Systems Engineer

Systems Engineer

Job Summary:

The Systems Engineer will play a key role in supporting the development integration and delivery of advanced aerospace systems. This position is responsible for leading and executing systems engineering activities across the full product lifecycle including requirements development system architecture risk management verification and validation and configuration control. The Systems Engineer will collaborate closely with cross-functional teamsincluding engineering testing manufacturing and program managementto ensure system designs meet functional specifications customer expectations and industry standards. This role also contributes to the creation and improvement of systems engineering processes documentation and best practices to enhance program efficiency and technical rigor. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented analytical and excels in a dynamic environment where innovation and quality are top priorities.

Responsibilities and Duties:

• Provide comprehensive systems engineering support including requirements analysis design oversight and technical guidance.

• Develop Systems Engineering best practices processes and continuous improvement initiatives

• Participate in planning design testing and deployment of complex systems to ensure conformance with functional specifications and customer requirements

• Manage system requirements including requirements development tracking decomposition and verification

• Develop systems engineering management documentation such as Systems Engineering Management Plans Risk Management Plans and Configuration Management Plans

• Develop systems engineering technical documentation such as Requirements Verification Traceability Matrices Interface Control Documents and Failure Modes Effects and Criticality Analyses

• Develop systems engineering documentation in support of system Verification and Validation efforts such as Verification Plans and Test Plans

• Perform system reliability hazard and risk analysis

• Regularly report on progress to ESAero team and customer

• Develop and maintain project documentation to high quality standards

Required Qualifications and Skills:

• Bachelors degree in systems engineering Aerospace Engineering Mechanical Engineering or related field

• 3-5 years relevant experience

• Experience providing Systems Engineering support

• Experience developing system requirements

• Experience with requirements verification and validation (V&V) activities

• Experience with risk management processes

• Proven understanding of system architecture development and documentation

• Effective verbal and written communication skills.

• Proficiency with the Microsoft Office Suite (Word Excel PowerPoint)

Desired Qualifications and Skills:

• Masters degree in Systems Engineering Aerospace Engineering Mechanical Engineering or equivalent field and/or 5 years design testing or relevant experience

• Experience with disciplines closely adjacent to Systems Engineering such as system safety analysis reliability modeling product certification etc.

• Fundamental understanding of other disciplines including stress dynamics thermal analysis production electronics test engineering etc.

• Familiarity with flight testing

• Experience with MS Projects

• Familiarity with high power electro-mechanical propulsion systems

• Experience working within the aerospace industry specifically with electrified aircraft or UAVs

• Experience with Jama Connect

Comprehensive Benefits & Perks:

• Health & Wellness: Choose from three health dental and vision plans - including a 100% employer-paid option covering both employees and their families.

• Paid Time Off: Enjoy 120 hours of PTO 80 hours accrued plus an additional 40 hours of holiday break pay in addition to Christmas Eve Christmas Day and New Years Day off.

• Life Insurance: $25000 employer-paid life insurance policy with the option to purchase additional coverage for employees and their families.

• Supplemental Coverage: Access optional benefits such as Critical Illness Hospital Indemnity Accident Insurance and Critical Illness with Skin Cancer coverage.

• Health Savings Account (HSA): Take advantage of a tax-advantaged HSA to manage medical expenses.

• Retirement Savings: 401(k) with a company match to support your financial future.

• Paid Holidays: Enjoy 9 paid holidays throughout the year.

• Work Environment: A casual dress code complimentary snacks and a welcoming company culture.

• Ideal Location: Work in an area that offers an outstanding quality of life - a perfect place to live work and play!

Company Overview:

Empirical Systems Aerospace Inc (ESAero) is a leader in aerospace engineering product development and manufacturing dedicated to delivering high-quality innovative and cost-effective solutions to the industry. We specialize in cutting-edge system design rapid product development precision manufacturing comprehensive testing and technology demonstrations to support the evolving needs of the aerospace community. Committed to excellence on-time delivery and continuous growth we invest in infrastructure to expand our manufacturing and aftermarket capabilities while maintaining the highest standards of engineering services.

At ESAero we dont just build products we engineer solutions that propelthe aerospace industry forward.

**This position is fully on-site at ESAero in San Luis Obispo CA**

ESAero is an equal opportunity employer.
E-Verify participation required for employment.
Must present proof of authorization to work in the United States.
Must be able to pass background check.
Pay Range: $90k-120k Salary Exempt