Senior Systems Design Engineer — Mechanical/EWIS, On‑Site

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

NIAR at Wichita State University seeks a Senior Systems Design Engineer-Mechanical/EWIS/Interior to join a growing team. The role covers flight test, instrumentation, mechanical/electrical systems, interiors, and special mission systems through independent contractor engagement.

Responsibilities include concept design, CAD development, and interface control; requires on-site work 80% of the time and strong leadership across projects with engineers and clients.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical, mechanical, or computer engineering.
• 10+ years of engineering experience in aerospace or related field.
• Proficiency with aerospace system design and installation.

Responsibilities

• Develop detail and modification design concepts meeting contractual and producibility requirements.
• Create and modify CAD models, drawings, ICDs/SCDs, and coordinate with customers/suppliers.
• Ensure technical excellence and adherence to project schedules.

Skills

3D CAD

Aircraft system design

ASME Y14.5

GD&T

Technical leadership

Communication

U.S. Citizenship

Education

Bachelor’s degree in electrical, mechanical, or computer engineering

Tools

CATIA V5

Siemens NX

SolidWorks

3DExperience

Job description

NIAR at Wichita State University seeks a Senior Systems Design Engineer-Mechanical/EWIS/Interior to join a growing team. The role covers flight test, instrumentation, mechanical/electrical systems, interiors, and special mission systems through independent contractor engagement.

Responsibilities include concept design, CAD development, and interface control; requires on-site work 80% of the time and strong leadership across projects with engineers and clients.