Senior Control Systems Verification Engineer

ZipRecruiter; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in aerospace and defense is seeking a Senior System Verification Engineer in Indianapolis. This role involves verifying and integrating complex control systems, requiring hands-on technical skills and collaboration across teams. Ideal candidates will have a strong engineering background and be ready to contribute immediately.

Benefits

Comprehensive healthcare coverage

401(k)

Employee assistance programs

Legal support

Employee discounts

Qualifications

• 2+ years of relevant experience required.
• Experience in aerospace, automotive, or similar industries.
• U.S. Citizenship or Permanent Resident status required.

Responsibilities

• Lead verification and integration of control systems, software, and hardware.
• Translate customer requirements into test strategies.
• Execute verification aligned with ARP4754A, DO-178C standards.

Skills

Python

C++

Requirements Management

Systems Verification

Control Systems

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace, Mechanical, Electrical, or Computer Engineering

Master’s/PhD in a related field

Tools

DOORS

Cameo

MATLAB/Simulink

Job description

Job Title: Senior System Verification Engineer

Location: Indianapolis, IN (Onsite)

Job Type: 12-month Contract

Pay Range: $52–$56 per hour (W2)

Shift: Monday to Friday, Regular Business Hours

Job Summary:

We are seeking a Senior System Verification Engineer to join an innovative engineering team supporting aerospace and defense programs. In this role, you will be responsible for verifying and integrating complex control systems through rigorous testing, system-level thinking, and collaboration across multidisciplinary teams. This is a hands-on technical role ideal for an experienced engineer who can contribute immediately with minimal training.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Lead or contribute to the verification and integration of control systems, software, and electronic hardware.
2. Translate customer requirements into test strategies and verification plans.
3. Execute verification and validation activities aligned with ARP4754A, DO-178C, and other relevant standards.
4. Develop and review work products such as requirements, test plans, and technical documentation.
5. Utilize tools such as DOORS, Cameo, MATLAB/Simulink, Python, and C++ for model-based systems engineering and testing.
6. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to solve complex problems and meet program objectives.
7. Support audits, reviews, and compliance activities.
8. Occasional travel (up to 10%) to support program activities.

Required Qualifications:

1. Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace, Mechanical, Electrical, or Computer Engineering with at least 2+ years of relevant experience; or Master’s/PhD in a related field.
2. Experience with requirements management and systems verification.
3. Proficiency in Python and C++ programming.
4. Experience in control systems, systems integration, or test engineering within aerospace, automotive, or similar industries.
5. U.S. Citizenship or Permanent Resident status required.

Additional Qualifications:

• 5+ years of engineering experience in systems or control systems.
• Familiarity with DO-178C, ARP4754A, or military/FAA certification processes.
• Experience with DOORS and SysML modeling tools (e.g., Cameo).
• Knowledge of model-based systems engineering tools such as MATLAB/Simulink.
• Exposure to agile development methodologies.
• Systems-level thinking and a proactive, self-starting attitude.

Benefits:

Pride Global offers comprehensive healthcare coverage (medical, dental, and vision), supplemental coverage (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity), 401(k), life insurance, employee assistance programs, legal support, auto, home, and pet insurance, and employee discounts.