Job Summary:

 

Lethality is a key function within the project engineering team, with immediate focus on delivering the XM30 Combat Vehicle Program. This field is responsible for defining and delivering the end to end force projection systems that ensure the effective defeat of threats on the future battlefield.

 

Lethality technologies include electro-optic sensors, weapon systems, ammunition stowage/feed systems and gun/turret drive systems. A lethality engineer must use elements from their multi-domain engineering experience and coursework to understand these individual vehicle systems and their interactions. The overall vehicle and relationships between subsystems must be understood to provide robust lethality solutions that bring new capabilities to the soldier. All lethality engineers will get cross-training across these areas but initial assignments will focus on immediate needs for current programs.

This primary role for this lethality position focuses on integrating weapon and turret pointing systems. The turret drive system is responsible for taking user and fire control inputs and translating them into rate/position signals to move the lethality package. Precise control of the system ensure accurate hits on target at long ranges and while on the move. This engineer will be our primary interface to the gun/turret drive system manufacturer and will coordinate integration activities with vetronics and fire control as well as turret structures. Experience with position sensors and servo/motor control loops is required.

Essential Functions:

 

·      Engineering support for all US Lethality Engineering activities to include but not limited to

o  Weapon performance & integration

o  Ammunition handling

o  Sight performance & integration

o  Fire control system design

o  Overall turret design & testing

o  System certification & safety release

·      Coordinate and support the engineering efforts for XM30 including requirement traceability and compliance analysis, design maturation and associated development gate reviews, vehicle subsystem packaging, SWAP-C alignment, and supplier management.

·      Support the development of subsystem and component Statement of Work (SOW), Critical Item Development Specification (CIDS), Interface Control Documents (ICD), and supplier Request of Proposal (RFP) artifacts

·      Apply working knowledge of system lethality spanning weapon, ammunition, fire control, gun control, and sighting systems for both lethal and non-lethal effects

·      Assist in development and execution of subsystem and system level qualification testing as applicable

·      Support system levels trade studies and analysis to determine a balanced system design

·      Author and review technical documents and design artifacts

·      Support and adhere to all company safety and environmental regulations & policies

·      Ability to travel up to 25% of the time. Occasional travel to Europe will be required

·      Undertake other duties as determined by the Chief Engineer or his/her delegate

 

Supervisory Responsibility:

 

None

 

 

Minimum Qualifications:

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (as demonstrated through experience, training and/or testing)

 

·      Ability to modify and generate performance specifications for drives, controllers, gearing and position sensors

·      Ability to manipulate or create components in 3D modelling software (CREO, NX, etc.)

·      Knowledge of Systems based design and related Standards/Processes

·      Ability to present technical solutions to clients and internal stakeholders.

·      Currently hold or have ability to apply for a SECRET US Defense clearance

·      Detailed knowledge of mechanical, electronic, electrical engineering and vehicle principles.

·      Must be able to communicate effectively in a variety of settings and be able to assimilate complex instructions easily. Ability to communicate with all levels of management and staff to establish productive relationships. Superior consultation, diplomacy, influencing and negotiating skills are required. Must possess the ability to explain complex concepts in a way that makes sense to someone less knowledgeable about the topic.

·      Interest in the domain of vehicle or personnel lethality/weapon technologies and equipment.

·      Practical ‘hands on’ attitude with the ability to operate independently.

·      Must demonstrate enthusiasm for engaging with and supporting overseas colleagues to ensure all staff have the information and opportunity to perform to the best of their abilities.

·      Must promote collaboration and facilitate teamwork across the organization and its external service providers. Must be tactful, diplomatic, and work with integrity, honesty, and respect for others.

·      Must display exceptional listening and analytical skills in order to understand customer concerns and needs with the ability to respond promptly and effectively to those needs.

·      Shall support and encourage performance by motivating individuals and teams to achieve high performance. Will clarify and define the goals and strategies of the organization and successfully communicate this to all. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills are required to work effectively with the US team, suppliers, customer, and corporate parent staff.

·      High level of self-motivation and standards with the ability to multi-task; balancing “analysis” with “doing”. Must be adaptable and able to prioritize and work under pressure to meet deadlines. Work on own initiative.

 

 

Education:

·      BS Engineering (e.g. Mechanical, Mechatronics, Systems, Aerospace, Automotive)

 

Experience:

·      5 or more years experience with controls (servo, PLC, robotics, etc)

·      Experience with CAx (i.e. CREO, UG Nx, Solid Works, CATIA, pro E) software and 3D Printing, as well as general Material (e.g. Steel, Aluminum, Ceramic) properties.

·      Experience of working in a multi-national, multi-organizational and corporate environment.

 

Background Prerequisites:

·      Must undergo and meet company standards for background check, employment verification, reference checks and controlled substance testing.

·      All employment at ARV is contingent upon the ability to obtain and maintain a government security clearance if the position requires it.

 

 

Preferred Qualifications:

·      Preferred 5 years US Defense programs

·      Familiarity with the US DoD ground vehicle requirements, US DoD process and procedures for vehicle development and acquisition.

·      Experience in Weapon and Ammunition development, manufacturing, testing desired

·      Ability to speak German desired

 

 

Working Conditions and Physical Demands:

With or without reasonable accommodations, requires the physical and mental capacity to perform effectively all essential functions. In addition to other demands, the demands of the job include:

·      Ability to lift up to 25 pounds occasionally

·      Ability to stand for long periods

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