Platform Avionics Director — Lead Satellite Systems

Airbus US Space & Defense, Inc.; Merritt Island (FL); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Airbus U.S. Space & Defense, Inc is seeking a Platform Avionics Director to design, analyze, and test new satellite and aerospace systems, bringing strong engineering skills and leadership to the team.

The role leads the Platform Avionics Department through full lifecycle activities, from requirements to operations, with a strong emphasis on program execution and cross-functional collaboration. Candidates should have extensive aerospace experience and a track record of delivering complex

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in STEM (required).
• Master's Degree in STEM preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead Platform Avionics department with focus on program execution, capabilities development, personnel growth, process development, and cross-functional coordination.
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• Support Systems Architecture for Arrow satellite platform development; drive design activities and manage cross-functional programs.

Skills

System development

Software architecture

Software leadership

Space mission design

Communication

Teamwork

Initiative

Delivery

Education

Bachelor's Degree in STEM

Master's Degree in STEM

Job description

Airbus U.S. Space & Defense, Inc is seeking a Platform Avionics Director to design, analyze, and test new satellite and aerospace systems, bringing strong engineering skills and leadership to the team.

The role leads the Platform Avionics Department through full lifecycle activities, from requirements to operations, with a strong emphasis on program execution and cross-functional collaboration. Candidates should have extensive aerospace experience and a track record of delivering complex