Principal Test Engineer - Systems

Company:

Leonardo DRS Location:

Bridgeton, MO Career Level:

Director Industries:

Defense, Aerospace Description Job ID:

114320 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 5 year running Top Workplace in the Greater St. Louis area. Job Summary Leonardo DRS Land Systems is seeking a full time Principal Test Engineer - Systems for our Bridgeton, MO facility. The Principal Test Engineer must have expertise in the design, development, analysis, documentation, and support of the testing of complex products, systems or subsystems. The candidate must have the ability to determine how to create a process that would best test a product in order to assure that the product meets applicable requirements and specifications. The selected candidate will work with other engineering disciplines and use their test engineering expertise to verify various systems and subsystems across multiple technology areas. Job Responsibilities Involved with the design and development of test programs to measure the functionality and integrity of products and services. Write test procedures and protocols to assess product reliability and evaluates the ability of products to meet performance standards and specifications. Debug test hardware and software. Responsible for driving technology and completion of one or more complex activities on time and budget Design, develop, analyze, document and support testing of complex products, systems or subsystems Complete a technical project independently Mentor and coach other engineers Review customer specifications and requirements, and develop designs to best support them, including cost as a key design variable Provide budget, cost and schedule input for design assignments Document component and subsystem specifications and material requirements Analyze designs as necessary Specify and evaluate supplier components, subsystems and services Support the program design to cost and design for manufacture requirements Develop prototypes to retire key development risks Communicate clearly (written and oral) with manufacturing, supply chain, program management and the customer as required Participate heavily in preparation of the more complex and significant proposals Provide technical expertise and assistance to other engineers and support personnel Interact with technical management, other professionals, technicians and support personnel to coordinate, recommend and confer regarding technical activities and progress Support, communicate, reinforce and defend the mission, values and culture of the organization Attend appropriate engineering, customer or business meetings Mentor and coach the work of others as assigned Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related technical field with a minimum of 8 years relevant of experience Mastery of technologies and domain knowledge Expected to have knowledge and significant experience in multiple engineering disciplines Understanding and ability to design and perform product environmental testing based on the requirements provided in MIL STD 810G or MIL STD 461E or equivalent Systems Hardware & software testing experience Experience with precision test, measurement devices, and sensor selection Excellent analytical and communication skills, written and verbal Detail-oriented, organized, and able to work well in a team environment as well as independently with little day-to-day guidance Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office products Ability to lead a technical group independently The salary range for this position is $104,295.00/year- $140,799.00/year for the state of Illinois. This range reflects the good faith estimate of pay the employer is willing to offer at the time of posting. Several factors can influence the pay scale, including but not limited to: Federal contract labor categories and contract wage rates, collective bargaining agreements, geographic location, business considerations, scope, and responsibilities of the position, local or other applicable market conditions, and internal equity. Other factors include the candidate's qualifications such as prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education/training, and certifications. In addition to base pay, employees may be eligible for: annual performance-based bonuses, equity awards, and overtime pay (for non-exempt employees as applicable. Our benefits package includes comprehensive health insurance (medical, dental, vision), employer matching 401(k) retirement plan, paid time off including vacation, holidays, and sick leave (including ant state-mandated paid sick leave), parental leave benefits, tuition reimbursement, professional development support, and life and disability insurance coverage. 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. •Some employees are eligible for limited benefits only Leonardo DRS, Inc. and its subsidiaries provide equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. #LSY