Mission Systems Engineer Cover Letter

In response to your job posting for mission systems engineer, I am including this letter and my resume for your review.

Previously, I was responsible for oversight and technical leadership to senior - Provide systems and systems of systems engineering support to research and development programs.

My experience is an excellent fit for the list of requirements in this job:

• Expertise in the development of solid and liquid rocket systems is desirable
• Working knowledge of CAD tools (UG or Pro-E)
• Experience with programming tools (Fortran, Python, Matlab, C, Visual Basic, Excel, ), and analysis tools such as Model Center and POST is desirable
• Drawing / schematic reading / interpretation & fault isolation
• Good knowledge of Mission Sensors & Subsystems, as EO/IR, Radar (SAR, MPR, ), SIGINT/ELINT/COMINT, AIS, PLS, Computing, ESM, is also appreciated
• Excellent knowledge of development & integration activities, from requirements capture to verification/validation activities to achieve a qualified/certified system
• Experience in using source code control tools such as Accurev, GIT, SVN or CVS
• Extensive experience designing and developing engineering applications for medium to large, complex software systems

I submit this application to express my sincere interest in the mission systems engineer position.

In my previous role, I was responsible for architectural expertise, direction, and assistance to Systems Engineering Analysts, Network Engineering Analysts, and software development teams.

Please consider my qualifications and experience:

• Provide detailed technical leadership for the project development activity for all phases (requirements, design, development and integration/test) including leading the architecture and requirements teams with a strong customer focus
• Support the Integrated Product Manager (IPT) execute the program and support new business including estimates
• Support the IPT leader in communications with the Program Manager, Program SEIT and customer
• Define and allocate the system requirements and architecture across the various ASC2 mission systems IPTs, working with the IPTs to ensure that the design of the subsystems fits within the architecture and will integrate with other subsystems
• Review and monitor the develop team’s status, metrics, schedules and plans
• Verify high quality functionality is developed and proper testing
• Develop innovative solutions to a wide range of complex problems and recommend corrective actions
• Requires working with foreign customers and export

I would like to submit my application for the mission systems engineer opening. Please accept this letter and the attached resume.

In my previous role, I was responsible for systems Engineering Leadership by leading section managers, leveraging core capabilities and identifying opportunities for innovation across Systems Engineering.

I reviewed the requirements of the job opening and I believe my candidacy is an excellent fit for this position. Some of the key requirements that I have extensive experience with include:

• Extensive experience developing software systems written in Java under Linux
• Strong understanding of software architectural principals such as Onion Architectural Layering, Inversion of Control (IoC) and Model-View- Controller (MVC) design patterns
• Excellent organizational skills and written and oral communications skills
• Demonstrated experience leading a small to medium team of software engineers
• Relevant certification per DoD 8570.01-M (such as CISSP)
• Familiarity with DIACAP and Risk Management Framework protocols
• Excellent and detail-oriented organizational, interpersonal, and communications skills
• Thorough understanding of Army air and ground operations and tactics

Please consider me for the mission systems engineer opportunity. I am including my resume that lists my qualifications and experience.

In the previous role, I was responsible for oversight and technical leadership by providing systems of systems engineering of the Army's Mission Command Research areas.

Please consider my qualifications and experience:

• Sensor system and or operation experience
• Experience with the Software Development lifecycle (including Requirements Analysis, Design, Code, Integration and Test)
• Integrated avionic systems
• Intel i960, Power PC, and Linux-based processors
• Agile software development principles and VersionOne
• Ada, C++, C#, Perl, Clearase, ClearQuest, DOORS
• Experience with Airborne Early Warning and Control (AEW&C) or Airborne Warning and Control System (AWACS) platforms
• Engineering experience in integration of technical impacts and plans across multiple functions or Integrated Product Teams (IPTs)

In response to your job posting for mission systems engineer, I am including this letter and my resume for your review.

Previously, I was responsible for systems engineering expertise to a complex, dynamic, ground system that develops, integrates, and fields critical Mission Applications.

My experience is an excellent fit for the list of requirements in this job:

• Experience in technical leadership of Software or Systems Architecture
• Experience in Multi-Sensor Fusion, Datalink and Software/Sensor integration
• Experience with Rationale DOORs, Rose, Clearcase, and Clearquest
• Experience with foreign customers and export control
• Familiarity with the design, analysis and/or testing of armaments systems and warheads
• Basic knowledge of CAD tools (UG or Pro-E)
• Basic knowledge of programming tools (Fortran, Python, Matlab, C, Visual Basic, Excel)
• Strong background in engineering fundamentals