Systems Engineer

What a Systems Engineer Does at REDCOM Laboratories: Gather and analyze requirements from internal and external stakeholders, including standards documents, to create actionable engineering specifications. Collaboratively design and document system architectures to meet requirements, integrating hardware, software, system interface, and user interface components. Provide technical leadership and facilitate collaboration across multidisciplinary teams for design, prototyping, validation, and commercialization of product systems. Apply engineering best practices and ensure compliance with quality and regulatory standards. Assist in troubleshooting and resolving system-level issues throughout product development and deployment life cycle. Prepare clear technical documentation and communicate project status to diverse audiences. Drive continuous improvement to products and engineering process by staying current with industry trends and implementing best practices. Evaluate and assess multiple design approaches, researching available technologies and products as appropriate. Key Responsibilities: Lead and participate in the full systems engineering lifecycle, from requirements analysis and design through integration, verification, and validation. Apply classical engineering principles and rigorous processes to ensure robust, reliable, and maintainable system designs. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including hardware, software, and UX/UI designers, to develop integrated solutions. Act as technical point of contact and subject matter expert for customer interactions regarding system requirements and design. Architect and design systems with a focus on interoperability, security, reliability, and compliance with industry standards where applicable. Develop and review technical documentation, including system specifications, interface control documents, and test plans. Support the development and integration of real-time communications systems, ensuring low latency and high reliability. Evaluate and implement security best practices, including zero trust architectures and commercial cryptography, to protect sensitive communications. Participate in design reviews, risk assessments, and troubleshooting activities. Stay current with emerging technologies and industry trends relevant to REDCOMs mission. Act as a representative of REDCOM for participation in technical consortia and standards bodies. Required Qualifications: Bachelors or Masters degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field. Proven experience in systems engineering with a strong understanding of engineering rigor and process. Demonstrated knowledge of software and UX design principles. Experience working in multidisciplinary teams and integrating hardware and software components. Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail. Strong written and verbal communication skills, including demonstrated ability to discuss technical topics in plain language with both technical and non-technical personnel.