Kranze Technology Solutions, Inc
Systems Engineering Manager
Kranze Technology Solutions, Inc, Des Plaines, Illinois, us, 60019
KTS develops complex, cutting-edge aircraft avionics hardware and software solutions supporting digital interoperability, survivability, situational awareness, and data collection. We have a proven track record of delivering high quality products throughout the defense industry.
KTS is seeking a systems engineer to manage part of the systems engineering team which is responsible for the development of requirements, design, integration and test of KTS products. This is a full-time position at the KTS facility in Des Plaines, IL.
Responsibilities
Provide technical oversight, mentoring and training to a team of five to ten Systems engineers.
Operate as a subject matter expert working with external customers to define systems requirements.
Manage development of products from design through test to verify compliance against requirements.
Staff projects including defining and prioritizing tasks. Provide workload forecasting and progress reports to ensure timely program execution.
Support proposal efforts to include budgetary and schedule estimates.
Educational Qualifications & Requirements
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree (preferred) in Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineering or related field.
Eight or more years of engineering experience executing engineering design with systems engineering experience.
Experience as a team or project lead.
Proven history of providing technical guidance to junior engineers.
Intimate knowledge of Systems Engineering best practices to include the Systems Engineering Technical Review process and V-Model.
Strong interpersonal, analytical, problem solving, and time management skills.
Ability to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance.
Preferred Skills
Technical and integration background with a solid understanding of developing battlespace CONOPS and mission oriented solutions.
Demonstrated integration experience of various systems (ideally of aircraft systems).
Proficient with the following interfaces including setup and troubleshooting: Serial (RS-232, RS-422, RS-485), Ethernet networking, PCIe, and MIL-STD-1553.
Comfortable with C/C++ or scripting language programming.
Benefits
Comprehensive Leave plan (Paid Time Off).
Comprehensive Health Care package including Medical, Vision, Dental, Health Savings Account (HSA), and more.
401(k) retirement plan.
Paid Overtime.
Flex Time and Flexible Scheduling.
Opportunities to travel.
Tuition Reimbursement options.
Casual and relaxed work environment.
About Kranze Technology Solutions We are part of an SPX Technologies’ Communication Technologies platform in the Detection & Measurement business segment. KTS is focused in the defense industry specializing in Infrared Countermeasures (IRCM) systems, digital interoperability and networking, and program support for the US Navy, US Marine Corps, and Special Operations Command. We provide hardware and software product development, systems integration, system test and evaluation support, modeling and simulation analysis, and other engineering services to support the Warfighter.
Each team member has significant opportunities to solve a variety of complex technical challenges in small teams while working hand in hand with our defense customers.
KTS is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. All applicants will be considered for employment without regards to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status, or any other segmenting characteristics protected by law.
Human Resources 847-737-7299 [email protected]
As required by law in this state, the estimated salary range for this position is $150,000–$180,000 and represents our good faith estimate as to what our ideal candidates are likely to expect. We tailor our offers within the range based on organizational needs, internal equity, market data, geographic zone, and the selected candidate’s experience, education, industry knowledge, location, technical and communication skills, and other factors that may prove relevant during the selection process.
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“Active duty wartime or campaign badge veteran” means a veteran who served on active duty in the U.S. military, ground, naval or air service during a war, or in a campaign or expedition for which a campaign badge has been authorized under the laws administered by the Department of Defense.
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KTS is seeking a systems engineer to manage part of the systems engineering team which is responsible for the development of requirements, design, integration and test of KTS products. This is a full-time position at the KTS facility in Des Plaines, IL.
Responsibilities
Provide technical oversight, mentoring and training to a team of five to ten Systems engineers.
Operate as a subject matter expert working with external customers to define systems requirements.
Manage development of products from design through test to verify compliance against requirements.
Staff projects including defining and prioritizing tasks. Provide workload forecasting and progress reports to ensure timely program execution.
Support proposal efforts to include budgetary and schedule estimates.
Educational Qualifications & Requirements
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree (preferred) in Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineering or related field.
Eight or more years of engineering experience executing engineering design with systems engineering experience.
Experience as a team or project lead.
Proven history of providing technical guidance to junior engineers.
Intimate knowledge of Systems Engineering best practices to include the Systems Engineering Technical Review process and V-Model.
Strong interpersonal, analytical, problem solving, and time management skills.
Ability to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance.
Preferred Skills
Technical and integration background with a solid understanding of developing battlespace CONOPS and mission oriented solutions.
Demonstrated integration experience of various systems (ideally of aircraft systems).
Proficient with the following interfaces including setup and troubleshooting: Serial (RS-232, RS-422, RS-485), Ethernet networking, PCIe, and MIL-STD-1553.
Comfortable with C/C++ or scripting language programming.
Benefits
Comprehensive Leave plan (Paid Time Off).
Comprehensive Health Care package including Medical, Vision, Dental, Health Savings Account (HSA), and more.
401(k) retirement plan.
Paid Overtime.
Flex Time and Flexible Scheduling.
Opportunities to travel.
Tuition Reimbursement options.
Casual and relaxed work environment.
About Kranze Technology Solutions We are part of an SPX Technologies’ Communication Technologies platform in the Detection & Measurement business segment. KTS is focused in the defense industry specializing in Infrared Countermeasures (IRCM) systems, digital interoperability and networking, and program support for the US Navy, US Marine Corps, and Special Operations Command. We provide hardware and software product development, systems integration, system test and evaluation support, modeling and simulation analysis, and other engineering services to support the Warfighter.
Each team member has significant opportunities to solve a variety of complex technical challenges in small teams while working hand in hand with our defense customers.
KTS is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. All applicants will be considered for employment without regards to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status, or any other segmenting characteristics protected by law.
Human Resources 847-737-7299 [email protected]
As required by law in this state, the estimated salary range for this position is $150,000–$180,000 and represents our good faith estimate as to what our ideal candidates are likely to expect. We tailor our offers within the range based on organizational needs, internal equity, market data, geographic zone, and the selected candidate’s experience, education, industry knowledge, location, technical and communication skills, and other factors that may prove relevant during the selection process.
Veteran Self-Identification
“Disabled veteran” is one of the following: a veteran of the U.S. military, ground, naval or air service who is entitled to compensation (or who but for the receipt of military retired pay would be entitled to compensation) under laws administered by the Secretary of Veterans Affairs; or
a person who was discharged or released from active duty because of a service-connected disability.
“Recently separated veteran” means any veteran during the three-year period beginning on the date of such veteran's discharge or release from active duty in the U.S. military, ground, naval, or air service.
“Active duty wartime or campaign badge veteran” means a veteran who served on active duty in the U.S. military, ground, naval or air service during a war, or in a campaign or expedition for which a campaign badge has been authorized under the laws administered by the Department of Defense.
“Armed forces service medal veteran” means a veteran who, while serving on active duty in the U.S. military, ground, naval or air service, participated in a United States military operation for which an Armed Forces service medal was awarded pursuant to Executive Order 12985.
I IDENTIFY AS ONE OR MORE OF THE CLASSIFICATIONS OF PROTECTED VETERAN LISTED ABOVE I AM NOT A PROTECTED VETERAN I DON'T WISH TO ANSWER
Voluntary Self-Identification of Disability Voluntary Self-Identification of Disability Form CC-305 OMB Control Number 1250-0005 Expires 04/30/2026
Why are you being asked to complete this form? We are a federal contractor or subcontractor. The law requires us to provide equal employment opportunity to qualified people with disabilities. We have a goal of having at least 7% of our workers as people with disabilities. The law says we must measure our progress toward this goal. To do this, we must ask applicants and employees if they have a disability or have ever had one. People can become disabled, so we need to ask this question at least every five years.
Completing this form is voluntary, and we hope that you will choose to do so. Your answer is confidential. No one who makes hiring decisions will see it. Your decision to complete the form and your answer will not harm you in any way. If you want to learn more about the law or this form, visit the U.S. Department of Labor’s Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs (OFCCP) website at www.dol.gov/ofccp.
How do you know if you have a disability? A disability is a condition that substantially limits one or more of your “major life activities.” If you have or have ever had such a condition, you are a person with a disability. Disabilities include, but are not limited to:
Alcohol or other substance use disorder (not currently using drugs illegally)
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
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
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