Senior Avionics Engineer - Lead Flight Computers, HIL & Power

Venus Aerospace; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan

Stock options

Medical benefits including dental and vision

Flex-Friday schedule

Unlimited PTO

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

A pioneering aerospace company in Houston, TX is seeking a Senior Avionics Engineer to lead the design and integration of avionics systems for advanced aerospace platforms. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of experience in avionics or aerospace electrical systems engineering and a strong background in hardware-in-the-loop testing. Responsibilities include leading hardware selection, ensuring compliance with aerospace standards, and mentoring junior engineers. This role offers competitive benefits including stock options and professional development opportunities.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in avionics or aerospace electrical systems engineering.
• Proven experience with flight computer hardware design and/or selection.
• Hands-on experience defining and implementing interfaces between flight components.

Responsibilities

• Lead the architecture, design, and selection of avionics hardware.
• Ensure avionics designs meet aerospace standards, reliability, safety, and environmental requirements.
• Mentor junior engineers and provide technical leadership.

Skills

Avionics hardware design

Hardware-in-the-loop testing

Systems-level thinking

Cross-functional collaboration

Technical leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Aerospace Engineering

Master's degree (preferred)

Tools

Flight computer hardware

Power systems

Job description

A pioneering aerospace company in Houston, TX is seeking a Senior Avionics Engineer to lead the design and integration of avionics systems for advanced aerospace platforms. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of experience in avionics or aerospace electrical systems engineering and a strong background in hardware-in-the-loop testing. Responsibilities include leading hardware selection, ensuring compliance with aerospace standards, and mentoring junior engineers. This role offers competitive benefits including stock options and professional development opportunities.