Systems Engineer, Principal

Aerovironment•Moorpark, CA

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About The Position

Summary The Principal Systems Engineer is considered a subject matter expert in the discipline. One demonstrates visionary & professional concepts in developing resolution to critical issues and broad design matters pertaining to the development of a variety of innovative Unmanned Systems for defense and commercial applications. The Principal Systems Engineer leads a group of other engineers in technical projects with the goal of analyzing all parts of a system to make sure each component is performing as it should. Because of the nature of the development efforts, the Principal Engineer will have a hand in a variety of stages of development including requirements definition, concept design, prototyping, detailed design, validation and verification testing. Position Responsibilities Lead Systems development using Model Based Systems Engineering tools (Matlab, others) Evaluate and modify System Simulation models to scope requirements & identify tolerances Create model based Systems Test strategy based on flight envelope that includes corner cases Provide design direction for Aircraft Instrumentation and data analysis based on Model performance Provide subsystem feedback and direction to Aeromechanical, Electrical, GN&C and Software Plan, develop and oversee requirements traceability and evolution through the development cycle Provides multi-layered technical expertise for next-generation initiatives Conceives system interfaces and prototypes Develops, configures and oversees the upgrade, enhancements, fixes and sustainability Defines system specifications, input/output and working parameters for overall compatibility Identifies, analyzes and resolves system design weaknesses. Influences the shaping of future products by contributing to the framework (architecture) used across multiple products or systems Makes complex design decisions to meet stated and derived requirements and demonstrates expert knowledge of appropriate design, analysis and simulation tools and validation techniques Creates designs for success that addresses evolution and future concepts, products and/or technologies Work independently and provide technical supervision across disciplines Transfers knowledge for both professional and technical career development Other duties as assigned

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Systems Engineering, Computer Science/Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Aerospace, or Mechanical Engineering is required or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience
15+ years of related experience in architecting, modifying and supporting aircraft avionics & flight control systems. Preferred aerospace and/or UAV experience including aircraft avionics, ISR payloads and their interfaces
7 years of experience in Modular Open Systems Approach (MOSA) to design
10 years of experience with Cameo
Proficiency with C/C++ and Matlab required
Proficiency with office software and computer based productivity tools
Has managed requirements traceability and evolution through the system development cycle
Demonstrated experience in providing effective weekly status of system development progress with requirements burn down
Has successfully developed systems test plans, procedures and reports and reviewed and interpreted customer specification
Experienced in writing Systems Safety protocols and ensuring personnel safety during field testing
Must be able to understand all of the components of a system and how they interact with each other, making sure the system parts work correctly together and delegate to one's team when and how something needs to fixed to keep the system working smoothly

Nice To Haves

Advanced degree is preferred
15 years of experience with Cameo
10 years of experience successfully applying MOSA
Understanding and experience applying MIL-STD-882, MIL-STD-1316, JTOP-052, and AOP 52
Experience using JAMA and JIRA preferred
Experienced in taking a product from concept to production with contract manufacturers is preferred
Exposure to Guidance Navigation and Control Systems along with Modeling Simulation and Control is preferred
Exposure to Model Based Systems Engineering is helpful but not required
Demonstrated understanding of Aircraft Terminology is a plus as is familiarity with Python or ROS (Robot Operating System)
Knowledge of Simulink, Ansys and Solidworks preferred
Able to excel in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment, where small teams share a broad variety of duties
Displays strong initiative and drive to accomplish goals and meet company objectives
Takes ownership and responsibility for current and past work products
Is committed to learning from mistakes and driven to improve and enhance performance of oneself, others, and the company
Has effective problem-solving, analytical, interpersonal and communication skills
Focuses on teamwork, collaboration and puts the success of the team above one's own interests

Responsibilities

Lead Systems development using Model Based Systems Engineering tools (Matlab, others)
Evaluate and modify System Simulation models to scope requirements & identify tolerances
Create model based Systems Test strategy based on flight envelope that includes corner cases
Provide design direction for Aircraft Instrumentation and data analysis based on Model performance
Provide subsystem feedback and direction to Aeromechanical, Electrical, GN&C and Software
Plan, develop and oversee requirements traceability and evolution through the development cycle
Provides multi-layered technical expertise for next-generation initiatives
Conceives system interfaces and prototypes
Develops, configures and oversees the upgrade, enhancements, fixes and sustainability
Defines system specifications, input/output and working parameters for overall compatibility
Identifies, analyzes and resolves system design weaknesses. Influences the shaping of future products by contributing to the framework (architecture) used across multiple products or systems
Makes complex design decisions to meet stated and derived requirements and demonstrates expert knowledge of appropriate design, analysis and simulation tools and validation techniques
Creates designs for success that addresses evolution and future concepts, products and/or technologies
Work independently and provide technical supervision across disciplines
Transfers knowledge for both professional and technical career development
Other duties as assigned

Benefits

AV offers an excellent benefits package including medical, dental vision, 401K with company matching, a 9/80 work schedule and a paid holiday shutdown.
For more information about our company benefit offerings please visit: http://www.avinc.com/myavbenefits.

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