Senior Aeronautical Engineer

DCS Corp; Bedford (MA); On-site; USD 138,000 - 189,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company specializing in government and military aviation seeks a Senior Aeronautical Engineer. This role involves integrating cutting-edge technology into aircraft systems, conducting rigorous testing, and mentoring junior engineers. With a focus on innovative aerospace solutions, you'll join a dynamic team and contribute to critical defense projects.

Benefits

Medical insurance

401k plan

Education reimbursement

Parental leave programs

Work/life balance initiatives

Qualifications

• 15+ years of experience in aircraft modification or avionics-hardware integration.
• Active TS/SCI clearance required.
• Hands-on experience from lab to flight test to fielding.

Responsibilities

• Lead mechanical & structural integration of aircraft systems.
• Draft test plans and oversee integration efforts.
• Mentor mid-level engineers and maintain project schedules.

Skills

Structural analysis

Weight & balance

Wiring integration

MIL-STD qualification

Education

B.S. in Aeronautical, Aerospace, or Mechanical Engineering

M.S. in related field

Tools

CREO

NX

CATIA

SolidWorks

Job description

Join the integrated Government‑industry team delivering PhalanxGriffon (PG)—a platform‑agnostic, open‑architecture aerial node that pushes real‑time, multi‑level‑secure data to the tactical edge. As the SeniorAeronautical Engineer, you will be the program’s primary air‑vehicle integration lead, translating the digital design into safe, air‑worthy hardware and ensuring seamless fit, form, and function across multiple aircraft types.

Essential Job Functions:

• Platform Integration Lead

  • Own the aircraft‑level mechanical & structural integration of the Nomad hardware stack, SATCOM apertures, and platform‑interface modules (PIMs).

    Develop and coordinate AFForm1067 packages, air‑worthiness artifacts, and flight‑clearance data with System Program Offices (SPOs), Flight Test Centers, and OEMs.

    Perform trade studies and SWaP‑C analyses to down‑select form‑factor options for priority platforms.

• Digital Engineering & Model‑Based Design

  • Author/maintain3‑D CAD assemblies, interface‑control models, and parametric weight/balance data inside the program’s government‑owned digital thread.

  • Feed real‑time design feedback to Nomad,Smith,andWatch IPTs and the Government architecture team.

• System Integration Laboratory (SIL) Support

  • Define aircraft‑representative fixtures, wiring harnesses, and environmental test setups; oversee buildout and day‑to‑day operation of the IntegrationSIL.

  • Execute vibration, EMI/EMC, thermal, and functional checkout testing prior to DT/OT.

• Flight Test & Fielding

  • Draft test plans, hazard analyses, and Interim Authorizations to Test (IATT); serve as on‑board or ground‑test engineer during developmental and operational flights.

  • Lead red‑line capture, root‑cause analysis, and incorporation of lessons learned into subsequent builds and Product Delivery Orders (PDOs).

• Program Execution & Mentorship

  • Maintain integration milestones within the Integrated Master Schedule; brief risk, cost, and readiness metrics to Government leadership.

  • Provide technical mentorship to mid‑level engineers; cultivate a culture of agile, DevSecOps‑aligned hardware development.

Required Skills:

Due to the sensitivity of customer related requirements, U.S. Citizenship is required.

B.S. in Aeronautical, Aerospace, or Mechanical Engineering and 15+years of aircraft modification or avionics‑hardware integration experience (military platforms highly desired) or a Masters degree plus 12 years of experience.

Demonstrated expertise in: structural analysis (FEM), weight & balance, wiring/HARNESS integration, and MIL‑STD environmental qualification.

Hands‑on experience guiding systems from lab to flight test to fielding within USAF or DoD acquisition frameworks (AFI63‑101/20‑101).

Proficiency with CREO, NX, CATIA, or SolidWorks; familiarity with MBSE (SysML/CAMEO) a plus.

Active TS/SCI clearance.

Desired Skills:

Prior involvement in ABMS, OMS/UCI, CJADC2, or open‑architecture avionics programs.

Working knowledge of multiband SATCOM hardware, NSA‑accredited crypto devices, and cross‑domain solutions.

Experience authoring or reviewing Air Force flight‑clearance and air‑worthiness documentation (AF879, AFCB, E‑Series).

Agile/Scrum or SAFecertification; familiarity with DevSecOps toolchains in classified environments.

Pay Range and Benefits: There are a variety of factors that can influence salary at DCS Corp, including but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories and wage rates, relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education, and certifications.

The proposed salary range for this position is:

Salary Range: $138,585 - $189,000

At DCS, we pride ourselves on providing flexibility that allows employees to balance meaningful work with their personal lives. We offer competitive compensation, benefits, and opportunities for learning and development.

Our broad and competitive mix of benefits is designed to support and protect employees and their families. Our robust benefit offerings include medical, dental, 401k, ESOP, PTO, education reimbursement, work/life balance, parental and other leave programs.

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