Principal Engineer

ASRC Federal Advanced Research is currently seeking a Systems/Principal Engineer to support autonomy vehicle integrations in Sterling Heights, Michigan. Considering the state of the world today, military technical innovation is critical to defending our territories and those of our allies. The US Army is currently exploring advancements to equip ground combat forces with autonomous vehicle platforms. This effort presents a unique opportunity for civilians to participate in the research and development efforts that will shape future battlefield combat platforms. 

Job Responsibilities:

• Performs a variety of complex engineering tasks of analysis, design, or test nature in one or more of the company’s product/service areas requiring strong technical skills in one or more software and/or hardware engineering disciplines.
• Participate on project teams and provides guidance to less advanced engineers. Engineering activities support both domestic and international products/services.

• Responsible for the development of scope of effort estimates (Rough Order of Magnitude and Quotes) and engineering estimates for; manpower, materiel, schedule requirements, and potential risks, etc. to successfully meet customer requests for electrical systems integration support.
• Supervises the manufacturing, assembly, and installation of electrical vehicle systems and corrects flaws or malfunctions.
• Evaluate electrical systems, products, components, and applications by designing and conducting research programs.
• Confirm system's and components' capabilities by designing testing methods, testing properties, and isolating defects.
• Develop manufacturing processes for MIL-spec cables and harnesses by designing and modifying military vehicular wiring systems. Resulting designs are to be documented in AutoCAD, Visio, or Creo in preparation for mass production.
• Prepare product reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing information and trends to support the development of Analysis of Alternatives (AoAs), Courses of Action (COAs), and Trade Studies.
• Provides engineering information by answering questions and requests.
• Build, test, and modify product/vehicle systems and subsystem prototypes.
• Responsible for conducting design and engineering data management including; development of technical data, design specifications and standards, design review data, revision history and configuration management.  Typical tools used are PTC WindChill, MS SharePoint, and MCAD and ECAD suites.
• Design and develop electrical equipment solutions, including electric motors, machinery controls, lighting, and MIL-spec wiring in military vehicles, vehicle subsystems, communications systems, and power generation, control, and transmission.
• Assure product quality by designing electrical testing methods; testing finished products and system capabilities.
• Evaluate emerging technologies, build prototypes, and spearhead initiatives to solve complex, unprecedented technical problems.

Required Qualifications

• Ability to obtain and maintain a Government Secret Clearance.
• Willingness to travel CONUS and OCONUS, 25% annually.
• Possess a Bachelor’s degree (in Computer Science, Math, Electrical Engineering, Information Technology or related field) or equivalent, and 5-7 years of related experience.

            ASRC Federal and its Subsidiaries are Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, gender, color, age, sexual orientation, gender identification, national origin, religion, marital status, ancestry, citizenship, disability, protected veteran status, or any other factor prohibited by applicable law.

We invest in the lives of our employees, both in and out of the workplace, by providing competitive pay and benefits packages. Benefits offered may include health care, dental, vision, life insurance; 401(k); education assistance; paid time off including PTO, holidays, and any other paid leave required by law. The salary offered will depend on several factors including, but not limited to, relevant experience, skills, education, geographic location, internal equity, business needs, and other factors permitted by law. Posted pay ranges are a general guideline only and are not a guarantee of compensation or salary.

EEO Statement

ASRC Federal and its Subsidiaries are Equal Opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, gender, color, age, sexual orientation, gender identification, national origin, religion, marital status, ancestry, citizenship, disability, protected veteran status, or any other factor prohibited by applicable law.