Lead Systems Integration Engineer

AeroVironment•Simi Valley, CA

1d•$122,500 - $187,000

About The Position

The Lead Systems Integration Engineer is an experienced systems engineer and technical leader specializing in complex system integration, RF signal processing, counter-unmanned aircraft systems (CUAS), radar analysis, and engineering flight test support. The role leads multidisciplinary engineering efforts to integrate hardware and software subsystems with external systems, evaluate system performance, troubleshoot technical issues, and guide system development from concept through testing and field validation. The engineer leads system architecture analysis, integration planning, and technical strategy development in support of current and future program objectives. The role works with cross-functional engineering teams, subject matter experts, subcontractors, and program leadership to resolve complex technical challenges, define technical roadmaps, and ensure deliverables meet performance requirements, schedules, and budget constraints. The position provides technical oversight and mentorship to engineering teams and develops automated testing tools, simulation capabilities, and data analysis methods using MATLAB, Python, and SQL. It evaluates performance through laboratory, hardware-in-the-loop, and field testing; uses data-driven analysis to identify performance gaps and support failure investigations; and communicates technical findings, program status, risks, and recommendations to stakeholders and leadership.

Requirements

The posting describes the role as requiring an experienced systems engineer and technical leader.
Expertise in systems engineering and system architecture.
Expertise in system integration and interface management.
Expertise in RF signal processing and radar systems.
Expertise in counter-unmanned aircraft systems (CUAS).
Expertise in engineering flight test and test planning.
Expertise in hardware-in-the-loop testing and simulation.
Experience with MATLAB and Python automation.
Expertise in system performance analysis and troubleshooting.
Expertise in root-cause analysis and failure investigation.
Technical program execution and cross-functional leadership capabilities.
Data analysis, statistical modeling, and SQL capabilities.
Technical documentation and stakeholder communication capabilities.
Must qualify as a U.S. person under ITAR/EAR or be a person eligible for approval for an export license; some positions require current U.S. citizenship due to contract requirements.
Secret clearance level.

Responsibilities

Lead system integration activities, including system architecture analysis, interface assessment, and integration with existing and emerging external systems.
Develop technical strategies and integration roadmaps to expand system capabilities and support future program requirements.
Provide technical leadership for RF signal processing, radar systems, sensor integration, and CUAS platform development.
Plan, coordinate, and execute engineering testing, including laboratory testing, simulation, hardware-in-the-loop testing, and engineering flight testing.
Develop automated test procedures, data processing tools, and analysis workflows using MATLAB and Python.
Investigate system anomalies, troubleshoot hardware and software integration issues, and support root-cause analysis and failure resolution.
Lead technical discussions across engineering disciplines, coordinating subject matter experts to develop solutions and actionable plans.
Manage engineering priorities, technical milestones, and team deliverables in alignment with program objectives, schedules, and budget requirements.
Evaluate subsystem and overall system performance, analyze radar signature data for target discrimination, and identify opportunities for performance improvement.
Collaborate with internal engineering teams, subcontractors, and program stakeholders on product development, production, troubleshooting, and system qualification.
Provide technical mentorship, training, and guidance to engineers while promoting collaboration, knowledge sharing, and continuous improvement.
Prepare technical reports, presentations, and status updates communicating system performance, integration progress, technical risks, and recommendations to leadership and customers.
Apply statistical analysis, data management, and database querying techniques to support engineering analysis, reporting, forecasting, and data-driven decision-making.