Senior Avionics Systems Engineer

Kranze Technology Solutions • Des Plaines, IL

1d • $130,000 - $175,000 • Onsite

About The Position

KTS develops complex, cutting-edge aircraft avionics hardware and software solutions supporting digital interoperability, survivability, situational awareness, and data collection. We have a proven track record of delivering high quality products throughout the defense industry. KTS is seeking an experienced systems engineer to provide technical leadership in the development and certification of avionics installations on military aircraft. This is a full-time position at the KTS facility in Des Plaines, IL.

Requirements

• Master’s or Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical, Mechanical, or Aerospace Engineering with a minimum of 10 years relevant experience
• Experience with military avionics system development, requirements definition, specification development, component analysis, procurement, source selection, integration and test, installation, and design verification
• Experience with military standards such as MIL-STD-810, MIL-STD-461, MIL-STD-704 and MIL-HDBK-516.
• Experience interpreting component detail drawings, specifications, installation drawings, and test procedures
• Experience with AS9100D or similar quality standards
• Familiarity with implementing design/integration considerations associated with size, weight, power, and cooling requirements for aircraft equipment
• Familiarity with aircraft rack design, shock isolation, and mission line replaceable unit mounting/integration
• Experience with electrical wiring interconnection systems to include selection of components such as conductors, connectors, backshells, relays, circuit breakers, etc.
• Knowledge of EMI shielding and wire harness separation best practices
• Ability to work independently under general supervision and as part of a large multi-disciplined team
• Ability to travel (< 25%)
• Ability to obtain Security Clearance, for which the United States Government requires United States citizenship

Nice To Haves

• Proven history of installing complex avionics systems on military aircraft
• Experience with communication systems to include RF component selection such as antennas and cabling

Responsibilities

• Serve in a leadership capacity of a multi-disciplinary team to design, procure, manufacture, install, and test military avionics systems
• Coordinate with Government customers to understand and meet system requirements including, but not limited to, airworthiness and safety
• Liaise with engineering, manufacturing, and aircraft artisans to ensure consistency and an interdisciplinary approach in system design
• Conduct system level analysis for compliance and functionality
• Review engineering drawings, bills of material, and other technical data
• Organize, prepare, review and present system level designs for meetings and design reviews with customers
• Create documentation such as test reports, analyses, or other compliance data to verify and validate the system design

Benefits

• Comprehensive Leave plan (Paid Time Off)
• Comprehensive Health Care package including Medical, Vision, Dental, Health Savings Account (HSA), and more
• Generous 401 (k) retirement plan
• Paid Overtime
• Flex Time and Flexible Scheduling
• Tuition Reimbursement options
• Casual and relaxed work environment

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior