Principal Engineer - Umb

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We look forward to learning more about you! Business Unit:Cubic Transportation SystemsCompany Details:When you join Cubic, you become part of a company that creates and delivers technology solutions in transportation to make people's lives easier by simplifying their daily journeys, and defense capabilities to help promote mission success and safety for those who serve their nation.
Led by our talented teams around the world, Cubic is committed to solving global issues through innovation and service to our customers and partners.

We have a top-tier portfolio of businesses, including Cubic Transportation Systems (CTS) and Cubic Defense (CD).
Explore more on Cubic.com.Job Details:Job Summary This position will provide technical consultancy and input towards the architecture, design and development of complex software and hardware systems.
Additionally, the incumbent will provide overall coordination of complete system solutions, inputs towards evaluating RFP requirements and future work, systems engineering process and procedures and input and support for project risk management activities.
The position will be responsible for systems engineering planning, scheduling, and execution of requirements analysis, system design, analyses and trade studies, hardware/software design oversight, requirements verification, system integration, and system level test, and subcontractor technical management/oversight.
It will also apply systems engineering principles, processes and skills to systematically convert customer needs into total systems solutions that acknowledge technical, schedule, and cost constraints.
Act as project lead if required on up to very large projects.
This position typically works under limited supervision and direction.
Incumbents of this position will regularly exercise discretionary and substantial decision-making authority.
Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities: Research design concepts and feasibility utilizing advanced technical theory and knowledgeKeep informed of new developments in systems engineering techniques and advances in technologyProvide technical oversight on a given projectElicit, clarify, define and develop and manage system requirementsDevelop and manage the system requirementsAllocate system requirements to subsystem and oversee development/refinement of lower-level requirementsPerform system requirement analysis and reviews system and subsystem design and interface specificationsCreate and execute certification plans to gain approval by certifying agenciesDefine operational conceptsParticipate or lead both internal and external design reviews and status meetingsPerform system modeling and simulation, trade studies and system functional analysesPerform analyses and trade studies as necessary to aid in the selection of system conceptsIntegrate specialty engineering disciplines into a project teamDirect a project team to define and document the system architecture and designDevelop system architectures that relate requirements and interfaces so that effectiveness of system design concept is clearly communicated to customerInfluence hardware and software designs to ensure compliance with requirements and system designAble to act as a Technical Design Authority (TDA) on a project or productPerform hardware/software integration planning and oversee activitiesPerform system level test planning and oversee test implementationInterface with both internal and external stakeholders including but not limited to engineering, program management, quality, finance, business development, services, sub-contractors, end users and customersWork closely with other engineering disciplines to coordinate and integrate system elements and interfaces to enable integrated teams and project cohesionMay participate in or lead a team effort to solve engineering problems or develop improved engineering processesPerform technical risk management activitiesSupport project risk management activitiesSupport and coordinate the work of senior systems engineers as directed by principal systems engineer leadLead engineering activities for development of new business proposals, and preparation of associated cost rationale for change/new business of up to very large scope, cost and riskDirect engineering activities for proposal effortsMonitor, mentor, and train less experienced systems engineersFor Systems Engineers who are acting as project leads: Plan, direct, coordinate and monitor assigned engineering projects involving the design, development, integration and testing of systems, subsystems and subassemblies.
Responsible for project schedules, budgets, and technical performance.
Conduct project coordination and review meetings.
Make presentations before management and customers.
Conduct in-house design reviews and technical meetings.Coordinate and develop project concepts, objectives, specifications and resource needs.
Monitor project status and system performance measures.
Ensure compliance with contractual requirements for all engineering tasks.General Duties and Responsibilities: Comply with Cubic's Quality Management SystemComply with Cubic Occupational Health, Safety and Environment policies and proceduresComply with security in accordance with established policies and procedures of the organisationsComply with Cubic Human Resources ProceduresOther duties as requestedMinimum Job Requirements: Qualifications Essential:
Degree in system, software or electrical engineering, computer science, information systems or related discipline (or equivalent experience)Desirable:
Post graduate study in Systems Engineering or related area preferredProfessional Systems Engineering certification such as INCOSE CSEP, Engineers Australia Chartered Engineer StatusProject Management certificationSkills/Experience/Knowledge: Essential:
Strong engineering background in one of the engineering disciplines such as, hardware, software, system test with an emphasis on system architecture.Minimum 8 years of experience working in a software driven technology environment8 years of experience working with engineering projects involving complex systems8 years directing teams on system definitionFormal Systems Engineering/Solution Architecture experienceExperience at a team level in development or technology integration teamsFamiliarity with Software Development Life Cycles using both Waterfall and Agile approachesAware of software development best practice and able to apply standards and procedures effectivelyExperience with expressing system designs using UML and sysMLKnowledge of relevant engineering standards and relevant Health and Safety legislative requirementsKnowledge of embedded devices and technology, and engineered IT system solutionsExperience of working in a formal project structure following ISO 9001 processesExperience of working with software and systems engineering standards ISO/IEC/IEEE 15288, 42010, 29148Extensive level of awareness of budget, schedule and quality in relation to project deliverables from a technical planning and execution perspective.Knowledge of data modeling and system design using formal notationsKnowledge of embedded devices and technology, and engineered IT system solutionsProject coordination experienceIn depth knowledge of customer needs and competing products.Experience with Enterprise Architect for systems modellingExperience with IBM Rational DOORS for requirements managementDesirable:
Experience with trusted and multi-level security systemsExperience with conducting risk assessments IAW and security control compliance testing IAW NIST and developing certification and accreditation documentationProject planning experienceTicketing and automated fare collection, or similar applications involving large networks of unattended/passenger-operated devices For Systems Engineers who are acting as project leads: Essential:
Must be able to work and supervise team engineers under project deadlines and associated cost and schedule constraints.Personal Qualities: Willingness to learn with an open mindAbility to pick up new skills quickly and effectively and grasp complexityPossesses a methodical and structured approach to the definition of problems and solutions.High-level problem-solving skills and systems thinking, able to explain and work through complex problems with teams, project managers and the Customer.Self-motivated and proactive with an ability to work autonomously but also able to work in highly performing integrated Engineering teamExcellent interpersonal skills and ability to influence team members and peers.Excellent time management and organisational skillsExcellent leadership skillsExcellent written and verbal communication and presentation skills, with the ability to build relationships and liaise effectively with project teams, project managers and the Customer.Commercially aware and able to protect Cubic's business interests while striving to deliver superior products and servicesQuick to build relationships with customers and colleagues and earn their respect through sound judgement and a positive attitude.High level of ethical behaviourAbility to occasionally travel both intrastate and overseasAble to work well under pressure in a variety of situations and deliver on commitments on time and on scheduleCondition of Employment: Successful outcome of a National Police Check
Worker Type:Employee
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