Senior Systems Engineer – Military Aircraft Integration

Calista Corporation; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Calista Corporation seeks a Senior Systems Engineer to provide technical leadership across military aircraft modification, systems integration, and airworthiness certification programs in Huntsville, AL. You will guide requirements, architecture, verification, and flight testing, coordinating with government and engineering stakeholders.

The role requires deep experience with aircraft systems, MBSE practices, and the ability to translate complex technical requirements into executable solutions

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace, Mechanical, Electrical, Systems Engineering or closely related field from ABET-accredited program.
• Minimum 10 years of relevant engineering experience including military aviation and systems integration.
• Experience with airworthiness certification processes and engineering substantiation.

Responsibilities

• Lead systems engineering activities for military aircraft modifications and integrations.
• Develop, review, and manage system requirements and interface documentation.
• Support airworthiness certification and certification documentation.
• Lead cross-disciplinary teams through design, integration, verification, and testing.
• Collaborate with program managers and stakeholders to meet technical objectives.

Skills

Systems engineering

Military aircraft

MBSE

Requirements management

Education

ABET-accredited Bachelor’s degree in engineering

Tools

DOORS

Cameo

MATLAB/Simulink

Job description

Calista Corporation seeks a Senior Systems Engineer to provide technical leadership across military aircraft modification, systems integration, and airworthiness certification programs in Huntsville, AL. You will guide requirements, architecture, verification, and flight testing, coordinating with government and engineering stakeholders.

The role requires deep experience with aircraft systems, MBSE practices, and the ability to translate complex technical requirements into executable solutions