Senior Systems Engineer - Aerostat IPT Lead

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Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Senior Systems Engineer to serve as the Aerostat Integrated Product Team (IPT) Lead for the Airspace and Surface Radar Reconnaissance (ASRR) system. The Senior Systems Engineer will be responsible for managing the full lifecycle of aerostat development, integration, and verification from initial concept development through operational deployment on the 420K cubic foot strategic aerostat platform. The ideal candidate will work closely with the U.S. Army, foreign military clients, aerostat partners, and internal engineering teams to ensure successful integration of aerostat systems with ISR payloads for military ground-based operations.

Responsibilities

IPT Leadership and Management:

• Lead and supervise IPT staff to ensure effective engagement with aerostat partner organizations and other ASRR partner organizations
• Coordinate cross-functional teams of hardware engineers, software engineers, and military experts to ensure aerostat systems meet mission-specific requirements
• Manage team resources, assignments, and deliverables to support aerostat development objectives
• Foster collaborative working relationships across multiple partner organizations and stakeholder groups

Aerostat Lifecycle Management:

• Manage the complete lifecycle of aerostat development, integration, and verification from initial concept development through operational deployment
• Oversee aerostat system design, integration, and testing activities including envelope systems, tether operations, ground handling equipment, and payload integration
• Ensure aerostat systems are fully integrated with ground platforms and ISR mission requirements
• Coordinate aerostat integration with sensors (EO/IR, radar), communication systems, and data processing technologies

Schedule and Risk Management:

• Monitor aerostat development, integration, and test schedules to ensure program milestones are met
• Identify, assess, and track technical and programmatic risks associated with aerostat development and integration
• Develop risk mitigation strategies and coordinate implementation across IPT teams
• Raise significant issues and risks to the Chief Engineer for resolution and program-level decision making

System Development and Integration:

• Contribute to the creation of aerostat-specific system specifications, architecture, and requirements documentation
• Ensure aerostat solutions meet operational needs and integrate effectively with overall ASRR system architecture
• Support system-level testing and verification efforts for aerostat technologies, ensuring systems operate effectively in operational environments
• Coordinate integration activities between aerostat systems and other ASRR subsystems

Technical Problem Resolution:

• Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues related to aerostat systems integration and performance
• Lead technical investigations and coordinate solutions across multiple engineering disciplines
• Provide technical guidance to IPT team members on aerostat-specific challenges an