Aircraft Systems Engineer

DAHER•Sandpoint, ID

1d•$105,000 - $130,000•Onsite

About The Position

Daher is seeking a Systems Engineer Multi Mission Integrations. This is a highly hands on role, responsible for leading the integration of multi-mission systems and equipment onto Kodiak aircraft and working closely in and around the aircraft on the ground and during flight operations. It serves as the technical focal for integration programs, working closely with internal engineering disciplines and external DERs to define, substantiate, and obtain approval for integrated system designs. This position supports the full lifecycle of integration activities, including fleet sustainment and customer technical support. The role offers opportunities such as being part of demonstrations flying with customers, traveling in the demo aircraft to airshows, or taking photos out of an open window at 10,000ft.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or related engineering discipline
Minimum 5 years of experience in aircraft systems integration, avionics/electrical design, or related aerospace engineering discipline
Broad-level knowledge of aircraft systems architecture
Understanding of 14 CFR Part 23 and FAA certification processes
Experience developing aircraft system architectures and technical documentation

Nice To Haves

Experience working directly with DERs and/or FAA ACOs/MIDOs
Experience supporting STC programs or major/minor alteration approvals
Prior experience with ground and flight testing of avionics and electrical systems
CAD/EWIS design experience (harness design, routing, documentation)
Experience with avionics integration, mission system equipment, or special purpose aircraft configurations
Familiarity with system safety concepts and processes including FHA, SSA, and FMEA as used in general aviation
Familiarity with DO-160 environmental requirements and testing

Responsibilities

Serve as the technical focal for aircraft integration programs, coordinating with engineering, certification, program management, and DERs
Develop and manage system requirements, interfaces, and integration constraints for mission equipment installations (e.g. supplemental communications systems, ISR sensors, medical kits, special mission payloads)
Lead certification activities including compliance planning, test execution, analysis, system safety assessments, and approval documentation for STCs and aircraft modifications
Oversee conformity, ground and flight-testing activities, and support DER/FAA involvement as required
Develop system architectures, interface control documents (ICDs), wiring diagrams, and integration specifications
Provide fleet support for customers operating multi mission and special mission aircraft configurations
Support aircraft upgrades, production activities, and fielded aircraft by resolving technical issues and improving integrated system designs
Coordinate with suppliers and mission system OEMs to ensure compatibility, qualification, and proper integration of commercial or custom equipment