Senior Avionics Systems Engineer (DAD)

Axius Group; Wichita (KS); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Axius Group in Wichita, KS seeks a Senior Avionics Systems Engineer (DAD) for a hybrid role (2 days onsite). The position requires extensive avionics design, certification, and regulatory compliance work, with interaction across cross-functional teams and regulatory authorities.

Ideal candidates have experience with DO-178/DO-254, RTCA/ARP standards, and strong communication, problem-solving, and planning skills to support certification testing, production, and in-service issues, with some

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in a relevant engineering field.
• Experience with certification and airworthiness processes is expected.
• Familiarity with avionics standards such as DO-178/DO-254 and ARP/ARP4754.

Skills

Avionics systems design

Certification planning

Regulatory compliance

Cross-functional teamwork

Communication skills

Problem solving & planning

Travel willingness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Software Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or related field

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Wichita, KS 67209

Senior Avionics Systems Engineer (DAD)

Location: United States (multiple locations)

Work Authorization: Must be legally authorized to work in the United States

Schedule: Hybrid (2 days per week onsite)

Qualifications & Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Software Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or related field
• Current DAD/DAR status or ability to qualify for DAD/DAR designation preferred (Transport Canada AWM 505 Delegation of Authority)
• Experience working with Transport Canada (TCCA), EASA, and/or FAA
• Knowledge of FAR Part 25 avionics regulations and certification requirements
• Knowledge of RTCA, ARP, and other applicable avionics certification standards
• Extensive experience with aircraft avionics system design, testing, integration, and certification
• Experience with:
  • Auto Flight Control Systems (AFCS)
  • Communication systems (VHF, HF, SATCOM, Datalink)
  • Navigation systems (ADF, VOR, ILS, DME, TCAS, Transponder, IRS, GPS, FMS, Weather Radar)
  • Display systems (EFIS, EICAS, HUD, SVS)
  • Information, maintenance, and recording systems (IMS, OMS, Data Load, CVR, FDR, AHMS)
• Experience managing system and subsystem requirements for certification and airworthiness compliance
• Experience working with suppliers and cross-functional engineering teams
• Experience supporting certification testing, inspections, audits, and compliance reporting
• Experience developing certification plans and working with regulatory authorities
• Experience supporting production, final assembly, and in-service aircraft issues
• Knowledge and/or experience with Integrated Modular Avionics (IMA)
• Familiarity with:
  • DO-178
  • DO-160
  • DO-254
  • ARP4754
  • ARP4761
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Strong problem-solving, planning, prioritization, and organizational skills
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment
• Ability and willingness to travel