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Surveillance Systems Lead Engineer

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Greenfield Engineering, a Saalex Company is seeking a Surveillance Systems Lead Engineer in Patuxent River, MD. The Surveillance Systems Lead Engineer serves as the lead engineer and technical authority for airborne surveillance systems, overseeing integration, certification, and compliance across Naval Aviation platforms. Leads engineering efforts to ensure systems are safe, interoperable, and compliant with evolving airspace requirements while proactively managing certification risks.

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $150k-$180k annually (depending on experience)
Work Location: Hybrid remote/in-office. (see onsite requirements below)

**On-site Requirements: This position requires the ability to work onsite at Patuxent River, MD 60%+ of the time.

Essential Functions:

  • Technical Leadership
    • Serve as branch technical authority for airborne surveillance systems
    • Establish engineering processes, standards, and best practices
    • Provide oversight and technical direction to surveillance engineering team
    • Review engineering analyses, certification artifacts, and technical strategies
  • Certification & Compliance
    • Lead certification activities for ADS-B (Out/In), Mode S, and future surveillance technologies
    • Support TCAS, ACAS, and collision avoidance system certification efforts
    • Conduct Airworthiness Reviews, Flight Clearances, and Airworthiness Certification Plans
    • Support ANCTR reviews, Airworthiness Technical Assessments, and certification boards
  • Systems Engineering & Integration
    • Evaluate surveillance architectures, interfaces, and system designs
    • Assess interoperability with Air Traffic Management (ATM) systems
    • Review requirements, design documentation, test procedures, and verification data
    • Support lifecycle integration across multiple aircraft platforms
  • Technical Assessment & Risk Management
    • Conduct performance assessments and interoperability evaluations
    • Identify system risks and support hazard analyses and SSRAs
    • Develop and implement mitigation strategies
  • Test & Evaluation
    • Support laboratory, ground, and flight testing activities
    • Evaluate compliance evidence and system performance outcomes
  • Enterprise Coordination
    • Collaborate with PMAs, CHENGs, TWHs, FAA, industry partners, and international stakeholders
    • Ensure alignment with regulatory and operational requirements across organizations
    • Other duties as assigned or required

Requirements

Required:

  • Demonstrated experience with airborne surveillance systems, including:
    • ADS-B Out / ADS-B In
    • Mode S Transponders (EHS / ELS)
    • TCAS, TCAS II, and ACAS systems
    • Cooperative surveillance and air traffic surveillance architectures
  • Strong knowledge of certification standards and regulatory frameworks, including:
    • RTCA DO-260, DO-181, DO-185, DO-300, DO-385
    • FAA Advisory Circulars (AC 20-165, AC 20-172)
    • ICAO Annex 10 and international surveillance requirements
    • NAVAIR airworthiness policies and processes
  • Experience in:
    • Systems engineering and integration
    • Airworthiness certification and compliance processes
    • Requirements management, verification, and validation
    • Risk management, hazard analysis, and SSRAs
    • Test and evaluation methodologies
  • Proven ability to lead technical teams and provide engineering oversight across multiple programs or platforms

Desired:

  • Experience supporting Naval Aviation or DoD aviation programs
  • Familiarity with civil/military surveillance interoperability and IFF systems (Mode A/C, Mode S, military interfaces)
  • Experience with advanced or emerging surveillance technologies (e.g., ACAS Xa/Xo, future CNS/ATM systems)
  • Prior involvement in certification boards, ANCTR processes, or airspace integration initiatives
  • Experience coordinating with FAA, international regulators, and industry stakeholders
  • Strong background in oceanic and international airspace operations

Education/Years of Experience:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Systems Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related technical field required and 3+ years direct Surveillance experience, and 10+ years engineering experience.
  • Advanced degree (Master’s or higher) in a relevant discipline is preferred

Security Clearance:

Active Secret clearance required. Requirements to obtain a clearance include US Citizenship, security investigation, etc.

Benefits

  • Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
  • Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
  • Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
  • Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
  • Short Term & Long Term Disability
  • Training & Development
  • Wellness Resources
  • Stock Option Plan

What this application asks

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First name, Last name, Email, Phone, Home Address Line 1, Home Address Line 2, City, State, Zip Code, Address, Are you legally eligible to be employed in the United States? (Proof of identity and eligibility will be required upon employment):, Are you at least 18 years or older? (If no, you may be required to provide authorization to work):, Have you ever worked for this Company before?, If Yes, please provide details (Where/When/Job Title):, Are you able to perform the essential functions of the job for which you are applying with or without a reasonable accommodation?, When would you be available to begin work?, Type of Employment Desired:, Hourly rate/salary desired:, Are you currently employed?, If so, may we inquire of your present employer?, If presently employed, why are you considering leaving?, Would you be able and willing to travel as needed by the job?, Affirmation: I affirm that I have not entered into any non-competition, non-solicitation, non-disclosure/confidentiality or any other agreement with a former employer that limits, restricts, bars, or in any way impacts my ability to work for Saalex:, If no, please provide us with a copy of your agreement:, Do you have a disability? A person has a disability if they have a physical or mental impairment or medical condition that substantially limits a major life activity, or if they have a history or record of such an impairment or medical condition. Examples include but are not limited to: Alcohol or other substance use disorder (not currently using drugs illegally) Autoimmune disorder, for example, lupus, fibromyalgia, rheumatoid arthritis, HIV/AIDS Blind or low vision Cancer (past or present) Cardiovascular or heart disease Celiac disease Cerebral palsy Deaf or serious difficulty hearing Diabetes Disfigurement, for example, disfigurement caused by burns, wounds, accidents, or congenital disorders Epilepsy or other seizure disorder Gastrointestinal disorders, for example, Crohn's Disease, irritable bowel syndrome Intellectual or developmental disability Mental health conditions, for example, depression, bipolar disorder, anxiety disorder, schizophrenia, PTSD Missing limbs or partially missing limbs Mobility impairment, benefiting from the use of a wheelchair, scooter, walker, leg brace(s) and/or other supports Nervous system condition, for example, migraine headaches, Parkinson’s disease, multiple sclerosis (MS) Neurodivergence, for example, attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), autism spectrum disorder, dyslexia, dyspraxia, other learning disabilities Partial or complete paralysis (any cause) Pulmonary or respiratory conditions, for example, tuberculosis, asthma, emphysema Short stature (dwarfism) Traumatic brain injury, Are you a protected veteran? Protected veterans include: Disabled Veteran, Recently Separated Veteran(within 3 years of discharge), Active Duty Wartime, Campaign Badge Veteran, or Armed Forces Service Medal Veteran., Resume, Summary, Education, Highschool Name & Location:, Did you graduate?, If you have completed any special courses, seminars, and/or training that would help you to perform the position for which you are applying, please describe:, Please upload any relevant certifications:, Experience, Latest Employer Name:, Dates Employed:, Job Title, Supervisor Name & Title:, May we contact?, Reason for leaving:, Cover letter, Authorization: By entering your name below, you are verifying that you have read and understand the disclaimer below. I certify that the answers given herein are true and complete, that I understand that this application does not signify a contract or guarantee of employment. I desire to obtain employment with Saalex Corporation ("Saalex"). By my signature below, I authorize Saalex to obtain and verify information contained in my application, resume and other job-related documents and to exchange information with personal and professional references with respect to my employment history and past performance. Further, I hereby authorize Saalex or a third party designated by Saalex to conduct an employment background investigation and give my consent for full and complete disclosure about my background, job qualifications and credentials. This includes, but is not limited to, employment history, Social Security trace, academic records, professional license and certification checks, military records, driving records, criminal conviction records (FBI-national and state), personal and/or professional references, and other matters related to all statements contained in this application for employment, as may be necessary in arriving at an employment decision. If the position(s) for which I am applying requires a more thorough investigation as a condition of employment, I agree to comply with and submit to all required procedures and conditions as prescribed. I understand that my employment is contingent upon the satisfactory completion of a background investigation, reference checks and the verification of information contained in this application and understand the information shall be confidential and safeguarded for its intended purpose. Further, I understand that I may be subject to substance testing as part of any pre-employment background investigation and while employed at Saalex. I hereby grant Saalex permission to conduct substance testing in accordance with state and federal law. I understand that my refusal to agree to substance testing may result in a negative employment action or termination of employment. I understand that in order to achieve uniformity and to comply with Saalex policy, Saalex's offers of employment are limited to those contained in signed written offer letters to prospective employees. I also understand that any verbal discussions of terms or conditions of employment by Saalex representatives are not binding upon Saalex unless confirmed in such signed offer letters, and that employment would be for no definite or determinable period. I understand and acknowledge that, unless otherwise defined by applicable law, any employment relationship with this organization is of an "at will" nature, which means that the Employee may resign at any time and the Employer may discharge Employee at any time with or without cause. It is further understood that this "at will" employment relationship may not be changed by any written document or by conduct unless such change is specifically acknowledged in writing by an authorized executive of this organization. In the event of employment, I understand that omissions and false or misleading information given in my application or interview(s) may result in discharge, regardless of the time elapsed before discovery. I understand, also, that I am required to abide by all rules and regulations of the employer. I also understand that should I be employed by Saalex, I will be required in accordance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986 (IRCA), to provide, by my third day of employment, information attesting to my employment eligibility status. I acknowledge that this verification is a condition of employment and that failure to comply will void my offer of employment. Signature:, Authorization Signature Date:, STATEMENT FOR MARYLAND APPLICANTS: UNDER MARYLAND LAW, AN EMPLOYER MAY NOT REQUIRE OR DEMAND, AS A CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENT, PROSPECTIVE EMPLOYMENT, OR CONTINUED EMPLOYMENT, THAT AN INDIVIDUAL SUBMIT TO OR TAKE A LIE DETECTOR OR SIMILAR TEST. AN EMPLOYER WHO VIOLATES THIS LAW IS GUILTY OF A MISDEMEANOR AND SUBJECT TO A FINE NOT EXCEEDING $100., Signature Date:, Do you currently hold an active security clearance?, If so, what level clearance do you currently hold?, Have you ever held a clearance in the past?, If so, what level of clearance have you held previously?, Do you have the ability to obtain a Secret Clearance? Requirements to obtain a clearance include US Citizenship, security investigation, etc.

  • Do you have experience performing systems engineering and integration activities, including requirements review, verification & validation (V&V), and system testing? yes / no
  • Do you have working knowledge of surveillance-related certification standards such as RTCA DO‑260, DO‑181, DO‑185, or FAA Advisory Circulars? yes / no
  • Do you have a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Systems Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related technical field and 3+ years direct Surveillance experience, and 10+ years engineering experience? yes / no

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