Staff/Senior Staff Systems Engineer - Flight Controls

Woodward, Inc.•Irvine, CA

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

Woodward is committed to creating a great workplace for all team members, fostering integrity, respect, accountability, humility, and drive, while maintaining the highest professional and ethical standards. The company aims to attract top talent and provide a rewarding workplace, fulfilling its purpose to design and deliver energy control solutions for a clean future. Woodward offers an extensive Total Reward package, benchmarking with industry peers. Woodward is a global leader in designing, manufacturing, and servicing energy conversion and control solutions for aerospace and industrial equipment markets, contributing to a cleaner, decarbonized world. Their innovative control systems operate in harsh environments. Woodward cultivates a culture that values every member's contributions, comprising a global team of curious, innovative problem-solvers dedicated to reducing emissions, enabling alternative energy sources, and increasing efficiency. The company seeks dedicated individuals eager to learn and grow in a supportive environment that promotes collaboration, innovation, and inclusion.

Requirements

Proven experience designing, implementing, and managing complex system architectures with a primary focus on ensuring safety, reliability, and fault tolerance, including identifying potential hazards, implementing redundancy and fail-safe mechanisms, and adhering to industry safety standards to mitigate risks and maintain system integrity during critical operations.
Proven familiarity in development, validation, cascade, and verification of requirements from the application level to the elements within electronic solutions (firmware, software, electronic hardware, etc.).
Exceptional analytical and critical-thinking skills to resolve intricate technical challenges with innovative solutions.
Demonstrated ability to guide and manage cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality results.
Strong ability to interpret business needs and recommend effective technology strategies that align with organizational goals.
Expertise in evaluating variables, analyzing data, and making informed decisions to enhance system performance.
Ability to clearly convey sophisticated technical concepts to diverse audiences, including senior leaders and non-technical stakeholders.
Proven ability to build and maintain relationships with internal and external subject matter experts and senior leaders.
Capable of autonomously managing and executing high-level projects with minimal supervision.
Experience providing expert consultancy to management and leadership on technical projects and strategies.
Skilled at identifying and implementing best practices to enhance technology solutions and business processes.
Bachelor’s degree in sciences (BS) in relevant field.
10+ years experience (for Staff level).
12+ years experience (for Senior Staff level).
Working knowledge of Aviation Development guidelines, including: ARP4754, ARP4761, DO-178, DO-254, etc.
Experience using formal Requirements Management Tools (IBM DOORS, PTC Codebeamer, etc.).
Experience supporting the creation of Safety Hazard Assessment (SHA), Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA), and Fault Tree Analysis (FTA).
All applicants must be U.S. Persons within the meaning of the ITAR and EAR, or eligible to obtain all required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State and/or the U.S. Department of Commerce.

Responsibilities

Electronic Systems Architecture Design: Develop and implement robust system architectures for Aerospace Electronics that meet organizational requirements and comply with technical standards, specifically safety. Ensure scalability, reliability, and efficiency in system designs to support current and future business needs.
Requirement Development and Management: Work with customers and internal teams to identify, develop, and allocate the high-level application requirements to the controller requirements within electronic solutions.
Technical Leadership: Lead cross-functional teams in executing complex engineering projects while ensuring alignment with project objectives, budgets, and timelines. Serve as a technical expert and decision-maker throughout the project lifecycle.
Complex Problem Solving: Identify and resolve intricate technical challenges by applying advanced analytical methods and innovative solutions. Troubleshoot critical system issues to ensure minimal disruption to business operations.
Technology Strategy Advisory: Advise senior management on emerging technologies, best practices, and industry trends to optimize system performance and business processes. Evaluate and recommend new tools, platforms, and methodologies for continuous improvement.
Mentorship and Development: Provide guidance and mentorship to junior engineers, fostering technical skill development and adherence to best practices. Promote a culture of collaboration, innovation, and knowledge-sharing across the team.

Benefits

Annual cash bonus opportunity
401(k) match (4.5%)
Annual Woodward stock contribution (5%)
Tuition reimbursement
Training/Professional Development opportunities for all members
12 paid holidays, including floating holidays
Industry leading medical, dental, and vision Insurance upon date of hire
Vacation / Sick Time / Vacation Buy-up / Short Term Disability / Bereavement leave
Paid parental leave
Adoption Assistance
Employee Assistance Program, including mental health benefits
Member Life & AD&D / Long Term Disability / Member Optional Life
Member referral bonus
Spouse / Child Optional Life / Optional AD&D / Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending
Voluntary benefits, including: Home / Auto Insurance discounts
Whole Life Insurance / Critical Illness Insurance / Legal Assistance / Military Leave