Hybrid Systems Engineering – Functional Lead

at Sierra Nevada Corporation

• Job title: Systems Engineering – Functional Lead
• Job type: Full Time
• Experience level: Senior
• Salary: $143,487 - $197,295 per year
• Degree requirement: Bachelor's Degree
• Location requirements: Hybrid, Englewood, United States

About the role

• Functional Lead for Systems Engineering at SNC ISR, overseeing SE processes, tools, and training for effective execution

Responsibilities

• Support the Systems Engineering discipline through mentorship, talent calibration, hiring, program reviews, and communication
• Work closely and align with IAS SE SME in developing and implementing the strategic 3-5-10 year SE roadmap
• Hold responsibility for the execution of 1-year tactical roadmap for Systems Engineering
• Lead specialized SE team to support functional and program needs across IAS
• Establish and manage processes for Systems Engineering execution and technical excellence at SNC
• Including document creation, instruction generation, reference authoring, and the continuous improvement of all SE documentation, ensuring alignment with current Aerospace and Defense industry standards
• Chart the course for current and future tool implementation at SNC
• Stay informed on current and emerging SE technologies and methodologies through internal and external communities of practice
• Support product realization team in SE tool trade studies, capability assessments, user checkout, and tool adoption
• Support external training selection as well as development, administration, and support of general or specialized internal training for all SNC Systems Engineers
• Identifying, analyzing, and mitigating risks throughout the project lifecycle
• Managing changes to system configurations and maintaining documentation to ensure consistency and traceability
• Implementing processes to evaluate and control changes to the system design and documentation
• Working closely with Program Managers and Project Engineers to help with planning and managing of project schedules, resources, and budgets to ensure timely and cost-effective completion

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Civil Engineering, Systems Engineering or other related disciplines
• typically 10 or more years of relevant experience
• A working understanding of systems engineering principles and practices as specified in ISO/IEC/IEEE 15288 and INCOSE SE Handbook v5
• Working knowledge and proficiency with SE related tools including Jama, Cameo Enterprise Architecture, DOORs etc
• Ability to work in multi-disciplinary design and development teams including electrical, software, mechanical, test, certification, cyber, network and infrastructure, mission engineering, etc
• Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE): Expertise in MBSE tools such as MagicDraw/Cameo Systems Modeler, IBM Rational Rhapsody, or Enterprise Architect to create and manage system models spanning the Systems Engineering lifecycle
• Requirements Management: Requirements Elicitation and Analysis, Ability to capture, analyze, and document stakeholder needs and translate them into technical specifications
• Proficiency in using SysML, UML, or other modeling languages to create system architecture and detailed designs
• Experience with Integration and Interface Management, designing and managing system interfaces to ensure compatibility and integration of subsystems
• Familiarity with government reference architectures and how to align solution architectures.
• Proficient with identifying, analyzing, and mitigating risks throughout the project lifecycle
• Familiarity with conducting safety assessments, including Failure Modes and Effects Analysis (FMEA) and Fault Tree Analysis (FTA), to identify and mitigate potential hazards
• Proficient in developing and executing test cards or plans to verify that the system meets all requirements and functions as intended
• Demonstrated experience ensuring that modifications comply with relevant standards and regulations, such as those set by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) or military standards.
• The ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret U.S. Security Clearance is required

Benefits

• medical, dental, and vision plans
• 401(k) with 150% match up to 6%
• life insurance
• 3 weeks paid time off
• tuition reimbursement
• annual incentive pay based upon performance