Senior Technical Solutions Architect

**System Engineer Role Overview:**

This position is designed for an experienced practitioner who can apply knowledge and expertise within the field of systems engineering. The role involves overseeing and executing interdependent systems engineering activities, including detailed requirements decomposition, system design, integration, and problem-solving, requiring sophisticated analytical techniques.

The Systems Engineer will manage tasks of moderate scope, work independently on problems of diverse scope, and create innovative solutions based on analysis and evaluation of various factors. This position requires significant interaction with internal and external stakeholders and adaptive communication styles for different audiences.

• 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.

• Tertiary qualification in the field of system engineering, electrical engineering, computer science, information systems, or other relevant technical discipline.
• Minimum 5 years of related experience with a Bachelors degree; or 3 years and a Master s degree; or a PhD without experience
• Proficiency in writing and producing documentation for system specifications, test procedures
• Experience using DOORS requirements traceability tool
• Experience using model-based design methods (SysML or UML) and associate software applications e.g. Rhapsody.
• Advanced ability using typical PC software such as word processors, databases, flowcharts, project schedulers, and spreadsheets
• Experience in preparing and presenting information using a variety of media to various internal and external stakeholders and customers
• Experience using JIRA.
• Experience working in an Agile environment

We are looking for someone who has the following skills:

• Strong understanding of system engineering principles and practices.
• Ability to analyze complex problems and develop innovative solutions.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proven experience in managing projects and teams.
• Familiarity with DOORS requirements traceability tool and model-based design methods.