Senior Systems Engineer - SkyGrid
Overview
SkyGrid seeks a Senior Systems Engineer to define and architect systems across the V while supporting certification and verification & validation planning. This hybrid role drives technical leadership and collaboration across disciplines. The ideal candidate will deliver MBSE artifacts during the CDR phase and mentor junior staff.
What You'll Do11
- 1Develop system requirements based on inputs from internal Product Marketing and Business Development teams as well as external customers and regulatory standards
- 2Create and maintain SysML models using Cameo to represent Use Cases Activity Sequences and State Machines
- 3Lead system development activities spanning requirements validation implementation verification and certification
- 4Advance compliance with ARP4754B development practices and generate necessary documentation
- 5Guide design compliance with certification cyber security quality and safety standards
- 6Support formal technical program gates including SRR PDR CDR TRR and qualification reviews
- 7Coordinate cross‑functional activities and supervise junior staff contributions
- 8Deliver high‑quality MBSE artifacts and technical leadership during the current CDR phase
- 9Identify and mitigate system technical risks aligned with CDR objectives
- 10Perform requirements traceability and impact assessments for CDR review
- 11Produce System and Subsystem Design Description documents in alignment with MBSE methodologies
Requirements8
- 1Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Computer Mechanical Aerospace Engineering or related STEM field
- 27+ years of experience in a highly technical aerospace industry
- 35+ years as a Systems Engineer focusing on MBSE principles with SysML and Cameo Systems Modeler
- 4Familiarity with ARP4754B and ability to support System Safety reviews per ARP4761A
- 5Master’s degree preferred along with experience developing autonomous systems or avionics products
- 6Proficiency with requirements management tools such as Polarion or DOORS
- 7Knowledge of DO-178C compliant development lifecycles
- 8Strong communication and leadership skills for mentoring junior staff
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