Systems Engineer, Defense & Special Mission Aircraft

Systems Engineer, Defense & Special Mission Aircraft

Wichita, KS | Permanent | Hybrid (2-3 days onsite) | $71K-$117K USD | 2 openings

Our client, a leading aircraft manufacturer, is growing its defense and government engineering team in Wichita. As an individual contributor, you'll work across a range of defense projects and programs, taking aircraft systems from concept through integration, certification and sustainment. There's real room to grow here.

What you'll do

• Define, analyze and manage system requirements across the lifecycle
• Build system architectures and interface definitions for aircraft mission systems
• Support integration of aircraft systems, structures and mission equipment
• Own requirements traceability, verification and validation
• Work closely with design, avionics, software, certification, manufacturing and flight test teams

What you bring

• Bachelor's in Systems, Aerospace, Electrical, Mechanical or Computer Engineering (or related)
• Systems engineering experience in aerospace, defense, aviation or complex technical programs
• Requirements management and verification know-how
• Understanding of aircraft systems, avionics, comms, networking or mission systems integration
• Strong technical writing and analysis skills
• Must be a U.S. person (U.S. citizen or permanent resident) to meet ITAR requirements

Nice to have

• Defense or special mission aircraft programs
• Siemens Teamcenter Requirements Management (or similar)
• ARP4754, ARP4761, MIL-STD, and FAA, EASA or military certification

Why it's worth a look

• Hands-on defense work on high-performance aircraft
• Hybrid schedule, 2-3 days onsite
• Clear room for growth
• Competitive base salary, full insurance plan, retirement savings plan, EAP and telehealth

Pay: $71,000.00 - $117,000.00 per year

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance

Application Question(s)

• This role is subject to ITAR export control regulations. Are you a U.S. person (U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident)? Please answer Yes or No.

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Wichita, KS 67209