Digital Systems Engineering Architect

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. Neon Aero is building the next generation of aerospace systems as a Tier‑1 supplier, focused on AI‑native, digitally integrated, and compliance‑ready hardware and systems. The Digital Engineering Platform Architect is responsible for designing and implementing Neon's data and integration architecture, including the data lakehouse, analytics infrastructure, and AI/ML enablement platforms.

• Design and implement the integration backbone across Neon's enterprise systems; establish frameworks for interoperability (APIs, OSLC, middleware, event‑driven pipelines) and ensure seamless traceability across the digital engineering toolchain.
• Architect and deploy Neon's enterprise data lakehouse for engineering, manufacturing, and business data; define ingestion pipelines, transformation frameworks, and governance policies to ensure high data veracity and lineage.
• Establish Neon's AI/ML infrastructure, including data pipelines, vector databases, and model‑serving frameworks; support LLM integrations, predictive analytics, and model‑based certification.
• Define standards for data management, integration practices, and API governance; collaborate with IT to meet infosec and compliance requirements.
• Act as Neon's subject matter expert for data architecture, integrations, and AI enablement; mentor junior engineers and influence technical decision‑making across functions.
• Partner with the Director of IT, Systems Engineering Architect, and Configuration Management Lead to ensure a coherent and scalable digital ecosystem.

• Create playbooks and guidelines for future engineers and data scientists to build upon.
• Ensure compliance with ITAR, CMMC, ISO 27001, and other relevant standards.

• Influence technical decision‑making across engineering and business stakeholders.
• Mentor junior engineers and provide subject‑matter expertise for data architecture, integrations, and AI enablement.

• Bachelor's or Master's in Computer Science, Data Engineering, Systems Engineering, or related field; equivalent professional experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in data architecture, systems integration, or digital engineering platform development.
• Proven expertise with data lakehouse technologies (Snowflake, Databricks, or equivalent).
• Strong background in API design, middleware, and integration frameworks (OSLC, REST, Graph
  
  QL, event streaming).
• Experience designing and deploying AI/ML infrastructure (vector DBs, model serving, data pipelines).
• Hands‑on proficiency with at least one modern programming language (Python, Rust, Java, or similar).
• Deep understanding of digital engineering environments and how to unify them into a cohesive ecosystem.
• Experience in aerospace, defense, or other highly regulated industries preferred.
• Familiarity with Siemens Teamcenter, Siemens Polarion, and Cameo System Modeler integrations.
• Experience with MLOps tooling (MLflow, Kubeflow, or equivalent).
• Cloud architecture experience (Azure, AWS, or GCP).
• Knowledge of compliance requirements (ITAR, CMMC, ISO 27001, etc.).

• Work alongside elite engineering talent and innovators from across aerospace and tech.
• Build the digital backbone of a Tier‑1 aerospace company from the ground up.
• Lead the integration of data, AI, and engineering tools into a seamless digital ecosystem.
• Enable Neon's vision of becoming an AI‑native aerospace supplier.
• Competitive compensation – including equity participation, growth opportunities, and full benefits (health, dental, vision, 401k).

$265,000—$310,000 USD – dependent on experience, skill level, and other job‑related factors.

Neon Aero, Inc is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status under applicable law.

All final candidates must successfully complete a background check and drug screening as a condition of employment.

At this time, Neon Aero and its divisions are not accepting unsolicited resumes from third‑party recruiters or staffing agencies.