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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # NIAR CONSULTANT - Senior Design Engineer- Systems - **Company:** WICHITA STATE UNIVERSITY - **Location:** Wichita, KS, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, 3d Models, Computer-Aided Design, Computer Engineering, System Configuration, SolidWorks (CAD), Network Interface Controllers, Microsoft Office, Microsoft PowerPoint, Siemens NX, CATIA V5, MIL-STD-810 Environmental Testing, Enovia, Software Version Control - **Published:** July 17, 2026 - **Apply:** https://jobs.chronicle.com/apply/38015961/niar-consultant-senior-design-engineer-systems?LinkSource=JobDetails ## About the Role * Ability to work on-site 80% of the time * Bachelor's degree in electrical, mechanical, or computer engineering with 10 years' experience * This position requires access to EAR or ITAR controlled technologies. Applicants are required to be eligible for employment under U.S. export control laws and must meet the requirement of being a "U.S. Citizen" * High proficiency with 3D CAD tools (3DExperience, CATIA V5, Siemens NX, Solidworks) * High proficiency with aircraft system design and installation using the appropriate CAD workbenches * High proficiency with NASA and/or FAA system design requirements * Experience with systems design principles and implementation of system schematic requirements * Experience developing and modifying 3D models & drawings as well as MBD designs * Proficient designing / installing new and modification aircraft engineering at least one of the following: (1) Electrical system wiring, connectors, electrical components or avionics boxes; (2) Mechanical systems such as hydraulics, ECS, fuel, flight controls, water/waste, oxygen, doors, landing gear; (3) Interiors and associated sub-systems * Strong understanding of design fundamentals and ASME standards (Y14.5, Y14.31, Y14.37, Y14.41) * High proficiency for application of industry system specifications such as ARP4754, AS50881, ARP4754, ARP4761, ARP4752, ARP1897, ARP994, ARP5770 AS5440, MIL-STD-810, DO-254, RTCA/DO-160, AS5440, Mil-P-5518, ARP1532, and ARP 8615 standards * Proficiency in GD&T tolerance application * Experience with Microsoft Office (word, excel, PowerPoint). * Professional and diplomatic demeanor * Strong sense of accountability and integrity * Excellent writing and communication skills * Domestic travel up to 10 % may be required * Experience in technical leadership and mentoring of interns and junior engineers * Self-motivated and driven to produce high quality designs on schedule Desired Skills/Experience: * Experience leading small teams and/or as technical specialist. * Experience creating new system installation layouts and concept designs * Aircraft support/MRB experience * Experience with customer-facing and FAA designate integration roles. * Experience with system safety analysis, system description documents and system schematic creation * Familiarity with DO-160 testing and environmental requirements and applications All services will be provided as an independent contractor, pursuant to a Professional Services Agreement, which must be executed prior to being assigned any work. ## Description * Responsible for developing detail and modification design concepts through final design. Designs will meet contractual/producibility requirements for end item deliverables including system modifications, mechanical routing/installation, electrical routing/installation, and interior configuration/installation for development and production purposes. Tasks will include detail modeling, system configuration layouts and detail designs. * Creation and changes to CAD models, drawings, and other documents in support of the product, participating in trade studies, creating and maintaining ICDs (interface control documents), creating and maintaining SCD's (source control drawings), and coordinating with customers and suppliers. * Technical excellence and adherence to schedule of assignment area. ## Related Videos - [TresJS a new declarative ThreeJS as Vue components](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/543-tresjs-a-new-declarative-threejs-as-vue-components) - [Crew Management System for Airlines: Plan duties for pilots & flight attendants worldwide](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1444-crew-management-system-for-airlines-plan-duties-for-pilots-flight-attendants-worldwide) - [Cross platform Augmented Reality development with React Native](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/160-cross-platform-augmented-reality-development-with-react-native) - [Agile work at CARIAD – Creating a customer web application for controlling the vehicle ](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/200-agile-work-at-cariad-creating-a-customer-web-application-for-controlling-the-vehicle) - [Remote Driving on Plant Grounds with State-of-the-Art Cloud Technologies](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/251-remote-driving-on-plant-grounds-with-state-of-the-art-cloud-technologies) - [Debugging Machine Learning Code](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/71-debugging-machine-learning-code) ## Related Articles - [What is Software Engineering?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/289-what-is-software-engineering) - [Data Engineer Salary UK](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/253-data-engineer-salary-uk) - [Fully Remote Software Engineer Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/447-fully-remote-software-engineer-jobs) - [Best US AI Conferences for CTOs in 2026: Build vs. Buy, Vendor Evaluation, and Peer Intelligence](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/736-best-us-ai-conferences-for-ctos-in-2026-build-vs-buy-vendor-evaluation-and-peer-intelligence) - [How software is steering vehicle technology](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/515-how-software-is-steering-vehicle-technology) - [Software Engineer Salary London](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/252-software-engineer-salary-london)