Aircraft Systems Engineer

Piper Companies is seeking an Aircraft Systems Engineer with deep expertise in Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) and avionics systems to lead engineering efforts for a cutting edge, defense/aerospace initiative. This is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to be part of greenfield project in aerospace. This role requires 4 days weekly onsite in Owego, NY.

Responsibilities for the Aircraft Systems Engineer:

• Lead and manage a team of systems engineers across geographically distributed teams.
• Oversee the development and integration of complex embedded systems in military aircraft.
• Apply MBSE practices using CAMEO to support system architecture, requirements, and design.
• Ensure compliance with DO-254 and DO-178 standards.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including software, hardware, and test engineering.
• Support system lifecycle activities including concept, design, integration, verification, and validation.
• Contribute to technical proposals and customer engagements.

Qualifications for the Aircraft Systems Engineer:

• 7+ years of systems engineering experience
• 5+ years of domain-specific experience in avionics or defense systems.
  • Avionic Human-Machine Interface
  • Cockpit and mission computing systems
  • Military aircraft navigation and sensors
  • Aircraft survivability
• 3+ years of experience with Model Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) using CAMEO.
• Experience with DO-254 and DO-178 compliance.
• Experience with C/C++, Python
• Must be authorized to work in the United States
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.

Compensation & Benefits for the Aircraft Systems Engineer:

• Salary: $150,000 - $230,000 (depending on experience)
• Benefits: Comprehensive - Blue Cross Blue Shield (Medical, Dental, Vison), 401k, and Paid Time Off
• Per Diem $2,848/month or Relocation Assistance are available
• 4-day work week (4x10 schedule) with 3 days off every week

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