Senior Principal Systems Engineer - Woburn, MA

Senior Principal Systems Engineer - Woburn, MA Davidson is seeking a Senior Principal Systems Engineer in Woburn, MA. The qualified candidate will support the Missile Defense Sensors (MDS) department. The MDS department delivers cutting-edge expertise in concept development, architectural design, requirements generation and flow-down, modeling and simulation, systems analysis, integration, test, and evaluation of world-class Missile Defense & Sensor Systems. You will play a critical part in the enhancement and modernization of Ground-Based Radar (GBR) Systems. Your contributions will include developing and analyzing system requirements, designing system architectures, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to deliver advanced radar solutions. Job Responsibilities: • Lead the development of architectures and requirements to define, characterize, and document Ground Based Radar (GBR) systems. • Contribute to architectural framework updates, system-of-system functional and performance requirements, detailed algorithm descriptions, test scenario definitions, and verification approaches. • Conduct requirements analysis and benchmarking to validate algorithm designs and ensure system-level performance aligns with operational objectives. • Collaborate closely with software and integration/test engineers to deliver innovative and high-performing radar solutions. Job Requirements: • BS or MS in Engineering, Science, Math or releated discipline • 10+ years experience in an engineering role with system integration and/or test of complex, large scale DOD systems • Deep knowledge of job area/domain expertise (ie Radars/Sensors, Ship Systems, System Integration and Test) • significant experience with system integration and test process, tools and techniques • Experience with Systems Engineering Product Development Cycle • Experience with MATLAB and DOORS • Demonstrated Successful Leadership as a Complex System Integration and/or Complex System Test Lead • Experience developing and presenting technical information/presentations to leaders or customers • Has expert specialty knowledge in Systems Engineering and Integration/Test of complex, large-scale systems; Provides leadership and guidance to teams Desired Competencies: • Experience with radar system concepts including detection, discrimination, tracking, and signal processing algorithms, as well as their behaviors and performance. • Proven experience in system-level requirements development, documentation, maintenance, and/or the design of system-level software architecture. • Hands-on experience in developing and coding system models, algorithms, test vectors, and evaluation tools to analyze radar requirements and performance. • Demonstrated ability to develop, document, and maintain processes, methods, and tools to ensure engineering excellence. • Track record of developing technical solutions to complex engineering challenges. • Proficiency in programming languages such as python, C/C++, Java, and tools like DOORS. • Familiarity with the software development process using Agile methodologies and associated tools, such as JIRA and Confluence. • Strong problem-solving and analytical skills, with a proven history of delivering innovative technical solutions. • Proficiency with the MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.). • Excellent communication skills, including technical writing, oral presentations, and interpersonal skills. • Previous experience interfacing with customers and leading the development of technical solutions for complex user requirements. • Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a geographically distributed team environment. • Experience collaborating across disciplines and communicating effectively with all levels of the organization and external stakeholders. • Advanced Degree in STEM Clearance Requirements: • Currently hold active DoD Secret Clearance.