Senior Systems Engineer

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Execute the development, management, and allocation of system requirements to system elements and subsystems, overseeing the refinement of lower-level requirements flowed down to other engineering disciplines.
• Perform complex analyses and trade studies to guide system concept selection, ensuring system architecture and design align with operational concepts.
• Create and control systems engineering artifacts such as Requirements Verification Traceability Matrixes (RVTM), Interface Control Documents (ICD), architecture diagrams, design documents, system and service workflows, test cases, test plans, test procedures, and test reports.
• Devise solutions to a range of complex problems where evaluation of information requires an in-depth analysis of identifiable factors and creative problem-solving techniques.
• Direct and oversee hardware/software integration, system-level integration testing, and requirement verification, ensuring compliance with established requirements and project standards.
• Collaborate with senior stakeholders, internal and external, to communicate technical concepts, resolve problems, and influence decision-making on technical matters.
• Prepare technical reports, system documentation, and test plans while ensuring clarity and compliance with project requirements.
• Conduct risk management and technical issue resolution activities, providing innovative and effective solutions to complex challenges.
• Mentor and provide guidance to junior engineers, offering technical expertise and professional development support.
• Provide artifacts, data, and technical advice to support proposal efforts.
• Develop and maintain relationships with stakeholders, ensuring effective collaboration and communication to meet project objectives .

• Comply with Cubic s Quality Management System.
• Comply with Cubic Occupational Health, Safety and Environment policies and procedures.
• Comply with Cubic Human Resources Procedures.
• Comply with security in accordance with established policies and procedures of relevant organizations.

BACKGROUND AND EXPERIENCE:

• bachelors degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or related technical field with a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience; or masters degree with 3 years of experience; or PhD without experience; or equivalent work experience.
• Extensive knowledge of systems engineering processes, including requirements analysis, system design, integration, and testing.
• Proven ability to solve complex problems using sophisticated analytical and problem-solving techniques, often adapting existing methods to resolve new challenges.
• Experience with hardware/software integration, system verification, and compliance with industry standards (e. g. , ISO, IEEE).
• Experience in test automation (e. g. , JUnit/TestNG, Selenium, TestComplete, Jenkins, TestRail) and programming languages such as Java or Python.
• Experience with following standard testing processes and utilizing tools like Linux, Windows, and knowledge of XML, SQL, and API testing (SOAP, REST).
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to present complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Ability to work independently, with supervision only at critical review points, and make substantial decisions impacting project success.
• Strong interpersonal skills, capable of enhancing relationships with senior stakeholders and advising on complex technical matters.
• Experience using model-based design methods (SysML or UML) and associate software applications (e. g. Rhapsody, EA, Cameo, etc).
• Familiarity with Agile or Lean development methodologies.
• Experience with Automated Fare Collection (AFC) and/or Transportation Systems (hardware and software) is highly preferred.
• Experience with fare policy and CRM software is highly preferred.
• Experience with database and software application development, integration, and testing.
• Proficiency in tools such as DOORS, JIRA, or other systems engineering and project management platforms.