Senior Principal Systems Engineer

Required Qualifications

• Master's degree in Systems Engineering, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience that demonstrates the technical breadth expected to lead complex hardware/software systems, with 8+ years of progressively responsible systems-engineering experience.
• Direct experience across the lifecycle of system design, integration, test, verification, deployment, and sustainment.
• Broad technical fluency across electrical engineering, electro-optics, embedded/software systems, mechanical or packaging interfaces, and test engineering, with direct experience in electro-optical or optical communications systems, cameras, lasers, fiber-optic systems, modems, or closely related systems.
• Experience defining and managing requirements, traceability, interfaces, technical baselines, and verification evidence, and developing or using MBSE/digital-engineering artifacts, including Cameo/MagicDraw concepts, SysML models, or equivalent tools.
• Demonstrated ability to lead integration and troubleshooting across hardware, software, firmware, optical equipment, and test systems while coordinating multiple programs and engineering disciplines.
• Strong technical writing, customer engagement, and briefing skills for engineering teams, program management, senior leadership, and customers.
• Demonstrated initiative in identifying material risks, asking the questions that expose them, and taking ownership of resolution.
• Demonstrated ability to distinguish technical symptoms from root causes and drive cross-functional issues to evidence-based resolution.

Ideal Candidate

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with FSO communications, optical networking, satellite or space payloads, airborne systems, maritime/subsea systems, or multi-domain mission systems.
• Experience with mixed-signal electronics, FPGA-based systems, embedded software, modem development, or automated test equipment.
• Experience using Cameo/MagicDraw, DOORS, or comparable requirements and digital-engineering tools; leading formal systems, design, and test-readiness reviews; supporting DoD, NASA, aerospace, defense, or other mission-critical development programs; or serving as a systems-engineering IPT lead, chief engineer delegate, deputy engineering manager, or comparable cross-functional technical leader.
• Our Commitment to You:
• An exciting career path with opportunities for continuous learning and development.
• Research oriented work, alongside award winning teams developing practical solutions for our nation’s security
• Flexible schedules with every other Friday off work, if desired (9/80 schedule)
• Competitive benefits, including 401k matching, flex time off, paid parental leave, healthcare benefits, health & wellness programs, employee resource and social groups, and more
• See more at gdmissionsystems.com/careers/why-work-for-us/benefits
• Workplace Options: This position is fully on-site with Hybrid/Flex available. While on-site, you will be a part of theAnnapolis Junction Team.
• #LI-Hybrid
• This estimate represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors (geographic location, etc.). Actual pay may vary. This job posting will remain open until the position is filled.
• USD $183,381.00 - USD $193,409.00 /Yr.
• General Dynamics Mission Systems (GDMS) engineers a diverse portfolio of high technology solutions, products and services that enable customers to successfully execute missions across all domains of operation. With a global team of 12,000+ top professionals, we partner with the best in industry to expand the bounds of innovation in the defense and scientific arenas. Given the nature of our work and who we are, we value trust, honesty, alignment and transparency. We offer highly competitive benefits and pride ourselves in being a great place to work with a shared sense of purpose. You will also enjoy a flexible work environment where contributions are recognized and rewarded. If who we are and what we do resonates with you, we invite you to join our high-performance team!
• Equal Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans