Senior Systems Engineer

Job Overview

The Senior Systems Engineer leads projects by developing system architectures, defining system and product requirements and methods for verifying compliance to those requirements, and creating new, cutting-edge solutions. This role will support direct customer interaction and development of unique customer requirements for the development of new solutions that address mission-level needs and work with the engineering teams to decompose them into system performance specifications for the design of new systems.

Essential Functions

• Lead the design and development of system architectures, including hardware, software, networks, and interfaces, to meet technical requirements and performance objectives.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to elicit, analyze, and document system requirements, ensuring traceability and alignment with project goals and objectives.
• Coordinate and oversee the integration of system components, subsystems, and interfaces, including testing and validation activities to verify system functionality and performance.
• Identify and mitigate technical risks and dependencies throughout the system development lifecycle, proactively addressing issues to ensure project success.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers and project team members, fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including software engineers, hardware engineers, project managers, leadership and stakeholders, to ensure successful delivery of integrated solutions
• Develop and implement quality assurance processes and procedures to ensure the reliability, robustness, and maintainability of system designs and implementations.
• Establish and maintain configuration management processes to control and track changes to system baselines, ensuring consistency and integrity across all stages of the project lifecycle.
• Prepare and maintain technical documentation, including system requirements specifications, design documents, test plans, and user manuals, in accordance with industry standards and best practices.
• Stay abreast of emerging technologies, industry trends, and best practices in systems engineering, and actively contribute to the evolution of engineering methodologies and processes within the organization.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Standard Essential Functions

• Regular and reliable attendance on a full time basis [or in accordance with posted schedule].
• Responsible for exhibiting professional behavior with both internal and external business associates that reflects positively on the company and is consistent with the company's policies and practices.
• Embodies AEVEX’s cultural values and aligns daily actions with department goals and company culture.

Qualifications and Competencies

• Strong understanding of systems engineering principles, methodologies, and best practices, including requirements engineering, system architecture, integration and testing, and verification and validation.
• Proficiency in systems modeling and simulation tools (e.g., SysML, MATLAB/Simulink), requirements management tools (e.g., DOORS, Jama), and configuration management tools (e.g., Git, SVN).
• Proven leadership and project management skills, with the ability to effectively lead crossfunctional teams, manage stakeholders, and drive consensus in complex technical environments.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to convey technical concepts and solutions to diverse audiences, including technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to analyze complex systems, identify root causes of issues, and develop effective solutions.
• Team player with a collaborative mindset and a commitment to fostering a culture of teamwork, knowledge sharing, and continuous learning.

Education / Certifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, computer science, or a related technical field
• Master's degree preferred

Experience

• 10 years of experience in systems engineering, with a demonstrated track record of leading successful system development projects from concept to delivery.
• Experience with RF component design for ground and space-based applications.

Physical Requirements The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties the employee is:

• Constantly required to sit, and to reach to use computers and other office equipment
• For the purpose of this summary, occasionally is used to represent up to 1/3 of the time given to the work day, frequently represents 1/3 to 2/3 of the time and constantly represents 2/3 or more of the time.

Security Clearance

• DoD Top Secret with SSBI security clearance required; SCI eligible and SAP eligible.
• S. Citizenship required.

Disclaimer:

AEVEX Aerospace is an Equal Opportunity employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, religious creed, color, sex (including pregnancy, breast feeding and related medical conditions), gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, military and veteran status, marital status, age, protected medical condition, genetic information, physical disability, mental disability, or any other protected status in accordance with all applicable federal, state and local laws.

About AEVEX Aerospace

AEVEX Aerospace, headquartered in Solana Beach, California, supports the U.S. national security mission and partner nation needs around the world by providing full-spectrum aviation, remote sensing, and analysis solutions. The company's capabilities include custom design and engineering; rapid prototyping; sensor integration and sustainment; aircraft modification and certification; flight test instrumentation and support; mission operations service; advanced intelligence data processing, exploitation, and dissemination solutions; and tailored hardware and software mission-system tools. AEVEX uses agile and customized approaches to rapidly define, develop, and deliver specialized solutions for airborne special mission needs for the U.S. Government, partner nations, and commercial businesses. AEVEX has major offices in California, Florida, North Carolina, Ohio, and Virginia.

AEVEX provides a full suite of comprehensive benefits, including a 401(k)-retirement plan, comprehensive Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability and Life insurance group coverage with a portion of the premiums paid by the company, professional development funds, and an Employee Assistance Plan (EAP) with counseling, legal help, child and elder care support, among other benefits.

Equal Employment Opportunity:

AEVEX Aerospace is an Equal Opportunity employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, religious creed, color, sex (including pregnancy, breast feeding and related medical conditions), gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, military and veteran status, marital status, age, protected medical condition, genetic information, physical disability, mental disability, or any other protected status in accordance with all applicable federal, state and local laws.