is required as this position needs an active U.S. Security Clearance for employment. Non-U.S. Citizens may not be eligible to obtain a security clearance. The Department of Defense Consolidated Adjudications Facility (DoD CAF), a federal government agency, handles the adjudicative aspects of the security clearance eligibility process for industry applicants. Adjudicative factors which affect the outcome of the eligibility determination include, but are not limited to, allegiance to the U.S., foreign influence, foreign preference, criminal conduct, security violations and illegal drug use.

Learn more about the background check process for Security Clearances.

SNC is a global leader in aerospace and national security committed to moving the American Dream forward. We’re known and respected for our mission and execution focus, agility, and disruptive and rapid innovation. We provide leading edge technologies and transformative solutions that support our nation’s most critical security needs. If you are mission-focused, thrive in collaborative environments, and want to make our country stronger with state-of-the-art technologies that safeguard freedom, join our team!

SNC is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to an environment free of discrimination. Employment decisions are made based on merit without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran or other characteristics protected by law.