What are the responsibilities and job description for the VP of Systems Engineering position at Kymeta Corp.?

VP of Systems Engineering

About Kymeta

Kymeta revolutionizes satellite communications through Intelligent Communications Platforms (ICPs). Founded in 2012 and headquartered in Redmond, Washington, Kymeta leverages cutting-edge metamaterial-based science to engineer, manufacture and deliver resilient connectivity and enhanced situational awareness for critical, mobile applications. Backed by U.S. and international patents our electronically steered flat panel antennas enable seamless communications on-the-move. With software-defined solutions, hybrid multi-network capabilities, and edge processing, we integrate satellite and cellular networks, ensuring continuous connectivity in challenging environments. Kymeta solutions serve government, military, maritime, transport, and public safety clients worldwide, providing uninterrupted connectivity and spatial intelligence anywhere, anytime. With over 150 patents, Kymeta is shaping the future of global communications, dedicated to delivering reliable, efficient, and intelligent connectivity solutions for an increasingly mobile and connected world.

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What We Need

The VP of Systems Engineering will work with exceptionally talented teams of multi-disciplined engineers to develop the next generation of satellite-based mobile communications. The role will work with RF Engineering, Software Engineering, Electrical & Firmware Engineering, Materials & Reliability Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Supply Chain, Program Management, Product Management, and executive leadership to define, develop, test, and align Systems Engineering to meet product family objectives. Oversee all aspects of the platform development cycle from technology innovation through product family introduction. As a technology leader, you will hold technical direction, decision-making process, and alignment of product families to system requirements.

KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Ability to set direction for team solving complex issues on critical systems-related approaches, requirements, specifications, and design.
Coordinates engineering support throughout the lifecycle of the platform. Develop new concepts for future product designs to meet projected requirements.
Align cross-functional teams on Systems Engineering Design for Manufacturing, Assembly, Test, Cost & Supply Chain.
Guide engineering teams on system-level design specifications, analysis, and trade-offs, including defining hardware and software requirements, features, and integration tests.
Establish, foster, and mature Research and development (R&D) partnerships with academia, commercial industry, and government agencies in respective areas of expertise and support cross-collaboration with the other areas.
Support engineering team readiness and execution during test phases and lead anomaly resolution teams.
Responsible for the framework to support technical root cause investigations and corrective action plans.
Accelerate design, development, and deployment speed through engineering development process improvements.
Leadership and management of Program Head Engineers, Principal Engineers, and Systems Engineering group.

SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

Experience with satellite systems, and missions. Deep understanding of satellite terminal design principles, manufacture, assembly, integration, test, and operation.

Expertise in communications and systems theory and analysis including link budgets, signal propagation, phase noise, EVM, and non-linear effects.

Demonstrated experience collecting complex engineering data from multiple sources and the ability to organize and communicate data concisely to the customer and senior leadership.

Experience designing, developing, and integrating networking, communications, and datalink capabilities and subsystems.

Experience with DfX (Design for Cost / Manufacturability / Assembly / Test / Quality / Reliability / etc).

Strong ability to listen and clearly and concisely communicate deep technical details in a high-level understanding to various backgrounds.

Leadership experience, ability to influence and set technology standards and process direction.

Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Experience in end-to-end performance management and optimization across radio access networks, services & systems aspects, and core networks & terminals.

10 years of direct experience in prototype or medium to large-scale program definition, design, development, integration, testing, and capability demonstrations.

Excellent verbal and written communication skills and adaptability, working with multiple disciplines through all phases of development.

PREFERRED BACKGROUND EXPERIENCE

Broad exposure to mechanical design and development practices in a development and production manufacturing environment.

A background performing GNC component trade studies (including make / buy trades and supplier identification / research).

Understanding of digital or analog beamforming and communications systems.

Previous experience in highly complex system integration and test activities.

Previous experience with one of the following : Python, C / C , or Java programming.

Previous experience with one of the following wireless standards and networks : LTE, 5G, and Sat Comm communications systems.

EDUCATION

BSEE with 18 years in industry or equivalent experience in a related field, M.E. Systems Engineering preferred.

COMPENSATION

Kymeta is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. In the spirit of pay transparency, we have determined the salary range for this position to be $200k- $300k. This is the full base salary range for the role. Hiring at the maximum of the range would be atypical, in order to allow for future and continued salary growth. Compensation packages are based on a variety of factors unique to each candidate, including but not limited to : skill set, years and depth of experience, certifications, and geography. The total compensation package for this position includes an annual target bonus of 25%, stock options, and benefits listed below. We believe in the importance of pay equity and consider internal equity of our current team members as a part of any final offer.

BENEFITS

We offer a competitive benefits package which includes :

Medical Plans : A choice between two competitive options

Flexible Spending & Health Savings Accounts

Vision & Dental

Life / AD&D

Employee Assistance Program

401k

Paid Time Off

Exempt employees : Flexible PTO and 12 paid holidays per year

Nonexempt employees : 15 vacation days, 7 sick days and 12 paid holidays per year

Kymeta is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations and ordinances.

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Salary : $200,000 - $300,000

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