Staff Systems Engineer

Kearfott Corporation•Pine Brook, NJ

46d•$146,000 - $180,000

About The Position

Systems Engineer with a background in both hardware and software for avionics systems with experience in the integration and test of advanced electronic equipment in both laboratory and field environments. The successful candidate must have a demonstrated ability to lead system development activities within a certified quality management environment and be able to comprehend and adhere to defined work procedures and instructions.

Requirements

In depth working knowledge of system engineering processes, inertial navigation and GPS applications for avionics platforms
Possesses the ability in the definition of system level requirements beginning with customer requirements specification and then decomposing to the end item system specification
Possesses the ability with definition, implementation, and performance of system integration testing (hardware and software tests) which validate system requirements in a lab and field environments
Capable of supporting Bid and Proposal efforts including Cost Estimating and Technical Writing
Excellent interpersonal, communications (written and verbal) skills
Proficient at project / program planning and control
Drives for results, action oriented
Strategic thinker, visionary
Excellent presentation skills
Strong analytical, problem solving, and writing skills
BS. in Aerospace Engineering, Computer Engineering or Electrical Engineering
7+ years’ experience systems engineering in an aerospace and/or defense system engineering and associated systems software testing
In depth technical experience with Inertial Navigation System (INS), Inertial Measurement Unit (IMU) and Global Positioning System (GPS) applications is required
Proficiency in communication bus standards and operation (MIL-STD-1553, ARINC-429, RS-422, Ethernet, SpaceWire), and familiarity with software / firmware development standards (DO- 178B/C, DO-254) required
Experience required in leading and working within a cross disciplinary engineering team of 2 to 15 engineers relative to the coordination of product hardware and software design, test, and evaluation from the concept through production phases
Strong Knowledge (Proficiency preferred) in DOORS, Microsoft Project, and Microsoft Office
Must be a US Citizen and have the ability to obtain and maintain a US Government Security Clearance
Some travel for customer reviews and meetings

Nice To Haves

M.S. in Aerospace Engineering, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or Systems Engineering
MATLAB experience
Knowledge of Military Standards and FAA Standards (DO-178b and DO-254)

Responsibilities

Capable of leading the application of system engineering processes and discipline across the company
Using systems requirements management tools such as DOORS, assist in the storing, tracking, and managing of configuration items
Define, implement, and conduct continuous improvements associated with system engineering and processes
Contribute to a positive and cooperative work environment by effectively communicating internally and externally across all levels of the organization
Drive company goals and initiatives by actively participating in team meetings and improvement initiatives/programs
In a timely manner, communicate technical or scheduling problems to appropriate stakeholders
Capable of supporting new business pursuits and proposal preparation that address program technical requirements and associated schedule and costs
Responsible for managing technical schedule and cost for the assigned projects
Interfacing with both commercial and military customers in technical program definition and execution
Excellent technical writing and communication skills
Travel: ~15% for customer reviews and meetings
Other duties and responsibilities as assigned