Systems Engineer- Avionics

HCLTech; Lynnwood (WA); On-site; USD 78,000 - 148,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off

Employee assistance program

Job summary

HCLTech is looking for a highly skilled Systems Engineer in Lynnwood, WA. The role involves leading system-level design and safety analysis for aerospace systems throughout the product lifecycle.

Ideal candidates will have experience in avionics and embedded systems, with strong teamwork skills. A competitive salary range from $78,000 to $148,000 is offered, along with comprehensive benefits including medical and 401(k).

Qualifications

• Strong experience in avionics systems and certification standards.
• Ability to collaborate across cross-functional engineering teams.
• Hands-on experience with embedded systems and avionics integration.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with teams to achieve product performance, cost, and quality targets.
• Define, decompose, and manage system and subsystem requirements.
• Lead system architecture development and validation activities.

Skills

Avionics systems

C++

Embedded systems development

Safety analysis

Requirements engineering

Modeling & simulation tools (e.g., Simulink)

Systems engineering processes (ARP4754)

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field

Tools

IBM DOORS

Job description

We are seeking a highly skilled Systems Engineer to support the development and certification of safety‑critical aerospace systems. This role involves leading system‑level design, requirements engineering, and safety analysis activities across the full product lifecycle.

The ideal candidate will have strong experience in avionics systems, certification standards, and embedded systems development, along with the ability to collaborate across cross‑functional engineering teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams (engineering, quality, operations, business) to achieve product performance, cost, and quality targets
• Define, decompose, and manage system and subsystem requirements for product development and R&D
• Lead system architecture development, requirements flow‑down, validation, and verification activities
• Drive system development processes aligned with industry standards (e.g., ARP4754)
• Perform and lead System Safety Analysis (FMEA, FTA, Common Mode Analysis, SEU, reliability predictions per ARP4761)
• Support certification and compliance activities for aircraft control systems
• Develop and review technical documentation including proposals, reports, and procedures
• Investigate and resolve technical issues using structured problem‑solving techniques
• Support Integrated Product Team (IPT) activities across engineering, operations, and business groups
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives (Kaizen, 5S)
• Plan, prioritize, and execute work to meet project schedules and budgets
• Strong experience with systems engineering processes (ARP4754)
• Familiarity with DO-178C, DO-254, and DO-160 standards
• Hands‑on experience with:
• Embedded systems & avionics integration
• Proficiency in C++ and CAN (Controller Area Network)
• Experience with modeling & simulation tools (e.g., Simulink)
• Understanding of circuit analysis and power electronics fundamentals
• Knowledge of software development lifecycle (SDLC)

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with ARP4754 / ARP4761 safety processes
• Knowledge of DO-178C certification programs
• Experience with requirement management tools (e.g., IBM DOORS)
• Exposure to aerospace certification environments

ITAR Compliance Requirement

This position requires access to information that is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR).

In order to comply with U.S. government export control laws and regulations, applicants must be U.S. Persons, defined as:

• U.S. Permanent Residents (Green Card holders)
• Refugees or Asylees as defined by U.S. law

Why Join Us

• Work on cutting‑edge aerospace and avionics systems
• Be part of a high‑performance engineering team driving innovation

Pay and Benefi
tsPay Range Minimum: $ 78000 per ye

arPay Range Maximum: $ 148000 per ye

HCLTech is an equal opportunity employer, committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees regardless of race, religion, sex, color, age, national origin, pregnancy, sexual orientation, physical disability or genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other protected classification, in accordance with federal, state, and/or local law. Should any applicant have concerns about discrimination in the hiring process, they should provide a detailed report of those concerns to [e-mail] for investigati
on.A candidate’s pay within the range will depend on their skills, experience, education, and other factors permitted by law. This role may also be eligible for performance‑based bonuses subject to company policies. In addition, this role is eligible for the following benefits subject to company policies: medical, dental, vision, pharmacy, life, accidental death & dismemberment, and disability insurance; employee assistance program; 401(k) retirement plan; 10 days of paid time off per year (some positions are eligible for need‑based leave with no designated number of leave days per year); and 10 paid holidays per y
earHow You’ll G
rowAt HCLTech, we offer continuous opportunities for you to find your spark and grow with us. We want you to be happy and satisfied with your role and to really learn what type of work sparks your brilliance the best. Throughout your time with us, we offer transparent communication with senior‑level employees, learning and career development programs at every level, and opportunities to experiment in different roles or even pivot industries. We believe that you should be in control of your career with unlimited opportunities to find the role that fits you b
est.