Senior Avionics and Electrical Systems Engineer - KIHOMAC

• Perform technical analysis and research associated with the assigned task area for problems with specific objectives and requiring investigation of a limited number of variables

• Make recommendations on technical alternatives, component design or selection, and/or adaptation to meet assigned requirements
• Follow, perform, and record program technical results through technical documentation to include work instructions
• Participate in the organization, planning, and management of new aircraft avionics and mission systems
• Design, build, interface, and test multiple computer systems in a modular architecture to meet Safety, Security, Environmental, EMI and performance requirements
• Create data interfaces for Ethernet, serial, and various avionics bus protocols and support throughout the entire software development life cycle from requirements definition to product deployment
• Coordinate with Avionics and Mission Systems suppliers via specifications and prepared statements of work
• Collaborate with engineers, technicians, and external stakeholders from various disciplines to include electrical power, flight controls, propulsion, airframe structures, rotors, fuel, hydraulics and drive systems
• Work directly with vendors and customers to verify that avionics systems meet design and performance requirements
• Support business development efforts where analysis and input are required to define a solution set
• Perform duties under supervision of Chief and Staff engineers
• Mentor subordinate engineers
• Works in an Agile, collaborative team framework
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements

Education/Training: 

• Bachelor’s Degree in relevant engineering or science discipline required  
• Demonstrable experience with: navigation, crew station design, displays, open processing environments, aircraft survivability equipment, sensors, communications integration, vehicle management and health monitoring systems

Experience:

• 5+ years of professional experience in the required task area
• Possess working knowledge of MIL-STD-1796A 

Security:

• Must be a US citizen
• Ability to obtain a security clearance may be required

Physical Requirements

• Able to occasionally reach with hands and arms
• Prolonged periods of computer screen use, while sitting or standing at a desk
• Adhere to safety protocols when in work areas requiring use of PPE (e.g. eyewear, gloves, masks, hearing protection, steel toed shoes, etc.)
• Able to safely lift and carry up to 20 pounds at a time

Benefits

• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
• Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
• Short Term & Long Term Disability
• Training & Development
• Wellness Resources