Systems Engineer, Lead

Job Summary

We are looking for a Systems Engineer to join our Shelby team. In this role you will develop electromechanical and hydromechanical actuation design solutions for commercial and defense‑related aircraft flight control and utility actuation applications. You will establish and manage requirements database aspects for critical aircraft actuation systems that include DO‑178 and DO‑254 certified software and electronics, and support the development process through all phases from proposals to certification completion.

You will develop system architectures for integrated actuation sub‑systems, generate associated schematics, diagrams, and descriptions to support contracted programs and new business proposals, and create subsystem simulation models of actuation equipment for performance prediction. Documentation including subtier specifications, subsystem description documents, and design review and proposal material will be produced.

• Work within product development teams to support equipment mechanical and electronic design and development from initial proposal through qualification phase.
• Develop and maintain system requirements database using IBM DOORS based on customer specifications for critical systems including certified software‑based flight control and utility actuation applications.
• Perform all aspects of requirements management including capture, analysis, validation, allocation to lower tier specifications, traceability, compliance, and verification.
• Develop subsystem architecture definitions based on required system functionality and performance.
• Develop simulation models using Matlab, Simulink, and Simscape tools, and use these for performance predictions, validation of design features to support the design process, and support to technical proposals.
• Generate documentation in support of proposals and development programs, including subtier specifications, subsystem description documents, and formal design reviews.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or related field.
• Must be a U.S. citizen.
• 7–10 years of experience.
• Understanding of system engineering principles and methodology.
• Experience with IBM DOORS Requirements management software and MS Office (Project, Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.

• Paid Time Off
• 401(k) with employer match and profit sharing
• Health and wellness benefits
• Learning and development opportunities
• Referral program
• Competitive pay
• Recognition
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Inclusive & supportive culture

Location:

Shelby, NC

Salary: $99,000 to $143,000 (based on qualifications and experience)

This position may require exposure to export‑controlled information and be subject to additional security screening. In the event that information provided during the security screening reveals ineligibility to access export‑controlled information, any offer of employment may be reconsidered or withdrawn.

Curtiss‑Wright is an equal‑opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, sexual orientation, gender identity, physical or mental disability, age, ancestry, legally protected medical condition, family care status, marital status, religion, veteran status, national origin, or any other legally protected status. If you require accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact Talent Acquisition.

If you require accommodation due to a disability at any time during the recruitment and/or assessment process, please contact Talent Acquisition and we will make all reasonable efforts to accommodate your request.