Engineering Director - Uncrewed Aircraft Systems

AIRBUS U.S. Space & Defense, Inc.; Grand Prairie (TX); On-site; USD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

Airbus U.S. Space & Defense, Inc. is seeking an Engineering Director to lead the definition of requirements, development of system architecture, and analysis of advanced unmanned aircraft systems.

This role will guide a multi-national team of engineers and partner companies to deliver complex aerospace programs. You will mentor engineers, oversee design verification, manage program risks, and ensure delivery of contract milestones in a highly regulated environment.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience leading aerospace systems engineering programs.
• Experience with uncrewed aircraft systems and autonomy.
• Proven ability to manage cross-functional teams and contractors.

Responsibilities

• Lead system requirements definition and architecture.
• Oversee verification and validation across IPTs and partners.
• Manage schedules, budgets, risks, and cross-partner collaboration.
• Ensure regulatory compliance and rigorous technical risk management.

Skills

Engineering leadership

Systems engineering

MBSE

DOORS

Autonomy systems

Communication

Education

Bachelor's in Systems Engineering

Master's in Systems Engineering

Tools

DOORS

SysML

Job description

Airbus U.S. Space & Defense, Inc. is seeking an Engineering Director to lead the definition of requirements, development of system architecture, and analysis of advanced unmanned aircraft systems.

This role will guide a multi-national team of engineers and partner companies to deliver complex aerospace programs. You will mentor engineers, oversee design verification, manage program risks, and ensure delivery of contract milestones in a highly regulated environment.