SYSTEMS ENGINEERING DIRECTOR
DIRECT HIRE
TROY, MI
180-200K
JOB SUMMARY:
Our client is looking for a qualified teammate that will be Responsible for all aspects of system design including Lead Systems Engineering, Requirements and Architecture, Design Integration, Specialty Engineering, Modeling & Simulation, and Product Integration. If you have at least 10 years of experience in delivering large complex US Defense programs and applied working knowledge of Systems Engineering, and have a Master's Degree in Engineering or a related field, we are interested in reviewing your qualifications!
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Direct the systems engineering team to achieve meet program requirements and meet technical objectives
- Provide technical leadership in architecture definition and trades, requirements analysis, CONOPs, algorithms, interface definition, subsystem and component design, procurement, integration, validation and verification
- Provide engineering leadership to all decisions impacting product integrity, system performance, and system functionality
- Creating technical presentations to both internal and external customers
- Communicate status, results, and recovery plans (if needed) to senior and executive management
- Developing and maintain customer relationships
- Partner with the Project Manager to ensure program requirements are met
- Collaborate with technical teams to establish and report engineering metrics/TPMs and provide engineering-approved inputs for EACs and/or proposals, as needed
- Foster body of evidence generation throughout the engineering development lifecycle
- Partner with chief engineers at all levels and centers to ensure appropriate engineering staff
- Support new business development efforts through leading and writing proposals
- Undertake other duties as determined by the VP, Product Engineering
- Direct Report Team of 5 or more, Extended Team of 30 or More
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- BSc Engineering (e.g. Mechanical, Electrical, Systems, Aerospace, Automotive)
- Certificate in Systems Engineering desired (e.g. INCOSE, GfSE)
- 10-15 years' experience in delivering large complex US Defense programs
- Ability to obtain and maintain a government security clearance.
- Applied working knowledge of Systems Engineering with a proven track record of product development throughout the entire product lifecycle
- Experience with bid capture, contract negotiations and delivery planning
- Practical ‘hands on' attitude with the ability to operate independently
- Currently holds or has the ability to obtain SECRET US Defense clearance.
- Detailed knowledge of Military Standards and regulations
- Experience working in a multi-national, multi-organizational and corporate environment
- Experience with engineering and supply chain management in a highly regulated industry
- Detailed knowledge in Systems Engineering and related Standards/Processes
- Ability to present technical solutions to clients and internal stakeholders
- Familiarity with the US DoD ground vehicle requirements
- Knowledge of the US DoD process and procedures for vehicle development and acquisition
- Familiarity with the US Army TACOM / TARDEC organizations
- Must be able to communicate effectively in a variety of settings and be able to assimilate complex instructions easily. Ability to communicate with all levels of management and staff to establish productive relationships. Superior consultation, diplomacy, influencing and negotiating skills is required. Must possess the ability to explain complex concepts in a way that makes sense to someone less knowledgeable about the topic.
- Must demonstrate an enthusiasm to engage with and support overseas colleagues to ensure all staff have the information and opportunity to perform to the best of their abilities.
- Must promote collaboration and facilitate teamwork across the organization and its external service providers. Must be tactful, diplomatic, and work with integrity, honesty, and respect for others.
- Must display exceptional listening and analytical skills in order to understand customer concerns and needs with the ability to respond promptly and effectively to those needs.
- Support and encourage performance by motivating individuals and teams to achieve high performance. Clarify and define the goals and strategies of the organization and successfully communicate this to all. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills are required to work effectively with the US team, suppliers, customer, and corporate parent staff.
- High level of self-motivation and standards with the ability to multi-task; balancing analysis with doing . Must be adaptable and able to prioritize and work under pressure to meet deadlines. Work on own initiative.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Active Secret Clearance, desired
- Ability to speak German desired
- MSc Engineering desired (e.g. Mechanical, Electrical, Systems, Computer, Management)