Senior Electrical Systems Engineer with Security ...

Come join a company where what you do makes a difference. For over 50 years, Danbury Mission Technologies, located in Danbury, CT has forged groundbreaking technologies that have pushed the limits of physics, engineered the impossible, and provided actionable intelligence to keep our Armed Forces and nation safe. We are dedicated to helping you grow your career by using all your talents, insights and experiences in a welcoming team environment. Bring your passion, commitment and curiosity and come grow with us as together we work to make our world a safer place. We have a fantastic opportunity for a Senior Systems Engineer. There are no direct reports to this position. However, you may be responsible for coordinating small engineering teams of varied disciplines. Specific Requirements: * Work with the technical team to establish robust and executable program plans including the identification of tasks, trade studies, modelling and analyses, and risk and opportunity identification and management* Review and assess customer requirements and provide proper requirements management including validation, decomposition, and flow down, specification development, interface control/protocol definition, and technical budgeting* Develop and guide verification including requirements verification matrix development, verification plan development, and preparation of sell-off materials to demonstrate compliance* Evaluate the work and results from the technical team and provide feedback and direction* Communicate and collaborate with the program office, functional management, and technical team members to ensure proper program execution and early issue and risk identificationEducation/Qualifications: Bachelor''s degree in electrical engineering, physics, or related field. Advanced degree preferred. Experience/Qualifications Preferred: * 5+ years of relevant work experience such as systems engineering of complex systems throughout the product lifecycle including requirements validation, decomposition, and flow down, specification development, technical budgeting, and verification* Developing, integrating, and verifying digital control systems employing FPGAs and/or embedded processors* Familiarity with analog electrical considerations including power supplies, board layout and artwork, EMI/EMC management, and cable harness architecture* Familiarity with electrical considerations for thermal vacuum space environments* Familiarity with precision feedback systems such as LVDT, RVDTs, and strain gauges* Familiarity with aerospace protocols such as MIL-STD-1553, RS-422, Ethernet, and SpaceWire* Creating and maintaining electrical interface control documentation* Troubleshooting and root cause analysis* Writing requirements specifications, verification matrices, verification plans, and verification reports* Requirements documentation architecture and process definition using IBM Rational DOORS or other requirements management systems* Evaluation and definition of the optical, mechanical, electrical, and environmental inputs into a system and their influence on overall requirements compliance* Program planning including scope definition and task estimation* Proficient written communication skills including technical writing* Proficient verbal skill including technical presentations with the ability and technical confidence to brief a variety of internal and external customersExperience/Qualifications Desired: * Decomposition of complex systems into logical building blocks and the ability to develop the requisite error budgets and requirements traceability* Development and verification of space-based electronics* Familiarity with optical systems for visible through long wave infrared applications for both imaging and non-imaging systems* Control theory with open and closed-loop feedback* Firmware and software development (e.g., VHDL, C, C++, Python, MatLab)* Use and development of analytical tools such as MatLab for modeling and analysis for system development, evaluation, and verification* Parts, materials, and processes for space environments* Modeling and analysis of EO/IR systems* Concept of operations (CONOPS) development* Technical leadership of cross-functional/discipline teams* Active security clearance is desiredCollaborating with world class experts, you will have the opportunity to develop innovative solutions in fulfillment of our customers'' requirements. We believe in our mission and we believe in supporting our employees. We offer policies and programs that provide opportunities for continual learning, career growth and work/life balance along with a full suite of health and welfare benefits. No sponsorship is available for this position. Position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a US Government Security Clearance. For your information, here is the form the government requires to begin the process of obtaining a clearance: Per company policy, all newly hired employees must be fully vaccinated prior to beginning employment and must provide proof of full vaccination. Federal guidance allows for disability/medical and religious accommodations with respect to the vaccine requirement. Any requested accommodations must be reviewed and approved (if applicable) prior to beginning employment. Danbury Mission Technologies is An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age or any other federally protected class.

Created: 2025-11-15