Position Description:

Outpost Technologies is seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Production and systems Engineer Subject Matter Expert (SME) to drive the development, integration, and optimization of advanced C-UAS technologies. This role will be responsible for end-to-end system design, ensuring manufacturability, operational reliability, and performance.

Position Responsibilities:

• Lead systems engineering processes, ensuring robust system architectures and seamless integration.
• Develop and refine requirements, specifications, and verification plans for C-UAS technologies.
• Oversee manufacturing workflows, assembly, and production optimization while maintaining system integrity.
• Implement model-based systems engineering (MBSE) methodologies to enhance design and development. (Preferred)
• Manage trade studies, risk analysis, and performance validation to ensure optimal C-UAS functionality.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with S&T, software, hardware, and user teams.
• Conduct and Lead Failure Review Boards, failure mode analysis (FMEA), root-cause investigations, and system reliability improvements.
• Ensure compliance with DoD standards, MIL-SPECs, and aerospace regulations.
• Lead testing, integration, and validation efforts to ensure CUAS effectiveness in real-world

Basic Qualifications:

• US Citizen
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Systems Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or Aerospace Engineering.
• 15+ years of experience in C-UAS, defense, aerospace, or complex systems engineering.
• Deep expertise in production, quality, systems engineering, system architecture, integration, and lifecycle management.
• Strong knowledge of sensor fusion, electronic warfare, and RF signal processing. (Preferred)
• Experience in hardware/software integration, cybersecurity, and data link communications. (Preferred)
• Able to obtain Top Secret security clearance (preferred Active but dependent on role scope).

Benefits

• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• 401(k) Matching
• Paid Time Off
• Comp Time Plan
• Paid Parental Leave
• Tuition Reimbursement