Systems Engineer - Payload Avionics & Data Systems Integration (Onsite)

• Oversee payload avionics and data systems requirements development, tracking, and integration.
• Define and execute payload integration, test, and data collection activities.
• Ensure payload testing meets customer and system requirements.
• Support test planning, Test Readiness Reviews (TRRs), execution, troubleshooting, and post-test analysis.
• Develop and optimize data analysis methods and tools.
• Establish and enforce standards for test planning and documentation.
• Coordinate across internal teams and external stakeholders.

• Senior Level: Bachelor’s + 5-10 years experience
• Staff Level: Bachelor’s + 10-20 years experience
• Experience in at least two of the following: Systems Engineering, Avionics/Electrical Systems, Mechanical Systems, Propulsion, GNC/Flight Controls, Aerodynamics
• Systems engineering experience, including participation in major technical reviews (SRR, PDR, CDR)
• Experience with avionics and/or data systems
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to adapt in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance
• MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
• Familiarity with CAD (SolidWorks preferred)
• Experience with configuration management tools (e.g., Jira)
• Experience with requirements management tools (e.g., Jama, Cameo, DOORS)
• Must be a U.S. Citizen (as defined by ITAR)., * Experience in small, fast-paced engineering teams
• Familiarity with avionics, instrumentation, software, structures, fluid systems, or propulsion systems
• Experience with aerospace configuration control and change management
• Experience with hypersonic or air-launched vehicle programs
• Experience with risk identification and mitigation
• Experience defining and verifying requirements for advanced aerospace systems
• Active DoD Secret clearance
• Programming experience (MATLAB, Python)
• Advanced experience with CAD, Jira, and requirements tools, Must be a U.S. Citizen, lawful permanent resident, or protected individual under 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3) to comply with ITAR regulations.

Keywords: aerospace, aviation, engineering, maintenance, aircraft design, defense

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