Full-Time

Sr. Principal Systems Engineer-Operations Analysis

Posted on 7/27/2024

Epirus

Epirus

51-200 employees

Develops directed energy systems for defense

Aerospace
Defense

Compensation Overview

$191.7k - $222.6kAnnually

Expert

Carson, CA, USA

US Citizenship Required

Category
Research & Development
Aerospace Engineering
Requirements
  • 10+ years of experience with modeling and simulation (M&S)
  • Proficient in AFSIM, or similar mission-level M&S framework
  • To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) you must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.
Responsibilities
  • Define and iterate on the product concept of operations (CONOPS)
  • Develop and implement simulation models to inform executive decision-making
  • Identify key metrics for simulation output, analyze results, generate visualizations and insights, and present findings to executive leadership
  • Accurately represent advanced system designs in M&S environments
  • Integrate system models into a comprehensive system-of-systems environment, analyzing large-scale mission vignettes
  • Collaborate with integration and test team to validate models and assumptions
  • Integrate test results into statistical performance curves within the M&S environment
  • Contribute technical writing and figures to proposals and other business development efforts
  • Focus on continuous improvement of internal processes
  • Collaborate with other teams and across departments to answer their needs

Epirus focuses on developing directed energy systems and power management solutions, primarily for the defense and commercial power sectors. Its main product, the Leonidas system, is a high-power microwave solution that effectively neutralizes electronic threats, especially unmanned aerial systems (drones). The Leonidas system has undergone extensive testing to ensure its precision in countering these threats. Epirus distinguishes itself from competitors through strategic partnerships, notably with Northrop Grumman, which enhances its credibility and market presence. The company's goal is to provide advanced EMP capabilities and maintain a steady revenue stream through product sales and long-term contracts with defense contractors and government agencies.

Company Stage

Grant

Total Funding

$286.3M

Headquarters

Hawthorne, California

Founded

2018

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

1%

1 year growth

-2%

2 year growth

-2%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Rising drone threats increase demand for Epirus's Leonidas system in military and civilian sectors.
  • Global defense agencies are investing more in directed energy weapons, benefiting Epirus.
  • Advancements in solid-state technology reduce costs, making systems accessible for commercial applications.

What critics are saying

  • Potential valuation cut in funding round may indicate financial instability or reduced investor confidence.
  • Rapid development of Leonidas versions could lead to quality control issues or customer confusion.
  • Dependence on defense contracts makes Epirus vulnerable to changes in government spending priorities.

What makes Epirus unique

  • Epirus specializes in solid-state, software-defined directed energy systems for defense and commercial use.
  • The Leonidas system effectively counters electronic threats, especially unmanned aerial systems.
  • Strategic partnerships with industry giants like Northrop Grumman enhance Epirus's market credibility.

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Benefits

Medical, vision, & dental

HSA & FSA plans

401k

Stock options

Electronics stipend

Unlimited PTO

Parental leave

On-site gym

Daily catered lunches & stocked kitchen

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