General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc

Systems Engineering IPT Lead

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc • $130K — $155K *
Englewood, CO 80112In-Person
Aerospace & Defense
11 - 15 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Bachelor's, Master's, or PhD in engineering or a related field with extensive experience (7-12+ years)
  • Prior experience in space domain and satellite design
  • Significant experience as an IPT lead or technical lead preferred
  • Familiarity with tools like Cameo, Magic Draw, DOORS, STK, Atlassian (JIRA, Confluence)
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills for leadership interaction
  • Customer-focused approach with innovative problem-solving abilities
  • Active DoD Top Secret (TS) Security Clearance required

Responsibilities

  • Lead Systems Engineering IPT and ensure technical, cost, and schedule execution for the program
  • Oversee the production of all IPT work products meeting customer requirements
  • Define IMS tasks to achieve program milestones
  • Serve as control account manager for assigned accounts
  • Engage external stakeholders, collaborating with customers, subcontractors, and mission partners
  • Contribute to the development of SE work products using traditional and Model-Based Systems Engineering methods
  • Lead verification of program requirements through assembly, integration, and testing processes

Benefits

  • Diversity and inclusion recognized and valued within the team
  • Opportunities for involvement in internal development and new business initiatives
Full Job Description
Job Summary

Our Space Systems team is looking to add a Systems Engineering Integrated Product Team (IPT) Lead support a small satellite development program. In this role, you'll lead the Systems Engineering IPT and be accountable for cost and schedule execution for the Systems Engineering effort on your assigned program.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Accountable for technical, cost and schedule execution of the program's Systems Engineering IPT.
    • Ensures all IPT work products are produced in accordance with the project plan to satisfy the customer requirements.
    • Ensures all IPT work product are completed on cost and schedule.
    • Define IMS tasks required to complete IPT scope of work to achieve program milestones.
    • Control account manager for assigned control accounts.
  • Provide technical oversight and direction of the Systems Engineering IPT for assigned program. SE IPT typically includes: Mission and Space Vehicle SE, Cyber Security SE, Specialty Engineering, Launch System Integration SE, modeling & simulation, and system-level test.
  • Responsible for external stakeholder engagement for IPT's scope of work frequently collaborating with customers, subcontractors and mission partners.
  • Using traditional and Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) approaches lead and contribute to the development all SE work products which may include:
    • CONOPS
    • System Architecture
    • Requirements and Interface Control Documents
    • Mission and System Analysis
    • Trade Studies
  • Lead effort for program requirement verification through the assembly, integration, and test process, including system-level test.
  • Contributes to conduct of program design and readiness reviews.
  • Collaborating with SE leadership and peers to ensure consistent implementation of SE practices across programs.
  • Opportunities will arise to support internal development and new business opportunities.

We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply.

Job Qualifications

  • Typically requires a bachelors degree, masters degree or PhD in engineering or a related technical discipline from an accredited institution and progressive engineering experience as follows; twelve or more years of experience with a bachelors degree, ten or more years of experience with a masters degree, or seven or more years with a PhD. May substitute equivalent engineering experience in lieu of education.
  • Must have prior experience in space domain and satellite segment design.
  • Prior experience as an IPT lead or technical lead strongly desired.
  • Familiarity with the following tools is desired: Cameo, Magic Draw, DOORS, STK, Atlassian (JIRA, Confluence).
  • Strong communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills are required enabling an effective leadership interface with other departments, all levels of management, professional and support staff, customers, potential customers, and government representatives.
  • Customer focused, formulates plans based on the development of innovative new designs in resolving advanced technical engineering problems. Must be able to work on a self-initiated basis and in a team environment and able to work extended hours and travel as required.
  • Active DoD Top Secret (TS) Security Clearance is required with ability to obtain TS/SCI.

About General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI) is a leading designer and manufacturer of remotely piloted aircraft (RPA) systems, radars, and electro-optic and related mission systems, including the Predator® RPA series and the Lynx® Multi-mode Radar. GA-ASI provides long-endurance, mission-capable aircraft with integrated sensor and data link systems required to deliver persistent situational awareness and rapid strike capabilities. The company is headquartered in Poway, California, and has additional offices and facilities around the world.
Learn more about General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc
Size
14,000 employees
Industry
Aerospace & Defense
Founded
1955
* Ladders Estimates

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