Systems Engineers
About The Position
CNA's Enterprise Systems and Data Analysis (ESDA) Division within the Institute for Public Research is currently seeking Systems Engineers across experience levels. All positions are remote. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is embarking on a bold vision to deliver Brand New Air Traffic Control System (BNATCS) that can meet the needs of increased air traffic demand while integrating new entrants such as drones, air taxis and commercial space launches, they look to CNA to tackle their most complex challenges through data-driven analyses that produces actionable recommendations. We're looking for motivated and creative professionals who thrive in mission-critical environments and are passionate about shaping the future of air traffic management. This is your chance to make an impact on one of the nation's most ambitious efforts ever to transform our national airspace system and deliver people and goods faster and safer than ever before. Our Systems Engineers will be key team members, eliciting stakeholder needs, generating and analyzing system requirements, developing and validating functional and system architectures, and evaluating the application and trade-offs of various technologies. This is all while applying an understanding of impacts and considerations on the national airspace system. The role will contribute recommendations based on recent advances, best practices, and gaps in the application of systems to implement modern systems and technologies that advance the future of aviation while continuing to ensure its safety. Past experience in the FAA and aviation domain is not required but preferred. Advanced degrees (Masters, PhD) will be considered with lower years of experience at each level. Please upload your resume for any of the following positions.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in computer science, mathematics, operations research, or a related engineering field
- Systems Engineer I: 2 - 4 years experience
- Systems Engineer II: 4 - 6 years experience
- Systems Engineer III: 5 - 8 years experience
- Systems Engineer IV: 8 - 11 years experience
- Systems Engineer V: 12+ years experience
Nice To Haves
- Past experience in the FAA and aviation domain is not required but preferred.
- Advanced degrees (Masters, PhD) will be considered with lower years of experience at each level.
Responsibilities
- eliciting stakeholder needs
- generating and analyzing system requirements
- developing and validating functional and system architectures
- evaluating the application and trade-offs of various technologies
- applying an understanding of impacts and considerations on the national airspace system
- contributing recommendations based on recent advances, best practices, and gaps in the application of systems to implement modern systems and technologies that advance the future of aviation while continuing to ensure its safety
Benefits
- CNA offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package, which includes health, dental, and vision insurance, life and disability insurance, and a 403(b)-retirement plan with employer matching.
- Additionally, we provide generous paid time off programs to promote a health work-life balance.
- Eligibility for these benefits varies based on employment classification.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Industry
Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
Number of Employees
501-1,000 employees
