Sr. Systems Engineer I

Location: Austin, Texas, United States

Department: Off-Planet R&D

ICON is looking for a Systems Engineer to manage the cross functional development of our Defense R&D programs promoting the optimization and design of ICON’s 3D printing robotics to meet defense and military application requirements . The ideal candidate should have a solid foundation of systems engineering tools, processes, and methodologies. This individual is extremely proficient at communicating accurate information both out and up, a strong communicator, and has the ability to lead a highly experienced technical development team of engineers and technicians. We need a proactive self-starter who is humble, meticulous, hardworking, collaborative and loves to solve problems. This role will report to the Sr. Director of Defense R&D Programs at our Austin, TX campus. 

RESPONSIBILITIES
Use proven systems engineering approaches,  such as model based system engineering (MBSE) to manage requirements, milestones, and associated programmatic and system needs.
Collaborate with cross-functional, multidisciplinary teams to lead, drive, and execute design, development, and test of robotic construction technology developments tailored for military use. 
Create documentation and organize technical information to serve as deliverables in government contracts, white-papers, and presentations.
Own the execution of multiple programs and their interrelated projects in an organized, detailed manner. Projects require cross-functional coordination, communication, influence, and negotiation, including direct customer interface.
Analyze stakeholder needs across all workstreams to identify gaps, identify risks, and define mitigation for an acceptable and timely solution.
Efficiently communicate project status to stakeholders and leadership via presentations, dashboards, email, verbal, etc.
Assume accountability for the entire program from start to finish while ensuring all project objectives and deliverables are met.
Ability to lead a highly skilled multi-disciplinary team in the development of highly complex and sophisticated electro-mechanical robotic systems.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or STEM-related field. Mechanical or Electrical engineering background preferred.
5+ years of engineering product development experience with at least 3+ years experience in R&D environments developing new and cutting edge products.  
3+ years of experience in systems engineering with a proven track record of successfully managing hardware system development projects to completion.
Innovative and creative problem solver with meticulous attention to detail and a stickler for time management.
Strong curiosity tendencies and a willingness to challenge the highest technical members on the team in regards to process, approach, technical strategy, and risk.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, ability to filter and distill the relevant information to the right audience.
Comfortable with change and ambiguity with the ability to quickly propose solutions given limited guidance.
Strong understanding of System Engineering principles in regards to requirements capture, risk management, system block diagrams, and work breakdown structures.
Can communicate with technical and non-technical team members effectively.
Experience in R&D engineering, test/validation, and manufacturing.
Adept at communicating in a collaborative team environment and seeking optimum solutions with other team members.
Knowledge of or direct experience with MBSE

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
Previous start-up experience, and/or a resourceful innovative nature with an ability to streamline or develop efficient processes.
Ability to prepare written technical documents and to verbally present at various meetings. 
Ability to work with a strong work ethic and close attention to detail in a fast-paced dynamic team environment with rapidly changing roles and responsibilities.
Knowledge of Model-Based Systems Engineering methods.
Experience with the design and development of robotic systems.
Experience in Additive manufacturing technologies.
Experience in managing large-scale and dynamic engineering projects.
M.S. in Systems Engineering or certificates of education in Systems Engineering practices.
Demonstrated ability to grasp new technical concepts quickly and to lead operations and technical teams.
Ability to prioritize and stay cool in a dynamic start-up environment.
A hunger for learning and personal growth.