Lead Solution / Systems Architect

Building the people that build the world.

With platforms in HVAC and Detection and Measurement, SPX Technologies builds innovative solutions that enable a safer, more efficient, sustainable world. Through our RiSE talent development framework, we Reach, Identify, Strengthen, and Engage our employees to support them in their continued development. Were a global company of problem solvers, collaborators, and innovators, and our businesses build solutions that impact the world.

As part of Detection and Measurement, TCI is a global leader in innovative spectrum monitoring and signals intelligence systems. With solutions to ensure the efficient use of frequencies, long distance communications, monitoring and security communications intelligence applications, we improve communications and protect military forces and infrastructure around the world.

This is a rare and extremely exciting opportunity to take a key role for CommTech which is earmarked for succession of our Chief Technology Officer (CTO) position. You will benefit from the unique opportunity to shadow and learn first-hand from the current CTO gaining experience on our key products, projects, roadmap, market and customers.

This role will directly support, shadow and learn from our current CTO opening the door to decades of knowledge and experience. When taking this role you will be preparing and laying the foundations to become the successor for this critical leadership position. This is a vital role which forms part of our strategic succession plan, designed to ensure we build for the future whilst ensuring success for all involved.

As a Lead Solution / System Architect for SPX Communication Technologies (TCI | ECS) you will be responsible for system solutions on key customer projects whilst also being accountable for designing the architecture of roadmap products and new technologies. Your vision and technical knowledge will keep us a leading international supplier of spectrum monitoring, C-UAS, direction finding and communication intelligence (COMINT) capabilities which empower our customers to monitor, analyze and manage the RF Spectrum.

You will be technology focused with the ability to get involved in the detail as well as communicate to customers and other stakeholders. Experienced in distilling and communicating high level requirements into work packages for software, embedded, hardware and systems engineers ensuring that proposals and new product visions become a reality. This is a senior position that requires a driven individual in a fast-paced results orientated business.

This role will require you to spend time in our international office in Fremont, California and will also involve international travel.

What you can expect in this role (Job Responsibilities)

• Learn from and support the current CTO, preparing and laying foundations for future succession.
• Own and lead major Engineering KPIs as agreed by CTO and Director of Engineering.
• Key engineering presence in the Fremont office supporting the CTO, Director of Engineering and Chief Engineer.
• Supporting our CTO on customer visits for key opportunities and projects;
• Travel to meet with key commercial and technical customer representatives.
• Gather, understand and influence customer requirements.
• Define system solutions to meet customer requirements.
• Costing of proposed solutions.
• Contribute to proposals and statements of work.
• Realising proposed system solutions by collaborating with the wider Engineering design team;
• Supporting the CTO and Director of Engineering to realize proposed system solutions.
• Defining and communicating requirements or solutions to the different areas of engineering.
• Technical review and design input for the software, embedded, hardware and system engineers.
• Lead the architecture and design of roadmap products and new technologies;
• Understand and implement the latest industry techniques
• Support the creation of the company technology roadmap
• Produce requirements for roadmap products
• Lead design and system architecture for roadmap products
• Support testing and QA for roadmap products
• Key contributor in the full Engineering lifecycle (cradle to grave).
• Ensure company technical problems are resolved creatively, independently and in a timely and cost-effective manner.
• Competitive and market analysis. Evaluate and understand the products and offerings from leading companies in our marketplace
• Conduct research to remain knowledgeable with regards to industry trends and emerging technologies in anticipation of new business process and products.

What we are looking for (Experience, Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, Education)

Required Experience

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Education & Certifications

Salary Information

We recognize that attracting the best talent is key to our strategy and success as a company. As a result, we aim for flexibility in structuring competitive compensation offers to ensure we are able to attract the best candidates. As required by law in this state, the quoted salary range for this position is $180,300 to $261,000 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 candidates experience, education, industry knowledge, location, technical and communication skills, and other factors that may prove relevant during the selection process. This position is eligible to participate in a discretionary bonus, subject to the rules governing the plan. SPX offers a variety of benefits, including health benefits, 401K retirement with a company match, and flexible time off. More information about our benefits can be found on the Rewards and Benefits section of our career page.

How we live our culture

Our culture is at the center of what we do and, more importantly, who we are. Our core values set a standard for how we manage ourselves, and our Leadership Model sets the standard for how we engage with each other. Whether you are an individual contributor or you lead a large team, each of us leads at SPX.

What benefits do we offer?

We know that the well-being of our employees is integral. Our benefits include :

Our commitment to embrace diversity to build a culture of inclusion at SPX

We value different backgrounds, experiences, and voices at SPX, and we are committed to challenging ourselves, openly communicating, and striving to improve every day. We believe in creating an inclusive work environment where everyone has a voice and is encouraged to realize their fullest potential.

SPX is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer committed to making selection decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation or identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected basis.

ABOUT SPX

SPX is a diversified, global supplier of infrastructure equipment with scalable growth platforms in heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC), detection and measurement, and engineered solutions. With operations in 17 countries and approximately $1.4 billion in annual revenue, we offer a wide array of highly engineered products with strong brands.

At SPX , whats in it for our employees transcends market-competitive compensation and benefits. Our Total Rewards program also includes opportunities for employees personal development, career growth, and recognition. These programs focus on alignment and assessment of organizational, team, and individual efforts toward achieving business results. Our development and career growth programs empower our employees to enhance their skills, develop new competencies, and pursue career goals. SPX benefits package provides choices designed to help employees manage their well-being. Our compensation programs are performance-based to recognize and reward employees who work hard, display the values and leadership practices we embrace, and deliver exceptional results.

OUR VALUES

At SPX, our values are at the heart of everything we do. We use our values every day to help us make the right decisions. We embrace a common purpose and strive for improvement. We respect and value each other as individuals and recognize that only by working together, as a team, can we reach our full potential. We take responsibility for our actions, build strong relationships with each other and our customers, and always act ethically. Our values inspire us to achieve the high standards of quality, safety, and performance that our customers expect and deserve.

WORKING AT SPX

Our work environment is established on a work-life philosophy supported by policies, programs, and practices that help employees achieve success within and outside the workplace. We believe in creating an inclusive work environment where employees strive to realize their fullest potential. We are an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer committed to making selection decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, gender identity, genetic information, age, disability, veteran status or any other legally protected basis.

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