Systems Engineer I

Innoflight, LLC; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with 3% company match

Comprehensive health insurance (-med/d

HSA & life insurance

PTO 120 hours + 10 holidays

Job summary

Innoflight is seeking a Systems Engineer I in San Diego to support systems engineering activities across complex aerospace systems. You will assist with requirements, design, integration, and troubleshooting as part of a cross-disciplinary team.

The role emphasizes problem solving, effective communication, and collaboration with software, electrical, mechanical, firmware, and network engineers. A clear path for growth and impact awaits in a mission-driven environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Electrical, Aerospace, or related field.
• 1+ year of systems engineering or relevant engineering experience.
• Foundational knowledge of systems engineering processes including requirements development, traceability, system integration, verification, and validation.
• Cross-functional exposure to aerospace, electrical, mechanical, firmware, software, and/or network engineering disciplines.
• Experience or coursework in spacecraft design, development, integration and test preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot technical issues using structured problem-solving and analytical methods.
• Ability to analyze technical data and communicate findings to engineering teams and customers.
• Ability to obtain and maintain any required security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Communicate status, issues, risks, and project updates to internal and external customers.
• Support development of efficient system and subsystem designs by analyzing technical needs and making recommendations.
• Assist in requirements definition, documentation, flow-down, verification, and traceability of system and subsystem requirements.
• Participate in defining system architectures and analyzing challenges for advanced software-defined, multifunction mission systems.
• Collaborate with software, firmware, electrical, mechanical, network, and other systems engineers to develop and implement solutions.
• Translate system-level requirements into detailed design requirements for hardware, software, firmware, and network implementations.
• Assist with system implementation, integration, test, and troubleshooting activities, identifying root causes and resolving issues.
• Support data collection, analysis, and evaluation of system performance to identify issues and opportunities.

Skills

Problem solving

Systems engineering processes

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field

Job description

GROW WITH US AND STAY EXTRAORDINARY:

Launch your career to new heights with Innoflight—one of San Diego’s fastest-growing Aerospace and Defense innovators. Here, visionary minds engineer the future of space technology through pioneering, compact, and cyber-secure solutions. From software-defined radios to cutting-edge cryptographic systems and avionics, everything we build powers the next era of New Space. Join our small, agile, and mission-driven team where your work has real impact and your growth has no limits. We’re not just reaching for the stars—we’re engineering them. Let’s innovate the infinite, together.

A DAY IN THE LIFE:

As a Systems Engineer I, you will play an essential role in supporting systems engineering activities and solving technical challenges across complex aerospace systems. You will assist with system problem resolution, data analysis, requirements development, and performance evaluation as part of a cross-disciplinary engineering team. By applying foundational systems engineering processes, you will help translate customer needs into effective technical solutions while considering technical, schedule, and cost constraints.

WHAT YOU'LL DO:

• Communicates Effectively: Provide responsive, concise, and accurate updates on system status, technical issues, risks, and project activities to internal and external customers.
• Contributes to System Design: Support the development of efficient system and subsystem designs by analyzing technical needs and providing recommendations to the engineering team.
• Assists in Requirements Definition: Support the development, documentation, flow-down, verification, and traceability of system and subsystem requirements.
• Supports Architecture Development: Participate in defining system architectures and analyzing technical challenges for advanced software-defined, multifunction mission systems.
• Works in a Team Environment: Collaborate with software, firmware, electrical, mechanical, network, and other systems engineers to develop and implement effective technical solutions.
• Develops Design Requirements: Assist in translating system-level requirements into detailed design requirements for hardware, software, firmware, and network implementations.
• Supports Implementation and Troubleshooting: Assist with system implementation, integration, test, and troubleshooting activities, helping identify root causes and resolve technical issues.
• Analyzes System Performance: Support data collection, analysis, and evaluation of system and subsystem performance to identify issues, trends, and opportunities for improvement.

YOU’RE AWESOME AT:

• Problem-Solving: Strong analytical and critical-thinking skills with the ability to break down technical problems, identify potential solutions, and support root-cause analysis.
• Systems Engineering Processes: Working knowledge of foundational systems engineering principles, including requirements development, traceability, system integration, verification, and validation.
• Multidisciplinary Collaboration: Ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams across aerospace, electrical, mechanical, firmware, software, and network engineering disciplines.
• Communication and Documentation: Ability to communicate technical information clearly and document requirements, analyses, designs, test results, and technical issues accurately.

WHAT YOU’LL NEED:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field required.
• 1+ year of systems engineering experience or relevant engineering experience with demonstrated exposure to systems engineering principles.
• Foundational knowledge of systems engineering processes, including requirements development, requirements traceability, system integration, verification, and validation.
• Cross-functional knowledge or exposure to aerospace, electrical, mechanical, firmware, software, and/or network engineering disciplines.
• Experience or academic/project exposure to spacecraft design, development, integration, and test preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot technical issues using structured problem-solving and analytical methods.
• Ability to analyze technical data and communicate findings effectively to engineering teams and customers.
• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative, multidisciplinary engineering environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to document technical information clearly.
• Ability to obtain and maintain any required security clearance.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS:

The starting base salary for this position ranges from $85,000 to $125,000 per year, depending on the candidate’s job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. In addition to a competitive base salary, Innoflight offers a well-rounded compensation package that includes a Profit-Sharing Bonus and a Cash Performance Bonus to reward both individual and company performance. Additional benefits include:

• 401(k) with 3% company match (automatic enrollment)
• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, HSA & life insurance
• 10 paid holidays + 120 hours PTO (starting in year one)
• Access to ancillary benefits such as critical illness, accident, disability, legal and pet insurance.

WHY YOU’LL LOVE WORKING HERE:

• Flexible Work-Life Balance: Enjoy a 9/80 work schedule with every other Friday off—whether you use it to recharge, work on a passion project, or spend time with family, the choice is yours.
• Continuous Learning & Development: We’re serious about professional development. From tuition reimbursement to internal "Ask Me Anything" sessions and weekly "Lunch & Learns", we make learning a core part of the job.
• Mission-Driven Culture: We aren’t just building tech—we’re enabling the next era of space exploration. Our Culture Ambassadors help lead initiatives around inclusion, positivity, recognition, and transparency. Here, your voice is heard, your work is respected, and your individuality is celebrated.

BE YOU, WITH US:

At Innoflight, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and equitable workplace where everyone belongs. We recognize that great talent comes in many forms, and you don’t need to meet every requirement to bring value to our team. If this role excites you, we encourage you to apply—even if you don’t check every box.

YOU SHOULD KNOW:

Potential new employees must successfully complete a background check which includes criminal search, education certification and employment verification prior to hire. Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S as you must have the ability to obtain a security clearance. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa.

A NOTE TO STAFFING AGENCIES:

Innoflight does not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies, recruiters, or any third-party sources. Any such submissions will be considered property of Innoflight, and no fees will be paid in the event a candidate is hired from an unsolicited referral.

To California residents applying for this job, please read Innoflight’s CCPA Notice: https://www.innoflight.com/careers/california-consumer-privacy-act-notice-for-job-applicants.