Sr Systems Engineer

Sierra Nevada Corporation; Ohio; Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision plans

401(k) with 150% match up to 6%

3 weeks paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Sierra Nevada Corporation is seeking a Senior Systems Engineer in a hybrid role stationed in Dayton, OH or Plano, TX. The role emphasizes requirements engineering, systems integration, V&V, MBSE, and large-scale digital system modeling using Cameo.

You will lead cross-disciplinary efforts, guide lifecycle management, and mentor team members across multiple locations. The position requires a Bachelor's in a relevant field and 10+ years of systems engineering experience, with FAA Part 25 knowledge

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Systems Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field.
• 10+ years of experience in systems engineering or related field.
• FAA Part 25 aircraft systems knowledge.
• Expert proficiency with systems modeling and simulation tools.
• Proven leadership experience in systems engineering.

Responsibilities

• Exhibit expert-level skills in requirements engineering, systems integration, V&V, and MBSE.
• Advance and manage a large FAA Part 25 aircraft digital system model in Cameo (No Magic).
• Leverage deep knowledge in architecture/design development, technical monitoring, and lifecycle management.
• Provide strong leadership and effective communication across disciplines and locations.
• Mentor and guide team members.

Skills

Systems engineering

MBSE

Requirements management

Leadership

JIRA

Education

Bachelor's degree in Systems Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Cameo (No Magic)

DOORS

MATLAB

JIRA

Job description

Sr Systems Engineer### Sr Systems EngineerApply: Hybrid or in office: Dayton, OH: Plano, TX: Full time: Posted Today: R0031060The ISR (Intelligence, Surveillance & Reconnaissance), Aviation, and Security (IAS) business area is a leader in ISR and aviation, it is a leading prime manned and unmanned aircraft systems integrator for innovative, high-performance ISR and aviation systems. Its end-to-end Command, Control, Computers, Communications and Intelligence, Surveillance & Reconnaissance (C4ISR) capabilities encompass design, integration, test, certification, ground/flight training and complete logistics support. IAS tailors solutions to customer cost, performance, and schedule requirements and designs to consistently exceed expectations – with an unrivaled record of on time and on (or under) budget deliveries.SNC has led thoughtful and disruptive change in the aerospace and defense industry for the past 60 years and now, we’re applying this tenacity and expertise to the U.S. Air Force’s (USAF) Survivable Airborne Operations Center (SAOC) mission. Join the SNC-led SAOC team and be a part of exciting and meaningful work to modernize and deliver the next-generation SAOC aircraft trusted by the President, Secretary of Defense and Chairs of the Joint Chiefs of Staff to ensure continued critical command, control and communication during national emergencies. If you’re passionate about building the airborne command post of the future, consider SNC for your next mission. Learn more about NC3 and SAOC here.Are you a bold thinker? We dream big at SNC—advocating the exploration of space, keeping service members safe and creating the systems that keep our world united and sustain our way of living. Join our team! As a Senior Systems Engineer, you will exhibit expert-level skills in requirements engineering, systems integration, Verification & Validation (V&V), and Model Based Systems Engineering (MBSE). You will oversee and lead complex system and decision analysis, technical planning, and risk management activities. You will be responsible for major project deliverables, leveraging deep knowledge in architecture/design development, technical monitoring, and lifecycle management. Strong leadership, communication, and collaboration skills are vital as you influence project direction, mentor team members, and ensure alignment with organizational goals.**Responsibilities:*** Exhibit expert-level skills in requirements engineering, systems integration, V&V, and MBSE.* Advance and manage a large FAA Part 25 aircraft digital system model in Cameo (No Magic) in alignment with: program guidance and goals, industry standards, other program digital models, and various sources of design definition and data.* Leverage deep knowledge in architecture/design development, technical monitoring, and lifecycle management.* Provide strong leadership and effective communication across different engineering disciplines and different work locations* Mentor and guide team members. **Qualifications You Must Have:*** Bachelor's degree in Systems Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field.* 10+ years of experience in systems engineering or related field.* Higher level relevant degree may substitute for experience.* Fundamental understanding of FAA Part 25 aircraft systems* Expert proficiency with Systems modeling and simulation tools.* Proven leadership experience in systems engineering.* Demonstrated knowledge of multiple Engineering principles and practices, system design and system integration* Experience working in multi-disciplinary design and development teams.* Intermediate understanding of requirements management, functional requirements parsing, derivation, allocation; V&V principles; technical risk identification and management strategies. **Qualifications We Prefer:*** Advanced Experience with requirements management and system modelling tools, such as DOORS, Cameo, MATLAB.* Knowledge of industry standard mechanical design principles, to include, but not limited to, requirements management, MBSE.* Experience or certification in International Council on Systems Engineering (INCOSE) standards [Certified Systems Engineering Professional (CSEP)].* Experience with Boeing 747-8 or other large commercial, widebody, or FAA Part 25 commercial-derived military aircraft.* Experience leading baseline definition and maturation in a complex development setting.* Familiar with aircraft ground and flight testing.* Experience in creating project-specific digital system model guidance* Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work effectively in a team environment.* Agile Methodologies and Tools such as JIRA.**Essential Functions:*** Ability to work on a computer for extended periods.* Hand/finger dexterity for system modeling and documentation.* Ability to work in a hybrid environment with occasional travel.This posting will be open for application for a minimum of 5 days and may be extended based on business needs.SNC offers annual incentive pay based upon performance that is commensurate with the level of the position.SNC offers a generous benefit package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, 401(k) with 150% match up to 6%, life insurance, 3 weeks paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and more.**IMPORTANT NOTICE:**This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a Secret U.S. Security Clearance. U.S. Citizenship status is required as this position needs an active U.S. Security Clearance for employment. Non-U.S. citizens may not be eligible to obtain a security clearance. The Department of Defense Consolidated Adjudications Facility (DoD CAF), a federal government agency, handles the adjudicative aspects of the security clearance eligibility process for industry applicants. Adjudicative factors which affect the outcome of the eligibility determination include, but are not limited to, allegiance to the U.S., foreign influence, foreign preference, criminal conduct, security violations and illegal drug use.Learn more about the background check process for Security Clearances.SNC is a global leader in aerospace and national security committed to moving the American Dream forward. We’re known and respected for our mission and execution focus, agility, and disruptive and rapid innovation. We provide leading edge technologies and transformative solutions that support our nation’s most critical security needs. If you are mission-focused, thrive in collaborative environments, and want to make our country stronger with state-of-the-art technologies that safeguard freedom, join our team!SNC is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to an environment free of discrimination. Employment decisions are made based on merit without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran or other characteristics protected by law.