HENSOLDT is a globally leading supplier of premium sensors for security and surveillance missions. Capitalizing on more than a hundred years of experience in high-performance technology, we are the world market leader for missile warning systems and submarine periscopes. Moreover, HENSOLDT is well represented in the market for radar systems, optronics, electronic protection systems, and avionics hardware.  

The company was formed from Airbus’ defense electronics business and the former Airbus DS Optronics, serving the market as a new sensor house under the brand name of HENSOLDT, with HENSOLDT Inc. as our U.S. entity.

Hensoldt Inc. offers an open and collaborative culture.  Small Company/Start-up culture with a great large company foundation.  We pride ourselves on working to build the company we've always wanted to work for. 

Hensoldt Inc. offers an extensive and competitive benefits program including Comprehensive Medical, Prescription, Dental and Vision Care Coverage, Health Savings and Flexible Spending Plan Options, Basic Life and Accident Insurance, 401K Savings Plan & Match, Employee Assistance Program, Voluntary Short Term/Long Term Disability, Tuition Reimbursement, Paid Time Off (PTO) and Holiday Pay.

Hensoldt Inc. is seeking a creative and motivated Engineer who enjoys solving challenging problems in a dynamic and growing team environment.  You will play a critical and influential role in delivering a broad range of industry-leading radar, electro-optics, and vehicle self-protection technologies to U.S. customers. 

Reporting to the Director of Engineering, the successful candidate will have a strong background in the development, optimization, integration and testing of complex sensor systems preferably for military applications.  The candidate must have demonstrated engineering skills in hardware and software design and integration, systems engineering methodologies, and developing system architectures. Collaboration and innovation are important skills as you’ll work in a diverse, international team to deliver solutions for our customers.  You are a key role in tailoring technologies to meet the needs of our customers. You will work closely with the Director of Engineering to develop technical roadmaps for our growing engineering capabilities in the U.S.  You will interface directly with senior business development teams to craft technical solutions and work alongside engineering teams to integrate and deliver those solutions.

Duties include but are not limited to:

• Build engineering project plans to effectively lead cross-functional teams in project execution
• Coordinate and oversee engineering aspects of system integration and production efforts
• Develop and specify operational, functional, and design requirements to meet customer needs
• Plan and conduct system design reviews
• Design and develop technical solutions for highly competitive customer focused proposals and request for information (RFI) efforts
• Collaborate with business development team to generate focused customer solutions and align efforts with overall technology roadmaps
• May represent the company at planning meetings.
• Other Duties as Assigned

Required Education and Experience

• Bachelors’ Degree in Engineering, Applied Science or related discipline and at least 5 years’ of relevant experience or equivalent years’ experience/education
• Demonstrated experience in the development, optimization, integration, and testing of complex sensor systems
• Demonstrated experience in systems engineering methodologies and developing system architectures
• Demonstrated experience developing hardware, software, and interface requirements tailored to customer and operational needs
• Experience developing system engineering management plans, test and evaluation plans, and associated reports
• Knowledge of hardware and software configuration management methodologies and processes for controlling design changes
• Ability to provide technical briefings and technology demonstrations to customers
• Demonstrated experience in technical proposal development
• Strong communication skills both oral and written, and ability to influence
• Ability to obtain/maintain US security clearance at the Secret Level
• High proficiency in Microsoft Office, Outlook, Excel, Project etc.
• Strong leadership, self-initiative, and proven ability to work with BD and ELT
• Demonstrated problem identification, analytic/ problem solving skills, flexibility, etc.
• Excellent organizational and customer service skills
• Ability to work in a fast paced, ever changing exciting work environment

Desired Qualifications

• Familiar with Import/Export, ITAR/EAR regulations
• Experience planning and conducting system design reviews
• Experience initiating, coordinating, and overseeing system integration/production activities
• Experience in one or more of the following domains:
  • Radar system design, integration, and testing
  • RF signal processing
  • Electro-Optical/Infrared sensors
  • Laser-based optical systems
• Familiar with Import/Export, ITAR/EAR regulations
• Experience in working with international businesses

Hensoldt Inc. is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or veteran status, or any other protected class.