Senior Systems Architect
San Jose, CA, United States
Basic Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in systems engineering, a related specialized area or field is required plus a minimum of 10 years of relevant experience; or Master's degree plus a minimum of 8 years of relevant experience. Agile experience preferred.
CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS:
Department of Defense TS/SCI security clearance is required at time of hire. Applicants selected will be subject to a U.S. Government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. Due to the nature of work performed within our facilities, U.S. citizenship is required.
Responsibilities for this Position
Position can be based out of any of the following 3 GDMS onsite locations: San Jose, CA; El Segundo, CA; Scottsdale, AZ
Imagine being part of the team that develops the technologies, products and services that help keep our nation safe. The work is important. The technical solutions are challenging. The personal satisfaction is immense. The people you work with are of the highest caliber. This opportunity is waiting for you at GDMS.
As a Senior Systems Architect, you'll be the essential link between our Customers and engineering teams to define concept of operations, architectures, and requirements for our ground-based systems. Apply the system engineering process to lead a team and/or participate in design, integration, test and delivery of the system.
What you will experience:
Technologies that are top-notch, and often top-secret
A team of bold thinkers committed to exploring the art of the possible
Frequent opportunities to gain new knowledge and be a part of its discover
What you bring to the table:
A Bachelor’s degree in systems engineering, a related specialized area or field and a minimum of 10 years of relevant experience or a Master's degree and a minimum of 8 years of relevant experience; Agile experience preferred
The ability to apply RF and communications principles to define the architecture and lead the development of complex systems
A deep understanding of satellite ground systems utilizing communications signal processing and DSP algorithms
Demonstrated successes in applying the system engineering rigor & process for product specification, design, development, integration, test and delivery
Experience in helping to shape and lead all aspects of complex ground systems to include:
RF front-end equipment: ability understand customer requirements and the implications of those that drive implementation complexity
Signal processing subsystems: ability to help define the architecture, perform trades, design for reuse and take advantage of other reuse opportunities
Network & Infrastructure: ability to understand or help define the network and computer infrastructure necessary to host a ground system
Ability to meet with a customer, understand their needs, develop a solution and document that in a whitepaper or business development presentation
What distinguishes you from others:
Experience with helping to design a SIGINT or SATCOM special collection system, to include these efforts: performance modeling and simulation; hardware and software trade studies, and technical evaluation of subcontractors
Working knowledge of the architectures and designs of satellite ground systems
Familiarity with satellite ground systems and communications signal processing
Familiarity with commercial SATCOM networks and protocols
Awareness of emerging SATCOM networks and market trends
An active TS/SCI clearance
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Company Overview
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!
General Dynamics is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer that is committed to hiring a diverse and talented workforce.EOE/Disability/Veteran