Systems Engineer I – Controls Position Available In St. Louis, Missouri

Systems Engineer I – Controls SES-Government Solutions parental leave, 401(k) United States, Missouri, Bridgeton Jun 24, 2025

Job ID:

112323 The Leonardo DRS Land Systems business is a recognized leader in the design and integration of complex technologies into new and legacy systems and platforms for global military and commercial customers.

We are a 4 year running Top Workplace in the Greater St. Louis area. Job Summary Leonardo DRS Land Systems is seeking a full time Systems Engineer – Controls for our Bridgeton, MO facility. The individual contributor will support the development of stabilized high precision pointing platforms containing Electro Optic (EO) and Infrared (IR) sensors. In support of these platforms the individual will perform analysis, modeling, simulation, control strategy design, with hardware in the loop tuning to meet stabilization and tracking requirements. As a member of the Systems Engineering team, the individual will participate in requirements development all aspects of a products lifecycle. Job Responsibilities
Involved with the development of stabilization and tracking algorithms that meet disturbance rejection requirements for pointing systems
Collaborate in the technical activities of electrical, mechanical, and software engineers to develop and deliver a stabilized pointing and tracking system that fully meets the system requirements and customer’s expectations
Support efforts to ensure a compliance with program requirements
Support problem resolution efforts to support customer confidence
Use computer-aided design or other engineering/analysis software as necessary in the performance of assignments
Communicate effectively with engineers and non-engineering support staff to evaluate technical information and issues impacting design performance or other deliverables
Perform trade studies
Support the acquisition of hardware and software (or subcontractor services as needed)
Study alternative concepts and use of models and simulations to predict system performance
Support the specification and evaluation of supplier components, subsystems, and services
Participate in the preparation of highly technical proposals
Support, communicate, reinforce and defend the mission, values and culture of the organization
Attend appropriate engineering, customer or business meetings
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering with proficiency in course work related to Control, Signal Processing, and Communication
Technical Familiarity (experience preferred) with
Frequency and Time Domain Control Techniques
Gain Scheduling
Disturbance Rejection Feedback and Isolation
State Space Analysis
Good analytical and communication skills, written and oral
Familiarity in the use of analysis and modeling tools (MATLAB, Simulink, Mathcad, Excel)
Ability to travel in CONUS and OCONUS, less than 25% of the time
Ability to collaborate in a multi-disciplinary team U.S. Citizenship required. This position requires an active DOD security clearance or the ability to obtain such clearance within a reasonable time after commencement of employment. The expected pay scale for this position is $64,313.00/year – $91,966.00/year for the state of Illinois. Should the level, location, or scope of the position change during the hiring process, the pay scale may be modified accordingly. When extending an offer of employment, Leonardo DRS considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position; any Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, the candidate’s relevant work experience, education/training, certifications, and key skills; internal equity; and market and business considerations. Taking care of our people is a top priority at Leonardo DRS. We are proud to offer competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, a company contribution to a health savings account, telemedicine, life and disability insurance, legal insurance, and a 401(k) savings plan. We champion wellness programs that focus on physical, emotional, and financial well-being. We develop our talent by offering programs and activities to support career-growth, professional development, and skill enhancement. And we understand there is more to life than work, and the importance of offering flexible work schedules with our 9/80 program, competitive vacation, health/emergency leave, paid parental leave, and community service hours.
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