Systems Engineer - Architecture & Interfaces
Listed on 2026-11-06
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Engineering
Systems Engineer, Aerospace / Aviation / Avionics
For our client, we are seeking a Staff Systems Engineer - Architecture & Interfaces to join the team of a leader in the Aerospace & Defense space.
This role will shape system architecture and interface definition for advanced aviation systems, translating customer needs into top-level requirements and interoperable designs. You will work across mission, flight autonomy, software, and validation stakeholders to maintain robust models as the system evolves. The position requires deep systems engineering expertise in certification-driven environments and a strong command of requirements, interfaces, and flight-critical documentation.
Location:
Remote
Compensation: $165,000 - $220,000 annually
Responsibilities- Execute segments of the system architecture and interface definition
- Maintain system architectures in models as designs evolve
- Translate customer needs into top-level system descriptions and requirements
- Define and assess interfaces between mission and flight autonomy for interoperability
- Develop system-level requirements for features and operational needs
- Specify physical interfaces and data protocols with detailed documentation
- Support software releases with systems engineering from requirements through validation
- BS in Systems, Aerospace, or Electrical Engineering; MS preferred
- 10+ years in systems engineering for FAA, EASA, or DoD certification, or 7+ years with an MS, or 5+ years with a PhD
- Proven ability to independently deliver complex systems engineering work products
- Hands-on experience with ARP
4754A/B and RTCA DO-178B/C for flight-critical systems - Experience developing system-level requirements and architectures
- Health, dental, and life insurance
- Flexible paid time off
- 401(k) with match
- Professional development opportunities
- Work/life integration in a startup environment
Our client is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet every qualification-your background could be exactly what this team needs.
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