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Principal Software Engineer

Leonardo DRS
Dayton, OH Full Time
POSTED ON 5/1/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/13/2025

Job ID : 111565

The Leonardo DRS Airborne and Intelligence Systems business is a global leader and strategic partner committed to delivering world-class, full life-cycle defense and intelligence products that protect the security of our nation and our allies. From air combat training to state-of-the-art electronic warfare systems, our technology is deployed by virtually all U.S. military and government agencies around the world.

Job Summary

Involved with the design, development, analysis, testing and debugging of computer software applications and / or systems. May include Image and Signal Processing, Real-time, Firmware, Database Design, Operating Systems, Operator / Machine Interface, or others. Develop software tools including operating systems, compilers, routers, networks, and utilities. Apply strong cryptographic knowledge to secure high-assurance network communication, leveraging advanced IP-based encryption techniques and protocols to protect sensitive data. Determine hardware compatibility. Complete documentation and procedures for installation and maintenance. Interact with users to define system requirements and / or necessary modifications.

Job Responsibilities

Responsible for driving technology and completion of activity on time and budget

Design, develop, analyze, document and support testing of products, systems or subsystems

Ability to 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

Ability to lead major problem resolution efforts and support regaining or attaining customer partner status

Be a key member of the new business capture team

Provide budget, cost and schedule input for design assignments

Document component and subsystem specifications and material requirements

Analyze designs as necessary. Responsible for higher-level product line architecture and providing guidance and oversight to multiple development teams working on different products or technologies to ensure the technologies interoperate or connect to each other appropriately

Actively support pursuit of new business by developing and presenting new concepts, technologies, or application as part of Business Development and Program Manager team.

Develop trusted engineering contacts with the customer. Become a part of the customer's design team, looking out for their best interest.

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

May mentor and coach less-experienced engineers

Support, communicate, reinforce, and defend the mission, values, and culture of the organization

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related technical field with a minimum of 8 years of experienceMastery of technologies and domain knowledge

Expected to have knowledge and significant experience in multiple engineering disciplines

U.S. Citizenship required. This position requires an active DOD security clearance or the ability to obtain such clearance within a reasonable time after commencement of employment.

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. #AIS

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