Principal Software Engineer -Ongoing Career Opportunity at Leonardo DRS

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Job ID: 111568 The Leonardo DRS Airborne and Intelligence Systems business is a global leader and strategic partner committed to delivering world-class, full life-cycle defense and intelligence products that protect the security of our nation and our allies. From air combat training to state-of-the-art electronic warfare systems, our technology is deployed by virtually all U.S. military and government agencies around the world. Ongoing Career Opportunity This job posting represents an ongoing search for exceptional candidates to join our organization. Although there may not be a current vacancy, we welcome applications from individuals interested in future opportunities, even if you are not actively seeking a new position at this time. We are particularly interested in hearing from individuals who are passionate about our industry and eager to make a difference regardless of your level or career stage. The “Qualifications” listed below may vary depending on the position level and business needs at that time. While we diligently review all applications, please understand that we may not be able to respond to every submission immediately. However, if your skills and experience align with our needs, we will certainly reach out to you in the future. In the meantime, we encourage you to stay connected with our organization on social media or professional networking platforms to receive updates on future opportunities and company news. Your continued interest in our organization is greatly appreciated. Job Summary Involved with the design, development, analysis, testing and debugging of computer software applications and / or systems. May include Image and Signal Processing, Real-time, Firmware, Database Design, Operating Systems, Operator / Machine Interface, or others. Develop software tools including operating systems, compilers, routers, networks, and utilities. Apply strong cryptographic knowledge to secure high-assurance network communication, leveraging advanced IP-based encryption techniques and protocols to protect sensitive data. Determine hardware compatibility. Complete documentation and procedures for installation and maintenance. Interact with users to define system requirements and / or necessary modifications. Job Responsibilities • Responsible for driving technology and completion of activity on time and budget • Design, develop, analyze, document and support testing of products, systems or subsystems • Ability to complete a technical project independently • Mentor and coach other engineers. • Review customer specifications and requirements, and develop designs to best support them, including cost as a key • design variable • Ability to lead major problem resolution efforts and support regaining or attaining customer partner status • Be a key member of the new business capture team • Provide budget, cost and schedule input for design assignments • Document component and subsystem specifications and material requirements • Analyze designs as necessary. Responsible for higher-level product line architecture and providing guidance and oversight to multiple development teams working on different products or technologies to ensure the technologies interoperate or connect to each other appropriately • Actively support pursuit of new business by developing and presenting new concepts, technologies, or application as part of Business Development and Program Manager team. • Develop trusted engineering contacts with the customer. Become a part of the customer's design team, looking out for their best interest. • 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 manufacturing, supply chain, program management and the customer as • required • Participate heavily in preparation of the more complex and significant proposals • Provide technical expertise and assistance to other engineers and support personnel • Interact with technical management, other professionals, technicians and support personnel to coordinate, recommend • and confer regarding technical activities and progress • Support, communicate, reinforce and defend the mission, values and culture of the organization • Attend appropriate engineering, customer or business meetings • May mentor and coach less-experienced engineers • Support, communicate, reinforce, and defend the mission, values, and culture of the organization Qualifications • Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related technical field with a minimum of 8 years of experienceMastery of technologies and domain knowledge • Expected to have knowledge and significant experience in multiple engineering disciplines 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. #AIS

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Job ID: 111568
Ongoing Career Opportunity
Responsible for driving technology and completion of activity on time and budget
Design, develop, analyze, document and support testing of products, systems or subsystems
Ability to complete a technical project independently
Mentor and coach other engineers.
Review customer specifications and requirements, and develop designs to best support them, including cost as a key
design variable
Ability to lead major problem resolution efforts and support regaining or attaining customer partner status
Be a key member of the new business capture team
Provide budget, cost and schedule input for design assignments
Document component and subsystem specifications and material requirements
Actively support pursuit of new business by developing and presenting new concepts, technologies, or application as part of Business Development and Program Manager team.
Develop trusted engineering contacts with the customer. Become a part of the customer's design team, looking out for their best interest.
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 manufacturing, supply chain, program management and the customer as
Participate heavily in preparation of the more complex and significant proposals
Provide technical expertise and assistance to other engineers and support personnel
Interact with technical management, other professionals, technicians and support personnel to coordinate, recommend
and confer regarding technical activities and progress
Support, communicate, reinforce and defend the mission, values and culture of the organization
Attend appropriate engineering, customer or business meetings

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