Systems Development Engineer

Division:GCS Job#:GCS0018State:New York City:VictorEmployment Type:Full-Time Employee Department:EngineeringPosted Date:10/22/2009 12:00:00 AM Job Title:Systems Development EngineerAbout Division:L-3 GCS is a provider of a broad range of satellite, wireless and terrestrial communications products and turnkey systems solutions to U.S. and international military, government and commercial customers. Our services include design engineering, integration, installation, ongoing customer support and competitive airtime rates.About Area:Located in the Finger Lakes region of upstate NY, Victor is 15 miles east of Rochester.Job Responsibility:GENERAL DESCRIPTION: Reporting to and working with the Director of Engineering, the Systems Development Engineer will be responsible for system design and testing in support of the build of high performance VSAT products for L-3 Communications.ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.The Systems Development Engineer will be familiar with RF components and communications systems including specification, qualification and documentation of new electronic products. In addition, this engineer will have demonstrated the ability design and develop complex electronic products and/or systems to include all phases of manufacturing and customer support as part of an integrated product team..Understanding of communication theory with a practical knowledge of digital, RF, antenna and mechanical design and software development..Demonstrated ability to lead integrated product teams in the development and production of complex electro-mechanical products..Design of communications systems/products using OEM materials as well as custom electronic circuitry at the component/circuit card level. .Demonstrated ability to define and meet performance requirements, including generation, management and documentation. .Judgment and decision-making ability to define and meet product performance requirements..Define and carry out integration of L-3 products with customers' systems or equipment..Hands on troubleshooting and integration skills using electronic test equipment such as oscilloscopes, signal generators, spectrum and network analyzers and active loads.Job Requirements:EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: A BSEE or MSEE, with a focus in communications systems is preferred, and four plus (4+) years experience as an electrical engineer working with the design of electronic products. Strong communication skills, both oral and written. Working knowledge of PC based tools, including drafting tools such as AutoCAD or similar drawing tools, Microsoft Office Suite, ORCAD or similar schematic capture tools, and bill of material generation and maintenance using enterprise resource planning software such as Macola. Additional Requirements:.Maintain high levels of initiative, performance, professional demeanor and judgment..Possess poise, politeness, and confidence when communicating with customers, vendors, and peers. .Able to effectively interface with engineers and representatives of vendors of sub-assemblies and components. Special Requirements: .Due to the nature of our work this position may require the ability to obtain and maintain a Department of Defense security clearance. .Occasional travel may be required. .This position may require overtime, weekend, holiday, shift work and/or non-standard work hours.Salary Range:Open L-3 uses this website as a channel of distribution of material company information.Financial and other material regarding L-3 is routinely posted on this website for immediate access.