Systems Engineer

We’re looking for an experienced Engineer to join our growing Systems Engineering department at Ensign-Bickford Aerospace & Defense Company (EBAD). As part of an Integrated Product Team (IPT), you will develop highly reliable systems and devices for our customers and actively contribute to successful missions that put people and satellites into space and protect our armed service members.

The System Engineer reports to the Systems Engineering Lead or Systems Engineering Manager and will be located in Simsbury, CT.

• Decompose functional requirements and define / maintain specifications for electronic and mechanical products.
• Ensure technical adherence to all requirements with internal and external stakeholders during the development process.
• Collaborate cross functionally to identify critical requirements and risks throughout the program life cycle.
• Identify critical interfaces and boundaries, and develop interface verification plans.
• Facilitate and lead the creation, review, and maintenance of the requirements verification matrix, risk register, and risk mitigation plans.
• Ensure disciplined maintenance of the requirements management tool, including verification plans and objective evidence.
• Drive regular reviews of the project’s risks, risk mitigation plans, and risk reduction activities.
• Communicate and flow down requirements to the IPT and gain concurrence on verification methods.

• BS/MS in an engineering discipline required;
  Electrical, Mechanical, or Systems Engineering preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience analyzing and developing system, sub‑system, and component requirements in the aerospace, automotive, or defense industry.
• Previous experience leading cross‑function teams through requirements management and verification activities.
• Systems engineering education, certification, and affiliations desired.
• Requirements management experience required, DOORS or DOORS Next Gen preferred.

Ensign-Bickford Aerospace & Defense Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, national origin, or veteran status.