System Integration & Test Engineer

Job ID: 109190

DRS RADA Technologies, a subsidiary of Leonardo DRS, is focused on proprietary radar solutions and legacy avionics systems supporting the defense industry globally. The company is a global pioneer of AESA tactical radars for active military protection, counter-drone applications, critical infrastructure protection, and border surveillance.

Job Summary

DRS RADA Technologies is seeking System Integration & Test Engineers to focus on test and evaluation of radar systems. Your immediate focus will be on operational testing of the systems we build here in the US. Testing will involve radars, may include other counter-defensive components, command and control systems, and tests may be performed in stationary configurations or on-the-move configurations on land vehicles or ships and may be performed locally, at customer sites, or test ranges.

Duties include participating in a complex integration program; establish methods and techniques, write integration procedures and reports, and conduct integration utilizing comprehensive knowledge of complex subsystems.

DRS RADA Technologies USA operates in a collaborative environment which is characterized by respect for the individual, problem solving in a team setting, consensus-oriented solutions, and results-based recognition.

Job Responsibilities

• Involved with the analysis, design, development, and implementation of new and/or existing systems/sub-systems. May include Architectural Design, Requirements Engineering, or others.

• Determine system specifications. Support acquisition of hardware and software (or subcontractor services as needed).

• Responsible for technical activity and completion of assigned tasks on time and budget.

• Design, develop, analyze, document, and support testing of products, systems, or subsystems.

• May use computer-aided engineering or other design/analysis software in the performance of assignments.

• Report progress and status regularly.

• Review customer specifications and requirements and, under direction, develop designs to best support them, including cost as a key design variable.

• Provide budget, cost, and schedule input for design assignments.

• Specify and evaluate supplier components, subsystems, and services.

• Support the program design to cost and design for manufacture requirements.

• Develop prototypes to retire key development risks.

• Communicate clearly (written and oral) with other company personnel and the customer as required.

• Participate in the preparation of less-complex proposals.

• Provide technical knowledge and assistance to other engineers and support personnel.

• Support, communicate, reinforce, and defend the mission, values, and culture of the organization.

• Attend appropriate engineering, customer, or business meetings.

• Develop and/or support development of systems engineering artifacts such as System/Subsystem Requirements Documents (SRD), Requirements Traceability Matrix (RTM), and Test and Evaluation Master Plan (TEMP).

• Develop TEMP, and associated test plans, procedures, and reports.

• Perform and/or support test of radar systems at the RADA USA facility, in the field, and at customer locations or test ranges.

• Analyze operational test performance against requirements, identify deficiencies, maintain test discrepancy database, recommend corrective actions, and collaborate with engineers/developers to correct deficiencies.

• Lead and/or support integration of radars into counter-defensive systems.

• Perform regular cybersecurity scans and apply Windows patches and STIGs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or related technical field or equivalent experience and a minimum of 3 years of integration engineering experience on a development contract including systems/hardware integration and troubleshooting

• DOD Secret clearance or ability to obtain a clearance

• Competent technical expertise and application domain knowledge

• Ability to work independently

• Ability to analyze system problems and communicate issues to the engineering team.

• Systems engineering experience on US DOD projects

• Interpersonal skills with a history of customer interaction experience

• Strong analytical skills

• Experience preparing and executing Integration procedures

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience developing TEMP and other test plans supporting US DOD customers

• Working knowledge of Atlassian Suite Tools (JIRA)

• Prior experience integrating complex hardware/software systems

• Prior experience operating radar systems

• Experience in applying Security Technical Implementation Guide controls

• Experience in working with vulnerability tools (Nessus, OpenVAS)

• Experience in working with Security Control Assessment Protocol (SCAP) and related tools (e.g., SCAP Compliance Checker or OpenSCAP)

• Familiarity with DevOps environments as a test engineer

Travel

• up to 10%Travel

U.S. Citizenship required. This position requires an active DOD security clearance or the ability to obtain such clearance within a reasonable time after commencement of employment.

Taking care of our people is a top priority at Leonardo DRS. We are proud to offer competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, a company contribution to a health savings account, telemedicine, life and disability insurance, legal insurance, and a 401(k) savings plan. We champion wellness programs that focus on physical, emotional, and financial well-being. We develop our talent by offering programs and activities to support career-growth, professional development, and skill enhancement. And we understand there is more to life than work, and the importance of offering flexible work schedules with our 9/80 program, competitive vacation, health/emergency leave, paid parental leave, and community service hours.

• Some employees are eligible for limited benefits only

Leonardo DRS, Inc. and its subsidiaries and affiliates are equal opportunity employers and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Our Mission

To build shareholder value through a commitment to high ethical standards and a superior performance culture focused on customers, employees, financial results and corporate citizenship.

Our Vision

To be the leading mid-tier defense technology company in the U.S.

Our Values

The DRS culture is defined by our Core Values and Principles:

• Integrity

• Agility

• Excellence

• Customer Focus

• Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

• Innovation

We strive to uphold them in all aspects of our business practices to inspire our employees and provide outstanding support for our customers.

Leonardo DRS, Inc. is committed

to building a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued. We are committed to building a workplace where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. At Leonardo DRS, we believe that a diverse and inclusive environment makes us a stronger Company. We embrace different points of view, respect one another in the workplace, and understand that an inclusive environment furthers creativity, innovation, and business performance.

For additional information on Leonardo DRS, please visit our website at www.leonardodrs.com

Nearest Major Market: Washington DC