About this role
Greenfield Engineering, a Saalex Company is seeking a Surveillance Systems Engineer in Patuxent River, MD. The Surveillance Systems Engineer supports the integration, certification, and evaluation of airborne surveillance systems across Naval Aviation platforms. The incumbent independently contributes to engineering analysis, certification efforts, and systems integration activities, ensuring surveillance systems meet operational and regulatory requirements.
Position Type: Full-Time
Salary: $110k-$150k 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:
Surveillance Systems Engineering
Analyze and support integration of airborne surveillance systems, including: ADS‑B (Out/In)Mode S transpondersTCAS / ACAS systemsEvaluate system architectures, interfaces, and interoperability with air traffic systems Certification & Compliance Support
Support certification and compliance efforts, including: Reviewing requirements and design artifactsSupporting compliance documentation and certification packagesAnalyzing verification and validation (V&V) resultsAssist with airworthiness activities such as: Flight clearance supportEngineering assessmentsSystems Engineering & Integration
Perform systems engineering activities including: Requirements analysis and traceabilityDesign and interface evaluationIntegration and verification supportIdentify technical risks and support mitigation strategies Test & Evaluation
Support lab, ground, and flight test activitiesAnalyze system performance and compliance evidence Risk & Technical Assessment
Contribute to system performance assessments and issue identificationSupport basic hazard analysis and risk identification activities Team and IPT Support
Work within Integrated Product Teams (IPTs)Coordinate with: Program offices (PMAs)Senior engineers and stakeholdersTest, integration, and software teamsProvide task-level guidance to junior engineersOther duties as assigned or requiredRequirements
Required:
Experience with airborne surveillance systems (e.g., ADS‑B, Mode S, TCAS)Working knowledge of: Systems engineering principlesRequirements management and V&V processesFamiliarity with certification and airworthiness processesAbility to analyze system behavior and interpret technical dataStrong technical documentation and communication skillsExperience working in a team-based engineering environment
Desired:
Experience supporting Naval Aviation or DoD aviation programsFamiliarity with certification standards (RTCA, FAA, ICAO)Exposure to hazard analysis or risk assessment activitiesExperience with multi-platform or integrated avionics environments
Education/Years of Experience:
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Systems Engineering, or related field and 3-7 years related experience required.
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 DisabilityTraining & DevelopmentWellness ResourcesStock Option Plan