Principal Systems Engineer - SME Edge Compute

OverviewJob Title: Principal Systems Engineer - SME Edge ComputeAs a Principal Systems Engineer, you will interact with DOD customers as well as other customers using PacStar equipment in tactical networks to understand their needs and then help the software, hardware, and networking development teams create solutions to meet those needs. Your primary focus will be on the development, testing, and productization of PacStar Communications products.This position requires frequent hands-on work with other members of the product development team, as well as with Product Line Management. Your collaboration with team members will drive the overall success of the PacStar product system execution for specific product lines and application areas, including tactical communications, edge processing, and networking technologies. By evaluating market needs, establishing technical requirements and identifying technical solution gaps, you will be part of a cohesive team that develop and deliver new and innovative solutions to our customers, supporting our sound business growth.You will be required to travel (up to 25%) to various customer/technology partner sites to capture and/or convey technical solution sets associated with the assigned product, and to give demonstrations and training.Location: Portland ORWe Take Care of Our People: Paid Time Off, 401K with Employer Match and Profit Sharing, Health and Wellness Benefits, Learning and Development Opportunities, Referral Program, Competitive Pay, Recognition, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, Inclusive & Supportive CultureResponsibilitiesDirect experience with rugged compute or networking products used in SWaP constrained and DDIL environments; strong working knowledge of AI/ML and data processing workflows, local and cloud-based computing environments, and network architecture is highly desirableCollaborate with internal and external product stakeholders to translate marketing level requirements into detailed system requirements and architecture, work with existing and develop new technology partners to develop products from inception through development and V&V to full rate production deliveryEnsure that our products and technical solutions provide market differentiation through features, price, services, support, or other key customer value propositions, resulting in increased market share and revenue growthDevelop and implement technical strategies for existing and new products; prepare technical operational use cases that ensure an understanding of the operational objectives of target markets; translate those into baseline technical reference designs that result in integrated solutions for the customerWork with hardware engineering, CTO and Marketing team to develop technical solutions that meet emerging market needs including feature sets, technical specifications, Design to Cost targets, pricing models, and related activitiesWork with Product Line Manager to provide systems approaches to address customer requirements and provide technical input on solution proposalsProvide Subject Matter Expertise (SME) to customers and sales colleagues with pre-sales technical and application knowledge, and innovative product and application insightsWork with the marketing and product management teams to support creation of technical white paper and thought leadership materials.Support third-party collaborative product development, and support cooperative marketing/sales and business capture activitiesParticipate in industry working groups to contribute and gain insights to industry open standards evolution and influence industry standards where neededOther job duties as assignedWhat you bringA relevant engineering degree, or equivalent experience10 or more years of relevant, progressive experience in System Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Hardware Engineering or Computer NetworkingUS citizenship, residenceA working knowledge of technology, system architecture, hardware, software, AI/ML and related support requirements within the Defense and Aerospace marketsKnowledge of embedded computing systems architecture, hardware, software, and application within the military/aerospace industry, including familiarity with some, or all, the following technologies:Experience with ruggedized product design under MIL-STD-810H or similarStrong working knowledge of x86 and Arm based systems, including performance and power efficiency characteristicsStrong working knowledge of LAN and WAN, wired and wireless, networking technologiesStrong understanding of GPU and FPGA system design, applications and tradeoffs between different computing technologies, CPU, GPU, NPU, FPGA.Familiarity with Cybersecurity standards, systems design, and implementationFamiliarity with operating systems, Windows, Linux, virtualization and containerizationAn existing US security clearance or the ability to obtain and maintain security clearance to Secret level within 24 months preferableExperience in the U.S. DoD environmentUnderstanding of basic networking concepts such as routing and switchingUnderstanding of basic security concepts such as encryption and PKIAbility to work with cross-functional teams to deliver on a common goalGood communication, presentation, and leadership skillsAble to travel to customer sites with little noticeAccuracy and attention to detail is a mustMust be able to self-organize workloads and manage all deadlinesWho We AreOur Values, Environmental, Social and Governance. Pacific Star Communications, a Curtiss-Wright company, designs, manufactures and integrates hardware and software systems that enable rapid deployment of enterprise-class communications anywhere in the world. IQ-Core Software simplifies setup and enables management of these complex deployed networks by users with limited training. Our systems are used in mission-critical environments including military and disaster recovery - that demand the highest possible levels of quality. Innovation, creativity, and quality are built into our DNA here at PacStar and we look for the same in our employees. We offer a rewarding environment in which our employees can thrive.#LI-YH1No unsolicited agency submittals please. Agency partners must be invited to participate in a search by our Talent Acquisition Team and have signed terms in place prior to any submittal. Resumes submitted directly to any Curtiss-Wright employee or affiliate will not qualify for payment, and therefore become the property of pliance StatementThis position may require exposure to export-controlled information and subject to additional security screening. In the event information provided during the security screening reveals ineligibility to access export-controlled information, any offer of employment may be reconsidered or withdrawn.Curtiss-Wright is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, disability, or any other legally protected status. 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Created: 2025-10-08