Principal Systems Engr

Overview

We are seeking a highly experienced Principal Systems Engineer to lead the design, development, and delivery of complex, safety-critical aerospace systems. This role is responsible for defining system architecture, managing requirements, and ensuring successful integration and validation across the full product lifecycle.

• Lead end-to-end systems engineering activities, including requirements definition, architecture development, integration, and verification
• Define and maintain System Interface Control Documents (ICDs) and system-level design artifacts
• Architect and support real-time, safety-critical aerospace systems, including avionics networks
• Provide technical leadership across cross-functional teams (systems, software, hardware)
• Act as primary technical interface with customers and stakeholders, ensuring alignment and satisfaction
• Drive system integration, verification, and validation (IV&V) strategies
• Support program execution including planning, risk management, and resource coordination
• Mentor engineers and contribute to organizational capability development
• Ensure compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements
• Lead technology readiness and innovation efforts, including TRL assessments

• Bachelor’s or Master’s in Engineering (Systems, Electrical, Aerospace, or related)
• ~15–20+ years of experience in systems engineering, preferably in aerospace or safety-critical domains
• Strong expertise in:
• System architecture and design
• Requirements development and management
• Integration, verification, and validation
• Experience with real-time embedded systems and avionics architectures
• Proven track record of technical leadership across complex programs

• Experience with AFDX or avionics communication networks
• Knowledge of aircraft systems (health monitoring, maintenance, FADEC)
• Experience working with OEMs (e.g., Airbus)
• Familiarity with TRL frameworks and regulatory certification processes

• Strong systems thinking and problem-solving
• Leadership and decision-making
• Customer engagement and communication
• Cross-functional collaboration
• Mentorship and knowledge sharing