Sr. Systems Engineer - Space Technologies

avav; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

AeroVironment, Inc. is seeking a Senior Systems Engineer to join our SpaceTech Division. You will develop interfaces, manage requirements, and lead system engineering documentation for space-based processing, controls, and electro-optical systems.

You will mentor engineers, drive process improvements, and coordinate across engineering teams to ensure design integrity and successful test readiness. A DoD clearance or eligibility is required, with AS9100D familiarity helping project execution.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field or equivalent experience
• 8–12 years of experience in a systems engineering role, aerospace preferred
• Experience with design, development, modeling, analysis, testing and delivery tools
• Experience with advanced system engineering tools and software (CAMEO, Reliance, Python, MATLAB, ANSYS)
• Strong understanding of systems engineering principles including PM&P and Mission Assurance verification analyses
• Familiarity with AS9100D standards
• Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD security clearance

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain Interface Control Specifications for space-based systems
• Lead development of System Engineering documentation (SEMP, ICDs, SPRs, ITPs)
• Own requirements generation, analysis, decomposition and customer reviews
• Analyze user requirements, CONOPs, and high-level architectures toderive system specs
• Manage system requirements and lead design activities
• Develop system architecture and design documentation
• Communicate with program personnel, customers and executives
• Support lab and field acceptance testing
• Ensure technical integrity of Systems Engineering deliverables
• Mentor other Systems Engineers to increase team knowledge
• Drive division-wide process creation and upkeep
• Coordinate between engineering areas to support design and development
• Capture design traceability to requirements and test readiness

Skills

Systems engineering leadership

Requirement analysis

Documentation and reporting

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication with stakeholders

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mathematics, Computer Science/Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Aerospace, or Mechanical Engineering

Master’s degree in systems engineering, space, aerospace, electrical, mechanical, or optical systems

Tools

CAMEO

Reliance

Python

MATLAB

ANSYS

Job description

Worker Type

Regular

Job Description

AV is seeking a Senior Systems Engineer to join our SpaceTech Division. We handle the design, development, and manufacturing of space-based processing, controls, and electro-optical solutions for customers across the growing industry of space.

Responsibilities

• Developing and maintaining Interface Control Specifications for space-based processing, controls, and electro-optical systems
• Leading the development of systems engineering documentation such as System Engineering Management Plans, Initial Capabilities Documents, Requirements Specifications, Interface Control Documents, System Integration Plans, and Test Plans
• Owning the requirements generation, analysis, decomposition, and review with customers
• Analyzing user's requirements, concept of operations documents, and high-level system architectures to aid in developing system/subsystem requirements specifications
• Managing system requirements and leading design/development activities
• Developing system architecture and system design documentation
• Communicating with other program personnel, customers, and senior executives
• Supporting lab and field acceptance testing
• Taking responsibility for the technical integrity of work performed and deliverables associated with the Systems Engineering area of responsibility
• Mentoring other Systems Engineers to help increase team knowledge and expertise
• Driving division-wide process creation and upkeep
• Integrating between different areas of engineering expertise to support design and development
• Capturing design and how it satisfies requirements and test readiness

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mathematics, Computer Science/Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Aerospace, or Mechanical Engineering is required or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
• 8 - 12 years of experience in a systems engineering role (Aerospace systems engineering preferred).
• Experience with tools supporting design, development, modeling, analysis, testing, and delivery of components, assemblies, and systems.
• Experience with advanced system engineering tools and software (e.g. CAMEO, Reliance, python, MATLAB, ANSYS).
• Strong understanding of systems engineering principles and methodologies including PM&P, Mission Assurance verification analyses (e.g., Reliability, Stress Derating, Radiation Effects, etc.).
• Familiarity with industry standards and compliance requirements, including AS9100D.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a DOD security clearance.

Desired Qualifications

• Master’s degree in systems engineering, space, aerospace, electrical, mechanical, or optical systems.
• 10+ years of device engineering experience, preferably encompassing a variety of direct experience across multiple disciplines, such as mechanical, optical, electrical, software, firmware, and controls for space capabilities.
• Demonstrated engineering management and team leadership skills, preferably in the execution of programs from inception and scoping through execution and delivery.
• Demonstrated success of the development and implementation of Systems Engineering policies, practices, and procedures (e.g. engineering rigor/documentation, MBSE, innovation).
• Current/Active Top-Secret clearance with SCI eligibility.

ITAR Requirement

This position requires access to information that is subject to compliance with the International Traffic Arms Regulations (“ITAR”) and/or the Export Administration Regulations (“EAR”). In order to comply with the requirements of the ITAR and/or the EAR, applicants will be asked to provide specific documentation to verify U.S. person status under the ITAR and the EAR. A “U.S. person” according to their definition is a U.S. citizen, U.S. lawful permanent resident (green card holder), or protected individual such as a refugee, or asylee. See 22 CFR § 120.15. Some positions will require current U.S. Citizenship due to contract requirements.

Benefits

AV offers an excellent benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401K with company matching, a 9/80 work schedule and a paid holiday shutdown. For more information about our company benefit offerings please visit: http://www.avinc.com/myavbenefits.

Principals only need apply. NO agencies please.

EEO Statement

We are proud to be an EEO/AA Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans. AeroVironment, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Qualified applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic data,sexual orientation, gender identity or other legally protected status.