Avionics Engineer — Airworthiness & Certification Expert

Diaconia; Patterson (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Diaconia is seeking an experienced Systems Engineer in Patterson, CA to support the full DoD Air Force acquisition lifecycle. You will apply DoD and industry engineering principles to ensure OSS&E and airworthiness compliance across complex aircraft systems, subsystems, and avionics.

You will translate user requirements into system-level specifications, conduct trade studies, and assist in certification packages and program documentation.

Qualifications

• ABET-certified bachelor’s degree in engineering or related technical discipline.
• Experience supporting DoD or USAF acquisition, engineering, or sustainment programs.
• Knowledge of systems engineering practices, airworthiness criteria, and weapon system lifecycle processes.
• Familiarity with MIL-HDBK-516C, OSS&E, LCSE, and relevant Air Force Instructions.
• Ability to analyze complex technical data, conduct trade studies, and generate engineering recommendations.
• Experience supporting technical reviews, deficiency analyses, and engineering documentation development.

Responsibilities

• Apply DoD, Air Force, and engineering principles to improve capability and sustainability of aircraft systems.
• Support USAF airworthiness processes using MIL-HDBK-516C criteria and review certification status.
• Translate operational requirements into system-level requirements for design, development, and fielding.
• Conduct mission, technical, and trade-off analyses for upgrades and new system concepts.
• Provide rapid engineering analysis to identify root causes and corrective actions.
• Support system safety engineering activities and resolution of high-priority safety issues.
• Participate in design reviews and develop associated documentation.
• Contribute to OSS&E compliance through baseline updates, risk assessments, and LCSE processes.
• Assist in interface control meetings, audits, and program management reviews.

Skills

Analytical problem solving

Engineering judgment

Requirements development

Stakeholder coordination

Technical communication

Education

ABET Certification

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related technical discipline

Job description

Diaconia is seeking an experienced Systems Engineer in Patterson, CA to support the full DoD Air Force acquisition lifecycle. You will apply DoD and industry engineering principles to ensure OSS&E and airworthiness compliance across complex aircraft systems, subsystems, and avionics.

You will translate user requirements into system-level specifications, conduct trade studies, and assist in certification packages and program documentation.