Principal System Integration Engineer (Flight Test)

Vertex Aerospace LLC; Indianapolis, Indiana, Christiansted (IN, PA, United States Virgin Islands); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Senior System Integration Engineer, where you will play a crucial role in integrating next-generation avionics and weapon systems onto airborne platforms. This position offers the opportunity to work on diverse programs supporting the Department of Defense, allowing you to leverage your expertise in electrical schematics and avionics troubleshooting. Collaborate with a talented team to ensure successful integration events and contribute to the advancement of cutting-edge technologies. If you are passionate about engineering and eager to support national defense initiatives, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

Healthcare coverage

Retirement plan

Life insurance

Wellness programs

Paid time off

Learning and Development resources

Employee assistance resources

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in engineering roles focused on complex systems integration.
• Ability to troubleshoot avionics systems and communicate effectively with stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Support integration and testing of advanced airborne systems.
• Capture and analyze flight test data, troubleshooting any system issues.

Skills

Electrical Schematics Interpretation

Avionics Troubleshooting

Communication Skills

Project Management

Flexibility and Adaptability

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Tools

Telemetry Systems

Data Acquisition Systems

Job description

Description

V2X is seeking a Senior System Integration Engineer to join our Systems Engineering team in Indianapolis, IN supporting integration, ground, and flight testing of advanced airborne systems including avionics and communication systems, podded systems, airborne armament equipment, and alternate mission equipment.

You would be part of a collaborative team, who integrate next-generation avionics and weapon systems onto airborne platforms. You would represent V2X at integration events that are led by the Government and the prime contractor on the program. At those events, responsibilities include capturing and analyzing flight test data, troubleshooting any system issues that occur during the test event, communicating back to program leadership, and leveraging the Indianapolis-based team to root-cause any findings.

The ideal candidate embraces modern development processes and techniques that improve product quality & team productivity. We are looking for engineers that enjoy a challenge and have a passion to support our DoD customers and international allies.

Our Indianapolis facility also supports a variety of other product lines serving multiple Department of Defense (DoD) customers providing the opportunity to work on a diverse set of programs and roles supporting the continued advancement of your career.

Required Skills:

• Must be a U.S. Citizen with an Active DoD Secret (or higher) Clearance.


• Ability and willingness for extended travel to support on-site customer test events at different domestic locations.


• Experience reading and interpreting electrical schematics, requirements, and other engineering work products.


• Knowledge and experience working with different electrical interface signals such as: Analog, Synchro, RS-422, MIL-STD-1553, ARINC-429, and/or Ethernet.


• Ability to understand and shape test objectives to validate system performance and meet contractual requirements.


• Experience troubleshooting complex avionics and/or weapon systems including external interfaces and test equipment in real time when issues arise.


• Experience as the direct customer interface to successfully plan, execute, and document aircraft integration events.


• Experience writing comprehensive test reports documenting aircraft test events.


• Experience supporting requirements development, hardware and software integration, and requirements verification.


• Experience with design, integration, and verification of embedded hardware and software subsystems.


• Demonstrated self-initiative and sound judgment to identify problems, conduct investigations, determine root cause, and coordinate solutions between stakeholders.


• Excellent organization, communication, and project management skills.


• Strong ability to be flexible and adapt to schedule and/or tasking changes on short notice.

Desired Skills:

• Experience with US Government airworthiness processes (ex. MIL-HDBK-516, EDRAP) and certification boards.


• Solid understanding of FAA regulations, standards, and certification processes.


• Experience working with government customers including the US Army, US Navy, USMC and/or USAF


• Experience with the fixed wing fighter/bomber community including wing and weapons bay integration.


• Proven track record of collaborating with engineers, pilots, and technicians on flight testing projects including flight test plan creation, pre-flight checks, and post-flight debriefs.


• Experience with telemetry and data acquisition systems for recording sensor data.


• Experience with maintenance, installation, and integration of weapons systems including supporting ground and flight test.


• Experience leading technical Analysis of Alternatives (AoA) and/or Trade Studies.

Education Requirements:

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or related STEM discipline plus:


• At least ten (10) years of related engineering experience supporting development or integration of complex systems.

Benefits include the following:

• Healthcare coverage


• Retirement plan


• Life insurance, AD&D, and disability benefits


• Wellness programs


• Paid time off, including holidays


• Learning and Development resources


• Employee assistance resources

Pay and benefits are subject to change at any time and may be modified at the discretion of the company, consistent with the terms of any applicable compensation or benefit plans.

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