Job Title: Avionics Systems Engineer
Job Description

We are seeking a highly skilled Avionics Systems Engineer to manage and oversee the technical aspects of product or system design. The ideal candidate will direct multiple lab resources for large-scale product or system deployments, manage sub-contractor resources, and conduct product or system design synthesis. This role involves developing technical reports, leading project tasks, and serving as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) for avionics engineering tools and technologies.

ResponsibilitiesManage all technical aspects of product or system design, including directing multiple lab resources for large-scale product or system deployments.Manage sub-contractor resources supporting all system engineering areas (e.g., definition, requirements analysis, synthesis, systems analysis, and implementation).Conduct product or system design synthesis, translating requirements into physical architectures for systems of high complexity.Define/refine internal and external system interfaces.Support development of product strategy and execution.Develop and review technical reports, specifications, test plans, memos, and diagrams detailing product or system attributes.Lead medium-to-large project tasks and/or small programs and provide technical status and plans to Project Director.Serve as a resource and Subject Matter Expert (SME) for avionics engineering tools and technologies.Significantly contribute to whitepapers and proposals.Integrate new capabilities and subsystems into military systems, including the design of inter-software interfaces, inter-subsystem interfaces (e.g., data, interconnects), aircraft to subsystem integration, pilot vehicle interface, and test/instrumentation systems integration.Serve as a technical expert on assigned projects and systems, keeping up to date on use models, system capabilities, system interfaces, engineering tools, and road maps for current and future updates.Serve as a technical expert for a specific engineering specialty (e.g., safety engineering, hardware/software interface, digital engineering).Isolate hardware and software component anomalies.Analyze flight and laboratory data to ensure system requirements are satisfied.Ensure that all technical work is developed to meet military, safety, and security standards.Design and manage the laboratory configurations for assigned projects.Lead cross-discipline project teams.Essential SkillsExperience developing complex, software-intensive, military or avionics systems using system engineering processes and methodologies.Experience designing/developing software-based systems that integrate multiple subsystems and/or integrate multiple software applications and hardware.Experience with Modular Open System Approach (MOSA).Experience integrating and troubleshooting systems to determine functional correctness, completeness, and/or effectiveness.Experience leading project development teams.9 years of related experience with a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Computer Science, Physics, or any technical degree.7 years of related experience with a Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Computer Science, Physics, or any technical degree.4 years of related experience with a Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Computer Science, Physics, or any technical degree.Additional Skills & QualificationsActive Secret Clearance.Experience technically leading multi-disciplined project teams.Experience developing system design for Electronic Warfare systems.Experience processing and analyzing data with tools such as Python or R.Experience with avionic data buses (e.g., MIL-STD-1553, ARINC 429, Ethernet, RS-422, etc.), tactical data links, military radios, and open systems architecture frameworks.Experience using Model-Based System Engineering (SysML) to design systems (e.g., use cases, behavior, interfaces, data models); Additional DoDAF experience is a plus.Experience working in a full-lifecycle agile and/or digital engineering environment.Experience supporting field tests to troubleshoot and solve problems.Experience designing secure and safe system solutions.Experience designing/developing military UAS systems.Knowledge of the operational use models of military UAS.Work Environment

This position is onsite in a lab environment with a hybrid schedule. You will be working in a collaborative setting, utilizing the latest technologies and equipment to develop and troubleshoot complex avionics systems. The work involves adhering to strict military, safety, and security standards.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $66.59 - $92.74

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a hybrid position in Atlanta,GA.

Application Deadline

This position will be accepting applications until Jan 3, 2025.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

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