Principal System Engineer

The ISR (Intelligence, Surveillance & Reconnaissance), Aviation, and Security (IAS) business area is a leader in ISR and aviation, it is a leading prime manned and unmanned aircraft systems integrator for innovative, high-performance ISR and aviation systems. Its end-to-end Command, Control, Computers, Communications and Intelligence, Surveillance & Reconnaissance (C4ISR) capabilities encompass design, integration, test, certification, ground/flight training and complete logistics support. IAS tailors solutions to customer cost, performance, and schedule requirements and designs to consistently exceed expectations – with an unrivaled record of on time and on (or under) budget deliveries.SNC has led thoughtful and disruptive change in the aerospace and defense industry for the past 60 years and now, we’re applying this tenacity and expertise to the U.S. Air Force’s (USAF) Survivable Airborne Operations Center (SAOC) mission. Join the SNC-led SAOC team and be a part of exciting and meaningful work to modernize and deliver the next-generation SAOC aircraft trusted by the President, Secretary of Defense and Chairs of the Joint Chiefs of Staff to ensure continued critical command, control and communication during national emergencies. If you’re passionate about building the airborne command post of the future, consider SNC for your next mission. Learn more about NC3 and SAOC here.Are you a bold thinker? We dream big at Sierra Nevada Corporation—advocating the exploration of space, keeping service members safe and creating the systems that keep our world united and sustain our way of living. Join our team As a Systems Engineer, you will be using your skills and expertise to research, architect, model, simulate, test, certify and improve cutting edge products and services. You'll be developing complex system architectures within contextual modeling platforms, ushering them from operational concept through preliminary and detailed design, simulation, and test using progressive tools. As a cross-functional engineer, you are in charge of system-level ownership of new products and processes through the product lifecycle.As the Principal Systems Engineer (Hydraulics), you will lead the design, development, and integration of aircraft hydraulic systems for the program. Your expertise will ensure that hydraulic systems perform reliably across a range of demanding conditions. In this role, you will develop complex system architectures, manage integration efforts, conduct system-level testing, and collaborate across disciplines to deliver solutions that meet stringent technical and safety requirements.Key ResponsibilitiesDesign and Architect Hydraulic Systems: Lead the development of system architectures from conceptual design through detailed engineering.Manage System Integration: Ensure seamless integration of hydraulic systems with other aircraft subsystems, including flight controls and landing gear.Develop and Manage Requirements: Parse, derive, allocate, and verify hydraulic system requirements using industry-standard tools such as DOORS and Rhapsody.Conduct Risk Analysis and Mitigation: Identify risks associated with hydraulic system performance and develop strategies to mitigate them.Perform Verification and Validation (V&V): Lead V&V efforts to ensure systems meet all regulatory and technical standards.Lead Certification Activities: Oversee certification efforts for hydraulic systems, ensuring compliance with FAA and DoD standards.Collaborate Across Teams: Work with engineers, program managers, and other stakeholders to meet project goals and deadlines.Who You AreYou are a systems engineer with deep expertise in hydraulic systems. You thrive in a collaborative environment and are driven to solve complex challenges in aerospace.Must-haves:Bachelor's of Science degree in System Engineering or related discipline and typically 14 or more years of relevant experienceDemonstrated knowledge of engineering principles and practices Experience working in multi-disciplinary design and development teamsThorough understanding of requirements management, functional requirements parsing, derivation, and allocation; systems design, systems integration, technical risk identification and management strategies, and Verification and Validation (V&V) principlesThe ability to obtain and maintain a Secret U.S. Security Clearance is requiredPreferred:Advanced Experience with requirements management and system modelling tools, such as DOORS, Rhapsody, NoMagic, MATLABKnowledge of industry standard mechanical design principles, to include, but not limited to requirements management, Model Based System Engineering (MBSE)Experience or certification in INCOSE standardsBackground in the Aerospace and Defense IndustryExperience leading baseline definition and maturation in a complex development setting, including the use of high impact trade studies and other measuresThorough understanding of establishing and tracking key Technical Performance Measurements (TPM)SNC offers annual incentive pay based upon performance that is commensurate with the level of the position.SNC offers a generous benefit package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, 401(k) with 150% match up to 6%, life insurance, 3 weeks paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and more.IMPORTANT NOTICE:This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a Secret U.S. Security Clearance. U.S. Citizenship status is required as this position needs an active U.S. Security Clearance for employment. Non-U.S. citizens may not be eligible to obtain a security clearance. The Department of Defense Consolidated Adjudications Facility (DoD CAF), a federal government agency, handles the adjudicative aspects of the security clearance eligibility process for industry applicants. Adjudicative factors which affect the outcome of the eligibility determination include, but are not limited to, allegiance to the U.S., foreign influence, foreign preference, criminal conduct, security violations and illegal drug use.Learn more about the background check process for Security Clearances. SNC is a global leader in aerospace and national security committed to moving the American Dream forward. We’re known and respected for our mission and execution focus, agility, and disruptive and rapid innovation. We provide leading edge technologies and transformative solutions that support our nation’s most critical security needs. If you are mission-focused, thrive in collaborative environments, and want to make our country stronger with state-of-the-art technologies that safeguard freedom, join our teamAs an Equal Opportunity Employer, we welcome our employees to bring their whole selves to their work. SNC is committed to fostering an inclusive, accepting, and diverse environment free of discrimination.  Employment decisions are made without regarding to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran or other characteristics protected by law. Contributions to SNC come in many shapes and styles, and we believe diversity in our workforce fosters new and greater ways to dream, innovate, and inspire.