Overview The ISR (Intelligence, Surveillance & Reconnaissance), Aviation, and Security (IAS) business area is a leader in ISR and aviation, a leading prime manned and unmanned aircraft systems integrator for innovative, high‑performance ISR and aviation systems. Its end‑to‑end Command, Control, Computers, Communications and Intelligence, Surveillance & Reconnaissance (C4ISR) capabilities encompass design, integration, test, certification, ground/flight training and complete logistics support. IAS tailors solutions to customer cost, performance, and schedule requirements and designs to consistently exceed expectations – with an unrivaled record of on‑time and on (or under) budget deliveries.SNC has led thoughtful and disruptive change in the aerospace and defense industry for the past 60 years and now, we're applying this tenacity and expertise to the U.S. Air Force's (USAF) Survivable Airborne Operations Center (SAOC) mission. Join the SNC‑led SAOC team and be a part of exciting and meaningful work to modernize and deliver the next‑generation SAOC aircraft trusted by the President, Secretary of Defense and Chairs of the Joint Chiefs of Staff to ensure continued critical command, control and communication during national emergencies.If you're passionate about building the airborne command post of the future, consider SNC for your next mission.Responsibilities Research, architect, model, simulate, test, certify, and improve cutting‑edge defense solutions.Develop complex system architectures within contextual modeling platforms, guiding them from operational concept to detailed design, simulation, and test.Take system‑level ownership of new products and processes throughout the product lifecycle.Collaborate closely with project engineers, external customers, and field‑based employees to integrate technology components into cohesive defense mechanisms.Work alongside software and hardware design engineers to develop and field software, ensuring seamless integration and functionality.Bridge the gap between software and hardware and coordinate efforts among engineering disciplines.Communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders.Analyze the context of deliverable solutions against constraints and available technology.Lead system architecture, design, and development.Qualifications Bachelor's of Science degree in Systems Engineering or related discipline and typically 10 or more years of relevant experience (higher education may substitute for experience).Demonstrated knowledge of engineering principles and practices.Progressive experience working in multi‑disciplinary design and development teams.Advanced understanding of requirements management, functional requirements parsing, derivation, and allocation; systems design; systems integration; technical risk identification and management strategies; and Verification and Validation (V&V) principles.Knowledge of industry‑standard Model Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) approaches and tools.The ability to obtain and maintain a Secret U.S. Security Clearance.Preferred Qualifications Software systems experience with working knowledge of Python and C++.Experience in modeling and simulation controls system, SIL software integration.Advanced experience with requirements management and system modelling tools such as DOORS, Rhapsody, NoMagic, and MATLAB.Experience or certification in INCOSE standards.Background in the aerospace and defense industry.Experience leading baseline definition and maturation in a complex development setting, including the use of high‑impact trade studies.Thorough understanding of establishing and tracking key Technical Performance Measurements (TPM).Experience integrating with existing or legacy aircraft platforms.Experience working with agile methodologies and Atlassian tools.Working knowledge of cybersecurity principles and safety‑critical software standards.Benefits Annual incentive pay based upon performance.Medical, dental, and vision plans.401(k) with 150% match up to 6% of your salary.Life insurance.3 weeks paid time off.Tuition reimbursement.Additional benefits.Equal Opportunity Employer SNC is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to an environment free of discrimination. Employment decisions are made based on merit without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or other characteristics protected by law.#J-18808-Ljbffr
Sierra Nevada Corporation (SNC) is a world-class prime systems integrator and electronic systems provider known for its rapid, innovative, and agile technology solutions. Fast-growing and widely diversified, SNC is a high-tech electronics, engineering, and manufacturing corporation that continues to expand its impressive portfolio of capabilities, programs, products and services.
SNC is a privately held company under the leadership of CEO, Fatih Ozmen, and President and CFO, Eren Ozmen. Over the last 30 years under the Ozmen’s leadership, SNC has remained focused on providing its customers the very best in diversified technologies to meet their needs and has a strong and proven track record of success. Headquartered in Sparks, Nevada, SNC is the Top Woman Owned Federal Contractor in the United States.
Since SNC was founded in 1963, its strong tradition has been to develop and provide high technology Electronics, Avionics, and Communications systems. Investing heavily over the years in people, processes, modern facilities, and the state-of-the-art equipment, SNC continues to enhance our technical advantage to provide innovative and cost-effective solutions to our customer’s requirements. With numerous successful and diverse acquisitions, SNC continues to acquire new capabilities as we expand our tradition of excellence into the areas of Renewable Energy, Telemedicine, Nanotechnology, Cyber, Net-Centric Operations, Microsatellites and Human Space Flight.
SNC employs an extremely talented workforce of over 2100 people most of whom are scientists, engineers, or technical personnel with college or advanced degrees, and all of whom are dedicated to satisfying our customers' needs. Our 7 different Business Areas operate from 31 locations in 16 states along with numerous customer support sites located throughout the world. Please take a look around our website as it provides much more information about SNC to include a detailed de ion of each Business Area and their respective capabilities, programs, products, and services.