Principal Systems Engineer

Your work here has global impact. From developing sonar and radar systems to advancing unmanned and undersea platforms our technologies empower the U.S. Navy and allied forces to operate in some of the worlds most complex environments.

As the maritime and underwater battlespace evolves we continue to push boundariesdriven by innovation accountability and a shared commitment to excellence.

Join us as we shape the future of naval warfaresafeguarding the seas and strengthening navies worldwide.

Nationality Requirements

Due to the nature of the programs we support certain roles may require candidates to meet U.S. nationality requirements and be eligible to obtain a security clearance.

Position Summary

Job Description

Ultra Maritime is searching for a highly motivated and detail oriented Principal Systems Engineer to support the development of Radar systems. Working closely with RF Mechanical Electrical and Software Engineers the Principal Systems Engineer will guide the development of the Radar System from initial design through finalization of the design and finally through the integration and test events. The Principal Systems Engineer is expected to provide system level trade-space assessments of approaches working with the Project Engineer to determine the benefit trade-offs. At Ultra Maritime the Principal Systems Engineer will have the opportunity to guide the development and selection of key technologies for the Navy and will have the opportunity to work with complex software algorithms and cutting-edge digital signal processing hardware. The Systems Engineer will have the opportunity to contribute to key strategic approaches for future proposals IR&D and additional development activities.

Primary Experience:

• Strong attention to detail and work ethic.
• Knowledge of proper systems engineering discipline and rigor required for disciplined systems development.
• Significant experience with Radar systems or similar signal processing systems.
• Experience and knowledge of algorithms used for navigation periscope detection discrimination or other parts of traditional Radar signal processing.
• Laboratory knowledge including setup and use of Linux-based system integration test and execution.
• Experience planning reviewing and executing integration and test events for combined hardware and software systems
• Review/provide technical inputs and cost estimation support
• Ability to document and specify system and subsystem level requirements.
• Experience working with a team to jointly develop a system during all phases of the development lifecycle.
• Review/provide technical input and cost estimation support.
• Provide systems engineering leadership to a small group of systems or mixed discipline engineers.
• Willingness to travel (10%).

Preferred Experience: (Optional)

• Strong team and individual-based problem solving skills
• Automated testing of software baselines
• Knowledge of Navy platforms or common Navy platforms interfaces.
• Knowledge or understanding of X-band system trade-offs.
• Experience working with MIL STDs for all types of test requirements (MIL-STD-454 MIL-STD-901 etc.).
• Matlab Mathcad or other Modeling Languages.

Qualifications:

• 12 years with BS Degree in Systems/EE Engineering or related discipline

Typically a Bachelor Degree (or equivalent) in a related field and 12 years of experience in a range of roles within a relevant complex engineering environment.

May be required to maintain security clearance.

What Ultra Maritime Offers You

At Ultra Maritime we invest in our employees and their well-being:

• Climate controlled well-lit and clean work environment!

• Work/life balance that includes up to 140 hours PTO for first year

• 8 Paid Holidays with 3 floating holidays

• 401k Plan with Company Match

• Educational Assistance Program (Tuition Reimbursement)

• Wellness Program and incentives

• Company HSA contributions

• Insurance Benefits that start 1st of the month following hire

• Eligibility in Company Performance-based bonuses annually

• Additional Employee Discounts and Perks

Company-Paid Benefits:

• $75 monthly student loan repayment program

• Basic Life Insurance

• Basic Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance

• Short Term Disability

• Long Term Disability

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Voluntary Employee-Paid Benefits:

• Medical and Prescription insurance

• Dental insurance

• Vision insurance

• Supplemental Life Insurance Plans

• Supplemental AD&D insurance for Employee and Family

• Accident Plan

• Critical Illness Plan

• Hospital Indemnity Plan

• Pet Insurance

• Identity Theft

Reasonable accommodation statement: if you need an accommodation for any part of the application process please email

Equal Opportunity Employer

Ultra Maritime is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing a workplace that is fair respectful and inclusive and we make employment decisions based on qualifications merit and business needs.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex (including pregnancy childbirth or related medical conditions) sexual orientation gender identity age national origin ancestry ethnicity marital status disability genetic information protected veteran status citizenship status or any other status protected by applicable federal state or local law.

As a U.S. defense contractor Ultra Maritime maintains strict standards related to integrity compliance and security.

We operate a drug-free workplace and where permitted by law may conduct pre-employment background checks and substance-abuse screening based on role requirements.

Company: Ultra Maritime

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