Overview
On Site
Depends on Experience
Full Time
Skills
Leadership
Computer Hardware
Avionics
Software Engineering
System Requirements
Test Plans
Test Execution
Research
Systems Architecture
Schematics
Systems Design
Documentation
Systems Engineering
Analytical Skill
Communication
IT Management
Testing
Management
Training
Organizational Skills
Data Collection
Aerospace
Electrical Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
DoD
Security Clearance
Insurance
Job Details
Job Description
5-D Systems, a KRATOS Company, is seeking a highly motivated candidate who will provide full lifecycle systems engineering technical contribution and leadership in support of unmanned, manned, and optionally piloted aircraft systems. This position is full-time and requires the ability to successfully work in a team environment. The successful candidate must be able to create and update system design documentation, perform engineering analysis in a prototype environment, and plan and conduct various tests including aircraft subsystem and system-level testing. This position will interface with internal and external project team members, company leadership, and customers.
Duties include, but are not limited to:
Experience and Skills
The successful candidate has:
Qualifications
Benefits:
Job Benefits
5-D Systems, a KRATOS Company, is seeking a highly motivated candidate who will provide full lifecycle systems engineering technical contribution and leadership in support of unmanned, manned, and optionally piloted aircraft systems. This position is full-time and requires the ability to successfully work in a team environment. The successful candidate must be able to create and update system design documentation, perform engineering analysis in a prototype environment, and plan and conduct various tests including aircraft subsystem and system-level testing. This position will interface with internal and external project team members, company leadership, and customers.
Duties include, but are not limited to:
- Developing test plans and reports
- Leading and conducting various kinds of testing including hardware-in-the-loop (HWIL), Software-in-the-Loop (SWIL), avionics, subsystem and aircraft-level testing
- Working in conjunction with Software Engineering Team to develop software system requirements and test requirements
- Supporting flight test planning, aircraft preparation, and test execution at government test ranges
- Developing system architectures for new and existing systems
- Conducting trade studies and performing design research of engineering concepts and explorations to determine optimal requirements and system architecture
- Developing system/subsystem interface definitions, system schematics, and system design documentation and performing peer reviews of fellow team members' work
- Participating in planning, design, testing, and deployment of moderately complex, engineered systems and software to ensure conformance with functional specifications and customer requirements
- Leading or supporting system engineering technical reviews (SETR) including Test Readiness Reviews (TRR)
- Traveling to customer or test site locations as needed (>25% travel may be expected at times)
Experience and Skills
The successful candidate has:
- Sharp analytical abilities, excellent communication skills, and is capable of working effectively in a dynamic environment
- Demonstrated technical leadership capabilities
- Results-oriented, sense of ownership, urgency, and drive
- Experience working within the Defense and/or Aerospace industry is a must
- Hands-on integration & test experience with aircraft systems and/or subsystems
- Demonstrated testing best practices including but not limited to managing test configurations, adhering to safety and training procedures, and organizing data collection and analysis
Qualifications
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Aerospace, Electrical, or Mechanical Engineering
- 10-20 years of industry experience
- Ability to acquire and maintain a U.S. DoD Secret Clearance or higher
Benefits:
- Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance Coverage
- Life/ADD & Short/Long Term Disability Insurance
- 401(k) Savings Plan
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
- Paid Time-Off (PTO)
- Holidays
- Education Reimbursement
Job Benefits
- Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance Coverage
- Life/ADD & Short/Long Term Disability Insurance
- 401(k) Savings Plan
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
- Paid Time-Off (PTO)
- Holidays
- Education Reimbursement
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