Systems Engineering Manager

ANPC; Hood River (OR); Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

ANPC in the Hood River, Oregon area is seeking a Systems Engineering Manager to lead a multi-disciplinary team in the design, integration, and civil certification of mission-critical airborne and ground-based surveillance systems.

You will own the systems engineering V-model lifecycle, drive safety assessments, and guide embedded hardware and software from concept through FAA airworthiness.

Qualifications

• BS in Electrical/Systems/Aerospace or related field.
• MS degree preferred for senior leadership.
• Experience in aerospace, avionics, or safety-critical defense systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead and grow a multi-disciplinary systems, verification, and safety team.
• Oversee requirements flow-down, system architecture partitioning, and traceability.
• Guide system safety assessments and DO-levels per FAA standards.
• Coordinate with Electrical, Mechanical, and Embedded Software leads to allocate requirements.
• Interface with regulators and customers during certification milestones.

Job description

ANPC is a global supplier of precision approach guidance and area surveillance solutions aimed at improving the safety and capacity of civil and military aviation for customers on all seven continents. Our transponder-based solutions are designed to serve airfields where others cannot. We are a team of extraordinary professionals working together to perform an important mission to uniquely serve airports with terrain, obstacles and other challenges that no other business can provide.

Position Overview

ANPC is seeking a Systems Engineering Manager to lead a multi-disciplinary engineering team in the design, integration, and civil certification of mission-critical airborne and ground-based surveillance and landing systems.

This position bridges technical architecture and operational people leadership. You will own the systems engineering V-model lifecycle, guide system safety assessments, and drive embedded hardware and software products from early concept through formal FAA airworthiness certification.

We are recruiting for candidates willing to live and work in the Hood River, Oregon area. Hybrid will be considered for the right candidate.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and grow a team of systems, verification, and safety engineers. Manage resource allocation, team performance, and professional development in a collaborative culture.
• Oversee top-down requirements flow-down, system architecture partitioning, interface definitions and bottom-up verification/validation traceability.
• Guide system safety assessments and establish Design Assurance Levels. Drive team deliverables to align with FAA civil airworthiness and safety standards.
• Serve as the primary technical bridge between Systems Engineering and discipline leads across Electrical, Mechanical, and Embedded Software teams to ensure proper requirement allocation.
• Partner with regulatory authorities, designated representatives, and customer stakeholders during formal certification milestones and technical reviews.

Education and Experience Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree (BS) in Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical discipline. (Master’s Degree preferred).
• 7+ years of professional engineering experience in aerospace, avionics, or safety-critical defense systems, including 2+ years in a formal supervisory or team management role.
• Demonstrated experience navigating safety-critical product development frameworks, specifically SAE ARP4754A / ARP4761, RTCA DO-178C, or RTCA DO-254.

Required Knowledge and Competencies

• Deep mastery of the systems engineering V-model lifecycle for complex embedded hardware and software architectures.
• Proven ability to define and optimize requirements management workflows using modern tools (e.g., DOORS, Jama, Cameo/SysML, or Jira/Confluence).
• Strong communication skills with the ability to translate complex technical architectures into clear deliverables for executive leadership, regulatory bodies, and engineering teams.
• Proactive, solution-oriented approach to solving technical, process, and organizational roadblocks.

Desirable / Preferred Qualifications:

• Hands‑on background in embedded software architecture, digital control systems, or RF/radar signal processing.
• Direct experience engaging with the FAA or civil aviation authorities during formal certification audits.

Due to the sensitive nature of the information and projects handled at this facility, this position requires U.S. citizenship. Candidates must be U.S. citizens to be considered for this role.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Essential functions may require maintaining the physical condition necessary for sitting, walking or standing for periods of time; operating a computer and keyboard; talk and hear at normal room levels; using hands to finger, grasp, and feel; repetitive motion; close visual acuity to prepare and analyze data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; extensive reading; lift, push, carry, or pull up to 20 pounds. While traveling, work will be conducted outdoors, which may involve exposure to varying weather conditions including rain, snow, heat and cold. The role may require physical activity including lifting equipment, climbing ladders and navigating uneven terrain.

Work environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job in both office and field settings. The noise level in the office work environment is usually quiet to moderate, with exposure to typical office equipment such as computers, printers, and telephones. In contrast, the fieldwork environment at customer sites may vary significantly, with exposure to high-traffic areas and the need to adhere to strict safety protocols. Employees will collaborate with diverse teams, including engineers and airport personnel, in various cultural settings, enhancing adaptability and communication skills. The role requires flexibility to work in different environments, often under varying conditions, while maintaining a focus on safety and efficiency.