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The 2,000+ employees of Draper tackle important national challenges with a promise of delivering successful and usable solutions. From military defense and space exploration to biomedical engineering, lives often depend on the solutions we provide. Our multidisciplinary teams of engineers and scientists work in a collaborative environment that inspires the cross-fertilization of ideas necessary for true innovation. For more information about Draper, visit www.draper.com.\nJob Description Summary:\nThe System Requirements Engineer (DMTS) is responsible for the definition, analysis, and verification of a system and subsystem requirements to shape the overall system design. The role entails application of systems engineering methods within a model-based systems engineering (MBSE) and/or digital engineering framework. Responsibilities include the elucidation of mission needs, definition of use cases/CONOPS, functional system modeling, requirement tree development and flow-down, analysis-based requirement trades/balancing, simulation-based performance trades/analysis, simulation-based requirements verification, test strategy development, test design, and requirements management through product life-cycle.Job Description:\nDuties/Responsibilities\nCoordinate, schedule and participate in the requirements assessments.\nPerform strategic technical planning, project management, performance engineering, risk management and interface design.\nConducts requirements engineering, scheduling, reliability, development, and evaluation, maintainability and analysis for training.\nLead assessment effort in conducting both formal and informal evaluations and analysis.\nAnalyze assessment results and make improvement/change recommendations.\nEnsure assessment results and recommendations can be incorporated into the requirements documentation.\nIndependently drive solutions to complex, multidisciplinary problems with a deep understanding of a customer's strategic priorities\nHelp customers shape their needs and develop requirements for programs that solve their most challenging technical problems.\nLead large multidisciplinary teams. Aligns team towards program goals and builds trust within the team.\nSubject Matter Expert (SME) in Systems Engineering.\nContributes to advancing State of the Art (SOA) solutions and techniques in their field\nAble to analyze Draper strategy and work with management to build capability in key areas to help sustain business growth.\nIdentifies risks common among multiple programs/technology areas/etc. and develops and executes mitigation strategies.\nWorks to improve operations at the enterprise level. Identifies areas for improvement within the organization and uses positive collaboration practices to achieve change.\nActively mentors and seeks opportunities to build depth for their area of expertise. Recognizes strengths and weaknesses in others and gives thoughtful, constructive feedback.\nSkills/Abilities\nHighly-organized, capable of approaching problems with a system-level perspective.\nStrong oral and written communication skills.\nPractical experience with the systems engineering process.\nFamiliarity with model-based systems engineering (MBSE) and/or digital engineering (DE) tools/methods.\nRoles may require proficiency with modeling/simulation, computer coding languages, SysML, STPA, DOORs, and/or other engineering analysis tools.\nKnowledge of GN&C, avionics architectures, fault tolerance, cyber/security, comms/encryption, or other technologies may be required as defined in the summary.\nEducation\nRequires a bachelor's degree in engineering, physics, mathematics, or related field. Masters degree preferred.\nExperience\n10-15 years experience in systems engineering with emphasis in requirements engineering.\nAdditional Job Description:\nApplicants selected for this opportunity will be required to obtain and maintain a government security clearance\nConnect With Draper for Future Opportunities! If you don't find the right posting in our Career Opportunities, you may submit your resume for future consideration.\nJob Location - City:\nClearfieldJob Location - State:\nUtahJob Location - Postal Code:\n84015The US base salary range for this full-time position is\n$100,000.00 - $275,000.00Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target salaries for the position across all US locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Union ranges will be in compliance with the collective bargaining agreement's approved rates by location and role.Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process. Please note that the compensation details listed in US role postings reflect the base salary only, and does not include bonuses or benefits.\nOur work is very important to us, but so is our life outside of work. Draper supports many programs to improve work-life balance including workplace flexibility, employee clubs ranging from photography to yoga, health and finance workshops, off site social events and discounts to local museums and cultural activities. If this specific job opportunity and the chance to work at a nationally renowned R&D innovation company appeals to you, apply now www.draper.com/careers.\nDraper is committed to creating an inclusive environment. We understand the value of inclusivity and its impact on a high-performance culture. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information. Draper is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. 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