Job Description
Who We Are:
Join the Tactical Products Department helping us expand and develop radar and electronics intelligence capabilities such as target detection/tracking/processing, tactical displays, and antenna advancements on mobile platforms.
Objectives of this Role:
- Design architectures within a high growth environment and then lead a multi-disciplinary team to develop, integrate, and test complex systems.
- Work collaboratively to establish hardware requirements for complex radar processing hardware (ELINT).
- Interact directly with clients and company staff to establish system requirements and design architectures that meet client expectations.
- Support Department management in specific marketing activities, writing proposals, and developing product/technology roadmaps.
Daily and Monthly Responsibilities:
- Develop complex radar electronics intelligence capabilities for new, sustainment and modernization programs.
- Develop, integrate, and test hardware/firmware/software within complex intelligence systems (ELINT). This may include leading a multi-disciplinary team.
- Meet with internal and external customers to establish technical requirements and facilitate development of specification documents and system architectures.
- Lead trade studies within and across the relevant domains.
- Support department roadmaps, IRAD's, marketing, and Strategic planning.
Requirements:
- Requires a Bachelors degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering or related Engineering degree with related experience.
- 8+ years: Experience designing electronic intelligence system architectures, microwave frequency antennas, and radar signal processing systems.
- 5-10 years: Experience developing, deriving, allocating and testing complex microwave/radar processing system requirements.
- 5-10 years: Experience leading engineering teams.
- A valid/clear driver's license is required.
Numbers & Facts
| Location | San Antonio, TX |
| Industry | Engineering Services |
| Company Size | 2,000 to 2,499 employees |
| Year Founded | 1947 |
| Website | http://www.swri.org/ |
Benefits
Paid Sick Days, Parking, Professional Development, Employee Referral Program, Flexible Spending Accounts, Employee Events, Retirement / Pension Plans, Tuition Reimbursement, Health Care on Site, Merchandise Discounts, Military Leave, On Site Cafeteria
About Company
We are R&D problem solvers providing independent, premier services to government and industry clients. Our multidisciplinary nature allows us to rapidly assemble diverse teams to tackle problems from multiple directions. We push the boundaries of science and technology to develop innovative solutions that advance the state of the art and improve human health and safety. Operating as a nonprofit since our 1947 inception, we work in the public’s best interest and toward the betterment of mankind. At SwRI, we tirelessly pursue innovation and excellence in science and technology for the betterment of humankind. We support work on nearly 4,000 client projects at any given time through a wide range of technical competencies with 2,574 staff members in nine technical divisions. Client services include, but are not limited to, Automotive and Transportation, Biomedical & Health, Chemistry & Materials, Computers and Electronics, Defense & Security, Earth & Space, Energy & Environment, and Manufacturing & Construction.
TECHNICAL DIVISIONS
- Applied Physics-Developing advanced electronic and microelectronic devices, power supplies, voice and data communication systems, robot test services, and payloads
- Applied Power-Using physical science research and applied engineering to produce sensors, instruments, and hardware used worldwide.
- Center for Nuclear Waste Regulatory Analyses-Resolving technical and regulatory issues related to a potential geologic repository for spent nuclear fule and high-level radioactive waste.
- Chemistry and Chemical Engineering-Performing research and technical services using chemistry and chemical engineering technology.
- Defense and & Intelligence Solutions-Providing advanced direction finding and tracking systems through geolocation system development.
- Fuels and Lubricants Research-Performing fuels and lubricants research activities to meet regulatory and competitive goals.
- Intelligent Systems-Providing engineering services in resaerch and development of complex systems and equipment.
- Mechanical Engineering-Improving safety, reliability, efficiency and life of new or existing mechanical components or systems.
- Powertrain Engineering-Designing and developing vehicle and engine components to achieve performance and emissions goals.
- Space Science & Engineering-Developing and managing advanced scientific payloads aboard satellites and sounding rockets.
PRESIDENT'S MESSAGE
Innovation in science and technology has been a hallmark of Southwest Research Institute since its earliest days. It's no exaggeration to say we are committed to advancing science and applying technology to benefit government, industry, and all humankind. That is our mission. Our multidisciplinary, collaborative approach allows us to successfully solve clients' most challenging problems. Today, we are a leader among independent, nonprofit research and development organizations. Our staff of 2,574 scientists, engineers, analysts, and support staff members continues to accomplish outstanding fundamental and applied engineering and research for clients from diverse segments of government and industry. Adam L. Hamilton, P.E, President and CEO
IN THE COMMUNITY
Our staff is expert at developing solutions that help build a better tomorrow today; and that practical, innovative spirit carries through to our community interactions. Staff members generously donate time and outher resources to support food drives, blood drives, and other
outreach programs.
HONORS AND AWARDS
Southwest Research Institute has earned 43 R&D 100 awards since 1971. Each year R&D Magazine recognizes developments regarded as among the 100 most significant technical accomplishments. The Chicago Tribune dubbed the program "the Oscars of Invention".
Skills
- Antennaunmatched
- Architectural Designunmatched
- Computer Engineeringunmatched
- Computer Firmwareunmatched
- Cross-Functionalunmatched
- Customer Relationsunmatched
- Driver's Licenseunmatched
- Electrical Engineeringunmatched
- Electronic Designunmatched
- Electronicsunmatched
- Hardware Quality Assuranceunmatched
- Leadershipunmatched
- Marketingunmatched
- Marketing Planunmatched
- Marketing Strategyunmatched
- Microwavesunmatched
- Product Developmentunmatched
- Product Planningunmatched
- Proposal Writingunmatched
- Requirements Managementunmatched
- Signal Processingunmatched
- Strategic Planningunmatched
- System Architectureunmatched
- Team Lead/Managerunmatched
- Testingunmatched
- Trade Studiesunmatched
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