Lead Systems Engineer - Onsite Position

Curtiss-Wright Corporation•Santa Clarita, CA

9d•$108,900 - $145,200•Onsite

About The Position

Our Santa Clarita, CA facility has a rewarding opportunity for a Lead Systems Engineer to join our team! As our Lead Systems Engineer, you will be at the forefront of the Engineering team, providing technical guidance and expertise, and leading the team to successfully fulfill customer requirements. This is an onsite position located in Santa Clarita, CA.

Requirements

Min 7 to 10 years of experience at US DoD Primes or at a company that directly supports them
Expert knowledge of integrated system hardware/software development, integration and test for deployed military vehicle applications
Experience leading and closing major design reviews such as PDR and CDR
Expert knowledge of the systems engineering tools DOORS and Cameo
Working knowledge of engineering development tools like Clearquest, JIRA, and Rational Development Tools
Ability to operate and debug Linux and VxWorks based computing systems
Solid understanding of SOSA and VPX system design standards
Solid understanding of serial communication protocols such as MIL-STD-1553, RS422, RS485, RS232, 10G and 100G Gigabit Ethernet, PCIe, USB
Solid understanding of the latest processing and graphics solutions
Ability to drive clarity to ambiguous requests or requirements
Ability to work well in a fast-paced professional office environment
BS Computer Science, BS Software Engineering, BS Electrical Engineering preferred

Nice To Haves

Experience conducting System Safety Assessment, Functional Hazard assessment and Failure Mode Effects Analysis is a plus
Excellent troubleshooting skills of rugged computing systems is a plus
Solid understanding of the latest processing and graphics solutions is a plus
Ability to operate and debug Linux and VxWorks based computing systems is a plus
Previous experience in RTCA/DO-254/DO-178 processes and FAA Certification is a plus

Responsibilities

Representing the company as the technical solutions and systems engineering expert to customers, suppliers, and CW management
Providing technical guidance to cross-functional program teams
Establishing a disciplined approach to requirements management, including flow down, decomposition, verification, and documentation
Managing requirements changes, including the ability to discern whether a change is in or out of scope, and advise business leadership on programmatic/contractual decisions
Developing comprehensive technical documentation that clearly communicates CW’s solution to the customer and the Engineering team
Reporting technical status and way forward to varied audiences, including team members and internal/external leadership
Identifying Systems Engineering knowledge gaps and advise Functional leadership on Training/development needs
Training planning to enhance team development
Converting requirements into solutions that minimize risk while meeting objectives
Leading engineering teams to successfully meet customer requirements