What are the responsibilities and job description for the Integration & Test Deputy Chief Engineer- Surveillance Radars position at Saab?
Job Description:
Saab, Inc. is adding a Deputy Chief Engineer for the Integration and Test discipline to our Surveillance team to partner with leadership in the development and execution of the technical baseline of the Surveillance radar portfolio. A technical subject matter expert in the radar development engineering field, Chief Engineers drive the processes that govern the technical management of projects across the organization and ensure strong development rigor is applied. Responsibilities include but not limited to:
The compensation range provided is a general guideline. When extending an offer, Saab, Inc. considers factors including (but not limited to) the role and associated responsibilities, location, and market and business considerations, as well as the candidate's work experience, key skills, and education/training.
Skills and Experience:
Must be a U.S. citizen. Applicants selected may be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.
Drug-Free Workplaces:
Saab is a federal government contractor and adheres to policies and programs necessary for sustaining drug-free workplaces. As a condition of employment, candidates will be required to pass a pre-employment drug screen.
Benefits:
Saab provides an excellent working environment offering professional growth opportunities, competitive wages, work-life balance, business-casual atmosphere and comprehensive benefits:
Saab is a leading defense and security company with an enduring mission, to help nations keep their people and society safe. Empowered by its 19,000 talented people, Saab constantly pushes the boundaries of technology to create a safer, more sustainable and more equitable world. In the U.S., Saab delivers advanced technology and systems, supporting the U.S. Armed Forces and the Federal Aviation Administration, as well as international and commercial partners. Headquartered in Syracuse, New York, the company has business units and local employees in eight U.S. locations.
Saab is a company where we see diversity as an asset and offer unlimited opportunities for advancing in your career. We are also a company that respects each person’s needs and encourage employees to lead a balanced, rewarding life beyond work. Saab values diversity and is an Equal Opportunity/ Affirmative Action employer. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply and will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran, disability status, or any other federal, state, or locally protected category.
Saab, Inc. is adding a Deputy Chief Engineer for the Integration and Test discipline to our Surveillance team to partner with leadership in the development and execution of the technical baseline of the Surveillance radar portfolio. A technical subject matter expert in the radar development engineering field, Chief Engineers drive the processes that govern the technical management of projects across the organization and ensure strong development rigor is applied. Responsibilities include but not limited to:
- Provide technical oversight to the Surveillance products and program development
- Lead non-advocate reviews, providing critical feedback on the design, integration and test plans.
- Support the resolution of highly complex technical challenges with both Hardware and Software components
- Provide technical guidance and mentoring to the program and engineering teams
- Lead key technical discussions with customers
- Working with the organization to define technical roadmaps
- Lead key technical activities to achieve organizational strategies and objectives
- Coordinate external technical interfaces
The compensation range provided is a general guideline. When extending an offer, Saab, Inc. considers factors including (but not limited to) the role and associated responsibilities, location, and market and business considerations, as well as the candidate's work experience, key skills, and education/training.
Skills and Experience:
- BA/BS in an engineering discipline required, MS degree preferred
- 20 years directly relevant experience in the DoD radar development field, including systems, software, mechanical, or electrical experience developing defense applications.
- Demonstrated experience understanding, interpreting, and communicating multidisciplinary technical concepts/issues to both technical and non-technical leadership
- Detailed understanding of the entire system development lifecycle and the interactions with various engineering disciplines, including system design, fabrication, integration, and testing
- 10 years experience technical project management, including budget planning, schedule generation, and project monitoring
- Excellent problem solving skills and strong, demonstrated analytical troubleshooting aptitude
- Highly effective communication and presentation skills, with strong competency in communicating to executive level stakeholders
Must be a U.S. citizen. Applicants selected may be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.
Drug-Free Workplaces:
Saab is a federal government contractor and adheres to policies and programs necessary for sustaining drug-free workplaces. As a condition of employment, candidates will be required to pass a pre-employment drug screen.
Benefits:
Saab provides an excellent working environment offering professional growth opportunities, competitive wages, work-life balance, business-casual atmosphere and comprehensive benefits:
- Medical, vision and dental insurance for employees and dependents
- Paid time off including: minimum of 3 weeks vacation, 5 floating holidays, 8 designated holidays, parental leave, personal illness, bereavement, jury duty, long-term and short-term disability
- 401(k) with immediate vesting on employer match
- Tuition assistance
- Student loan assistance
- Wellness account, Care.com subscription and employee assistance programs
- Employee stock purchase program with employer match
Saab is a leading defense and security company with an enduring mission, to help nations keep their people and society safe. Empowered by its 19,000 talented people, Saab constantly pushes the boundaries of technology to create a safer, more sustainable and more equitable world. In the U.S., Saab delivers advanced technology and systems, supporting the U.S. Armed Forces and the Federal Aviation Administration, as well as international and commercial partners. Headquartered in Syracuse, New York, the company has business units and local employees in eight U.S. locations.
Saab is a company where we see diversity as an asset and offer unlimited opportunities for advancing in your career. We are also a company that respects each person’s needs and encourage employees to lead a balanced, rewarding life beyond work. Saab values diversity and is an Equal Opportunity/ Affirmative Action employer. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply and will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran, disability status, or any other federal, state, or locally protected category.
Salary : $161,700 - $218,300
