Sr. Manager of Systems Engineering (UAV, Robotics)
- Employer
- Columbus Technologies
- Location
- Simi Valley, California
- Posted
- Sep 06, 2024
- Closes
- Sep 15, 2024
- Ref
- 2819249012
- Discipline
- Engineering, Systems
- Position Type
- Engineer, Manager / Leader
- Specialty
- Autonomy , Information Technology
- Hours
- Full Time
- Organization Type
- Corporate, Other Corporate
Overview:
Must be a US Citizen or US Permanant Resident
100% on site in Simi Valley, CA
Relocation assistance available
Fulltime Direct Employment
W2 with full benefits
The US base salary range for this full-time position is $180,000 to 230,000 + bonus and benefits. Salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries for the position across all US locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.
Summary
The Sr. Manager, Systems Engineering, is an experienced individual within the Unmanned Aircraft System (UAS) systems technology or related industry with extensive knowledge performing one's function in a fast-paced organization. As a member of the Tactical Unmanned Aircraft System's Engineering management team, one participates in executing the overall strategic technology roadmap that will drive the business growth in a very competitive market space. Responsible for building a functional organization that has the capabilities and capacities to meet the business needs.
Responsibilities:
Position Responsibilities
Manages a group of systems engineering professionals, including budget planning, staffing, training, performance evaluation and career development
Manages resources to meet project demands
Plans workload for System engineer design activities
Provides technical expertise and guidance to team to meet applicable deadlines
Maintains a high level of customer satisfaction with both internal and external customers
Manages requirements traceability and evolution through the system development cycle
Mentors other engineers within the team
Follows processes and operational policies in selecting methods and techniques for obtaining solutions
Frequently interacts with subordinate supervisors, customers and/or functional peer group managers, normally involving matters between functional areas
Other duties as assigned
Qualifications:
Basic Qualifications (Required Skills & Experience)
BS degree in Engineering (i.e., Systems, Electrical, Computer, etc.) is required or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience
12+ years of experience in a systems engineering role
5+ years managerial experience
Aerospace systems engineering experience preferred
Experience writing Systems Safety protocols and ensuring personnel safety during field testing
Experience in taking a product from concept to production with contract manufacturers a plus
Managed requirements traceability and evolution through the system development cycle
Experienced in providing weekly status of system development progress with requirements burn down
Allocated requirements to subsystem & engineering coordination
Evaluated system performance thresholds and providing direction
Development of instrumented flight test vectors and data acquisition
Provided input for model development and simulation analysis
Has developed systems test plans, procedures and reports, reviewed and interpreted customer specification
Other Qualifications & Desired Competencies
MS preferred in Computer Science, Aero-Mechanical Eng., Electrical Eng. Mechanical Eng.
Must be able to provide clear and concise communication (written and oral), as well as provide professional presentations
Familiarity with electronics and systems related to image collection and analysis
Demonstrates clear oral communication and well-organized documentation skills
Uses vision to think beyond the immediate situation, explore multiple potential paths, and adapt decision-making style based on the situational circumstances
Inspires, motivates, and empowers people to deliver organizational goals, while also delivering value back to employees
Brings organizational values to life using personality, uniqueness and the creation of a shared vision
Champions the process of change and promotes a culture of quick adaptation while helping others deal with the effects of change
Demonstrates the ability to develop and maintain internal and external trusting, professional relationships
Assesses the degree of risk and opportunity in plans or actions and takes appropriate action to mitigate them or makes plans to build on the opportunity
Physical Demands
Ability to work in an office and production environment (Constant)
Required to sit and stand for long periods; talk, hear, and use hands and fingers to operate a computer and telephone keyboard (Frequent)
Must be a US Citizen or US Permanant Resident
100% on site in Simi Valley, CA
Relocation assistance available
Fulltime Direct Employment
W2 with full benefits
The US base salary range for this full-time position is $180,000 to 230,000 + bonus and benefits. Salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries for the position across all US locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.
Summary
The Sr. Manager, Systems Engineering, is an experienced individual within the Unmanned Aircraft System (UAS) systems technology or related industry with extensive knowledge performing one's function in a fast-paced organization. As a member of the Tactical Unmanned Aircraft System's Engineering management team, one participates in executing the overall strategic technology roadmap that will drive the business growth in a very competitive market space. Responsible for building a functional organization that has the capabilities and capacities to meet the business needs.
Responsibilities:
Position Responsibilities
Manages a group of systems engineering professionals, including budget planning, staffing, training, performance evaluation and career development
Manages resources to meet project demands
Plans workload for System engineer design activities
Provides technical expertise and guidance to team to meet applicable deadlines
Maintains a high level of customer satisfaction with both internal and external customers
Manages requirements traceability and evolution through the system development cycle
Mentors other engineers within the team
Follows processes and operational policies in selecting methods and techniques for obtaining solutions
Frequently interacts with subordinate supervisors, customers and/or functional peer group managers, normally involving matters between functional areas
Other duties as assigned
Qualifications:
Basic Qualifications (Required Skills & Experience)
BS degree in Engineering (i.e., Systems, Electrical, Computer, etc.) is required or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience
12+ years of experience in a systems engineering role
5+ years managerial experience
Aerospace systems engineering experience preferred
Experience writing Systems Safety protocols and ensuring personnel safety during field testing
Experience in taking a product from concept to production with contract manufacturers a plus
Managed requirements traceability and evolution through the system development cycle
Experienced in providing weekly status of system development progress with requirements burn down
Allocated requirements to subsystem & engineering coordination
Evaluated system performance thresholds and providing direction
Development of instrumented flight test vectors and data acquisition
Provided input for model development and simulation analysis
Has developed systems test plans, procedures and reports, reviewed and interpreted customer specification
Other Qualifications & Desired Competencies
MS preferred in Computer Science, Aero-Mechanical Eng., Electrical Eng. Mechanical Eng.
Must be able to provide clear and concise communication (written and oral), as well as provide professional presentations
Familiarity with electronics and systems related to image collection and analysis
Demonstrates clear oral communication and well-organized documentation skills
Uses vision to think beyond the immediate situation, explore multiple potential paths, and adapt decision-making style based on the situational circumstances
Inspires, motivates, and empowers people to deliver organizational goals, while also delivering value back to employees
Brings organizational values to life using personality, uniqueness and the creation of a shared vision
Champions the process of change and promotes a culture of quick adaptation while helping others deal with the effects of change
Demonstrates the ability to develop and maintain internal and external trusting, professional relationships
Assesses the degree of risk and opportunity in plans or actions and takes appropriate action to mitigate them or makes plans to build on the opportunity
Physical Demands
Ability to work in an office and production environment (Constant)
Required to sit and stand for long periods; talk, hear, and use hands and fingers to operate a computer and telephone keyboard (Frequent)