Lead Avionics & Electrical Systems Engineer

Naval Air Warfare Center Training Systems Division (NAWCTSD); San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Naval Air Warfare Center Training Systems Division (NAWCTSD) in California seeks a senior engineer to lead avionics and electrical engineering programs, directing complex projects and guiding multi‑discipline teams to deliver mission‑critical systems.

The role requires extensive hands‑on experience in avionics and electrical engineering, with proven ability to coordinate research across disciplines, balance competing demands, and ensure timely, safe, and compliant delivery.

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience in avionics/electrical engineering.
• Proven ability to coordinate cross‑disciplinary research.
• Strong leadership and program-management capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead avionics and electrical engineering programs, directing complex projects.
• Coordinate cross-disciplinary research and integration across teams.
• Ensure on-time, compliant delivery of mission-critical systems.

Skills

Senior engineer

Avionics engineering

Electrical engineering

Team leadership

Program management

Job description

Naval Air Warfare Center Training Systems Division (NAWCTSD) is seeking a senior engineer to lead complex avionics and electrical engineering programs in California. You will manage engineering workloads and provide in-service expertise, guiding multi-discipline teams to deliver mission-critical systems.

The role requires extensive hands‑on experience in avionics and electrical engineering, with proven ability to coordinate research across disciplines, balance competing demands, and ensure