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As a Lead Systems Engineer, you will take ownership of developing technical solutions for NAVWAR, EW, PNT/GNSS Threat Simulation, and related technologies. Your role will involve leading research and development efforts to design new features and products, defining and managing system requirements, and overseeing a thorough verification and validation process to ensure compliance. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to deliver robust, high-quality systems. This position reports to the Engineering Manager, based in our Ankeny, IA office.

Our Technology:

Safran Federal Systems providesResilient Positioning, Navigation and Timing (R-PNT){rel="noopener noreferrer"}solutions and custom engineering services to U.S. Government agencies, defense organizations and their contractors. Safran Federal Systems is authorized to work on the full spectrum of U.S. Government classified and unclassified projects, in addition to supporting strategic partnerships for key defense PNT technologies.

How I will Contribute:

• Develop customized NAVWAR solutions based on existing core technologies and product designs acting as a subject matter expert (SME).
• Develop and improve NAVWAR related algorithms to our current and future products.
• Provide on-site technical NAVWAR expertise during system deployments, troubleshooting, and performance optimization.
• Write and manage technical documents including proposals, RFI responses, and whitepapers focused on NAVWAR opportunities.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define system requirements and specifications, ensuring alignment with business objectives and compliance with regulatory standards.
• Lead system design reviews, technical assessments, and risk analysis activities.
• Create and maintain comprehensive documentation for system design, verification and validation processes.
• Provide technical guidance and support to project teams throughout the development and deployment phases.
• Prepare technical documentation and provide product/technical presentations to customers/partners and train customers on the delivered solution.
• Create streamlined technical documentation for our customized solutions for future utilization (i.e. manuals).

What You Bring to the role:

• A minimum of 6 years of experience in a related role.
• Bachelor of Science degree in aerospace engineering, software engineering, computer engineering, electrical engineering, or related engineering degree from an accredited institution.

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``` - Experience with programming languages such as Python, C++, or MATLAB, and familiarity with version control systems like Git. - Skills in requirements management tools (e.g., Jira, Spiraplan, DOORS). - Technical knowledge of GNSS receivers (e.g., u-blox), GNSS simulators (e.g., BroadSim, GSS9000), and/or CRPAs. - Ex erience in performance and vulnerability testing of PNT systems with the ability to troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues. - Secret level security clearance required with the willingness to travel up to 25% of the time. - Ability to be agile and have fun!

Some of the Good Stuff:

• Annual Bonus Opportunity
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Health Savings Account, Flexible Spending Account
• Paid Time Off
• 401k Retirement Program with Employer Match
• Gym Membership Reimbursement
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Employee Career Development
• Flexible working arrangements
• Excellent culture

About Safran Federal Systems:

Safran Federal Systems has been awarded aTop Workplaces 2023 honor by Rochester Top Workplaces{rel="noopener noreferrer"}, ranking #1 in the Small Business category in Rochester, NY.

In 2022, Safran acquired Orolia, now Safran Trusted 4D, the world leader in Resilient PNT. At the intersection of critical infrastructure and national defense, Safran Trusted 4D solutions govern and protect the integrity of systems that shape the world.In early 2019, Orolia Defense and Security spun off as a separate entity from its parent company Orolia, with the mission of providing resilient Positioning, Navigation and Timing (PNT) solutions and custom engineering services to U.S. Government agencies, U.S. Defense organizations, and their contractors.

In August of 2019, Orolia Defense and Security acquired Talen-X, a U.S. company specializing in advanced GNSS (Global Navigation Satellite System) Simulation solutions and Interference, Detection, and Mitigation (IDM) technologies. Talen-X's portfolio was an ideal fit and has helped to enhance Safran FS's overall offerings. The acquisition enabled Talen-X's existing resources, operations, and capabilities to be scaled and accelerated to better support the warfighter. Read the press releasehere{rel="noopener noreferrer"}.

Safran Federal Systems operates as a proxy-regulated company, Free of Foreign Ownership, Control, or Influence (FOCI). As such, Safran FS Defense and Security is approved to work on the full spectrum of U.S. Government classified and unclassified projects and is positioned to support strategic partnerships in the development of key PNT technologies for the defense market.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.