Sr. Systems Engineer

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

Yulista Services LLC Regular Position Summary

Yulista's Aerospace & Systems Engineering (ASE) group is seeking an experienced Senior Systems Engineer to provide technical leadership and systems engineering expertise in support of military aviation, aircraft modification, systems integration, and airworthiness certification initiatives. The successful candidate will lead multidisciplinary engineering efforts throughout the aircraft systems lifecycle, including requirements development, system architecture, design integration, verification and validation, flight testing, and certification. This position requires a strong understanding of military aircraft systems, engineering processes, and airworthiness requirements, with the ability to translate complex technical requirements into executable engineering solutions. The ideal candidate brings direct experience supporting military aviation programs, integrating aircraft systems and subsystems, leading technical teams, and supporting airworthiness certification activities.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Lead systems engineering activities supporting military aircraft modifications, modernization, and systems integration.
• Oversee the integration of aircraft systems and subsystems, including avionics, electrical, mechanical, structural, and mission equipment.
• Develop, review, and manage system requirements, engineering specifications, interface documentation, and technical deliverables.
• Support military aircraft airworthiness certification, compliance assessments, engineering substantiation, and approval documentation.
• Lead multidisciplinary engineering teams through design, integration, verification, validation, and testing activities.
• Provide technical leadership in resolving complex engineering challenges, evaluating system performance, and mitigating technical risks.
• Conduct engineering design reviews, technical assessments, and configuration management activities.
• Collaborate with program managers, government customers, and engineering stakeholders to ensure technical requirements, schedules, and program objectives are achieved.

Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Strong knowledge of aircraft systems engineering principles and integration methodologies.
• Understanding of military aircraft systems, subsystem interfaces, and aircraft modification processes.
• Knowledge of airworthiness certification principles, compliance documentation, and flight safety considerations.
• Ability to evaluate complex technical issues and develop practical engineering solutions.
• Experience conducting engineering design reviews, technical assessments, and risk evaluations.
• Strong technical writing, documentation, communication, and presentation skills.
• Ability to lead cross-functional engineering teams and coordinate multiple technical priorities.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting U.S. Army aviation programs, particularly UH-60 Black Hawk, CH-47 Chinook, AH-64 Apache, or comparable military aircraft.
• Experience with rotary-wing aircraft integration, modernization, or modification programs.
• Familiarity with MIL-HDBK-516, Army airworthiness processes, and Airworthiness Release (AWR) documentation.
• Experience supporting FAA certification, Supplemental Type Certificates (STCs), or other aircraft certification activities.
• Experience with avionics integration, mission equipment installation, aircraft electrical systems, or structural modifications.
• Experience supporting ground and flight test programs, including test planning, execution, and certification support.
• Experience with Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE), SysML, or digital engineering methodologies.
• Familiarity with engineering tools such as DOORS, Cameo, MATLAB/Simulink, or comparable requirements management and modeling platforms.
• Experience supporting Department of Defense aviation acquisition, sustainment, modernization, or engineering programs.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license, INCOSE certification, or advanced engineering degree.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Aerospace, Mechanical, Electrical, Systems Engineering, or a closely related engineering discipline from an ABET-accredited program.
• Minimum of 10 years of relevant engineering experience, including military aviation, aircraft systems integration, modifications, or modernization.
• Demonstrated experience supporting aircraft airworthiness certification, engineering compliance, or related approval processes.
• Proven technical leadership experience supporting multidisciplinary engineering teams and complex engineering projects.
• Must be a U.S. citizen and possess the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government security clearance.

PREFERENCE STATEMENT

Preference will be given to Calista shareholders and their descendants and to spouses of Calista shareholders, and to shareholders of other corporations created pursuant to the Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act, in accordance with Title 43 U.S. Code 1626(g).

EEO STATEMENT

Additionally, it is our policy to select, place, train and promote the most qualified individuals based upon relevant factors such as work quality, attitude and experience, so as to provide equal employment opportunity for all employees in compliance with applicable local, state and federal laws and without regard to non-work related factors such as race, color, religion/creed, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship, genetic information, or other protected status. When applicable, our policy of non-discrimination applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, training, transfer, promotion, placement, layoff, compensation, termination, reduction in force and benefits.

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION

It is Calista and Subsidiaries' business philosophy and practice to provide reasonable accommodations, according to applicable state and federal laws, to all qualified individuals with physical or mental disabilities. The statements contained in this job description are intended to describe the general content and requirements for performance of this job.

It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job duties, responsibilities, and requirements. This job description is not an employment agreement or contract. Management has the exclusive right to alter the scope of work within the framework of this job description at any time without prior notice.

Thank you for your interest in Yulista! As you get to know Yulista, you’ll discover that we encompass many subsidiaries, each offering unique and specialized capabilities within their respective fields. All our subsidiaries operate cohesively under the overarching Yulista umbrella. This allows us to leverage combined strengths, foster collaboration across diverse expertise areas, and provide comprehensive solutions to our customers. Since 2002, Yulista has leveraged our technical expertise to maintain aircraft and ground vehicles, advance aerospace technology and missile defense, support national security, and sustain base and maritime operations. In a fiercely competitive market, our agile teams embrace complex challenges, delivering mission-critical solutions. Yulista has been a trusted and preferred partner for mission-ready clients, renowned for consistently providing innovative expertise that drives success. Our greatest strength lies in the passion and commitment of our men and women who strive to make the impossible possible.