Lead Systems Engineer

Worker Type Regular Job Description Summary AV is seeking a Lead Systems Engineer to join our Space Tech 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. The Systems Engineering Team is responsible for driving success and continuity across all programs while owning a variety of tasks.

• 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
• Other duties as assigned

• 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

• 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.
• Physical Demands Ability to work in an office and manufacturing environment (Constant) Required to sit and stand for long periods; talk, hear, and use hands and fingers to operate a computer and telephone keyboard (Frequent) Clearance Level No Clearance

The salary range for this role is: $111,500 - $170,000

Aero Vironment considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the location, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, education/training, and key skills.

This position requires access to information that is subject to compliance with the International Traffic Arms Regulations ("ITAR") and/or the Export Administration Regulations…