Senior Specialist, Systems Engineer

Acron Aviation • Phoenix, AZ

13h • Onsite

About The Position

Acron Aviation is seeking a Senior Specialist, Systems Engineering (L4) to support system integration, verification, and validation activities within the Surveillance product line. This role operates in a fast‑paced development environment and requires strong technical depth combined with the ability to lead and coordinate system‑level test and integration efforts. The role partners closely with cross‑functional engineering teams and customers to develop test strategies, execute system‑level testing, analyze results, and ensure solutions meet operational, regulatory, and certification requirements. The ideal candidate demonstrates strong ownership, proactive communication, and the ability to manage multiple priorities while delivering high‑quality outcomes that directly impact program execution and customer success.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science degree in Aerospace Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related engineering discipline
• 6+ years of directly related professional experience, preferably in aviation or avionics systems development
• Demonstrated experience developing and executing tests in complex, integrated systems
• Experience authoring system verification and validation plans and procedures

Nice To Haves

• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively across multiple disciplines and directly with customers
• Experience capturing voice‑of‑customer inputs and translating them into system requirements or test objectives
• Demonstrated initiative in removing barriers and driving results in a structured, timeline‑driven environment
• Systems‑level mindset with the ability to see the big picture and advocate for effective system integration
• Self‑directed working style with comfort operating with limited oversight while maintaining strong communication

Responsibilities

• Develop system architectures, system‑level requirements, and specifications for surveillance avionics systems
• Develop and execute system integration, verification, and validation test plans and procedures
• Perform interoperability testing across avionics and surveillance equipment
• Analyze laboratory and flight test data to identify trends, validate results, and recommend corrective actions or design improvements
• Collaborate closely with systems, electrical, software, RF, test, and manufacturing engineering teams
• Define, document, execute, and interpret functional tests for new or modified system and software features
• Investigate and support troubleshooting of test setup or execution issues in coordination with engineering and technical teams
• Coordinate with customers and internal stakeholders during test development, execution, and issue resolution
• Communicate technical findings, risks, and progress to peers, program leadership, and customers

What This Job Offers

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