Senior Systems Applications Engineer

Echodyne is seeking a Senior Systems Applications Engineer to design and produce radar equipment subsystems composed of Echodyne’s industry-leading radars. 

In this role, you will engage with an experienced cross-disciplinary team to create radar systems solutions using high-performance embedded computing, secure network switches, position navigation and timing devices, and power distribution mechanisms.  

You will work closely with colleagues and third-party suppliers to drive key aspects of system definition, design execution, and project optimization. You must be responsive, flexible, and able to succeed within a collaborative and fast-paced environment. As the lead applications engineer of the Systems Engineering team, you will lead the development projects, be responsible for technical execution, own verification / validation, and manage the transfer of the Radar equipment sub-system to our internal teams.  

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Conceptualize, design, procure, integrate, and verify Radar equipment subsystem in accordance with internal and external customer application requirements
• Engage with internal cross-functional development teams and external partners to accomplish the pursuit of integration, testing, and verification: capture application requirements, verification approach, and work backwards from the system application strategy
• End to end functional and performance testing of Radar equipment subsystem out of the box experience, deployment, commissioning, Radar operation, and Command & Control (C2) interfaces
• Troubleshoot deeply: anticipate failures, collect data, analyze log files, compare models to observed behavior, root cause
• Reproduce in field functional and performance issues in the lab and support issue resolution
• Help improve product and the product experience by regularly collecting internal and external customer feedback on strengths and challenges by interfacing with product managers and solutions engineers
• Support the development of new product and the refinement of existing product through internal testing and verification
• Up to 25% travel may be required across North America (with some international travel possible). 

REQUIRED SKILLS / EXPERIENCE

• Ability to demonstrate Echodyne’s products, answer questions, and effectively communicate the product and company value propositions
• Ability to remain organized and work independently  
• Organized and detail-oriented with excellent follow-up and decision-making skills
• Experience with desktop Linux (Ubuntu & RedHat) and embedded Linux (Yocto)
• Experience with Position, Navigation, and Timing (PNT) or Attitude Determination and Control System (ADCS)
• Designed, deployed, and troubleshoot computer networks, network time management, network security, and similar infrastructure
• Developed test frameworks, sequences, and automations in Python or similar language using Git or a similar distributed version control system
• Comfortable troubleshooting both hardware and software issues and working with customers to determine root causes of issues
• Conducted data analysis and visualization, bringing clarity to assess system performance or root cause identified issues 

DESIRED SKILLS / EXPERIENCE 
(Looking for one or more as a complement to the core skills) 

• Enthusiastic with outstanding customer-communication skills, including the ability to convey high-level overviews as well as deeply detailed explanations
• Resiliency and a positive attitude, as well as analytical, reasoning, and problem-solving skills
• Experienced in project management by coordinating efforts across teams, internal organizations, and external partners
• Experience deploying or operating systems used by the Department of Defense (DoD), a Ministry of Defense (MoD), or similar government organization
• Basic understanding of Radar system functions, operation, and application with respect to various sensor modalities
• Direct experience with Radar signal processing, Radar data processing, and Command & Control (C2) platforms 

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor of Science degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, computer science or equivalent military / industry experience
• 7 years of integration, test, and verification of embedded electronic RF systems (Radar, Electronic Warfare, Cellular, or other Wireless Technology)
• Part 107 Pilot, or ability to complete Part 107-certification
• Strong cross-functional coordination skills
• This position requires a valid driver’s license and eligibility to be insured under the company’s vehicle insurance policy. 

LOCATION: Kirkland, WA 

TRAVEL: Travel as required, both air and ground; up to 25% 

Echodyne’s technology is export controlled by the U.S. Government and we must evaluate an applicant’s eligibility to handle export-controlled information or obtain required Government authorizations.  Therefore, we will ask you as part of the application process to identify whether you are a U.S. Citizen or green card holder, or have asylum/refugee status in the U.S. 

WHAT WE OFFER

The pay range for this position is $133,200 - $199,400 annually.

Our comprehensive benefits package currently includes:

• Incentive stock options
• Excellent medical, dental and vision coverage benefits for employee and family members
• Unlimited vacation, 12 paid sick days, and 9 paid holidays
• Company paid disability, life insurance, employee assistance program and travel insurance
• 401k Plan

Salary : $133,200 - $199,400