Systems Engineer I

GROW WITH US ANDSTAY EXTRAORDINARY:
Launch your career to new heights with Innoflightone of San Diegos fastest-growing Aerospace and Defense innovators. Here visionary minds engineer the future of space technology through pioneering compact and cyber-secure solutions. From software-defined radios to cutting-edge cryptographic systems and avionics everything we build powers the next era of New Space. Join our small agile and mission-driven team where your work has real impact and your growth has no limits. Were not just reaching for the starswere engineering them. Lets innovate the infinite together.

A DAY IN THE LIFE:
As a Systems Engineer I you will play an essential role in supporting systems engineering activities and solving technical challenges across complex aerospace systems. You will assist with system problem resolution data analysis requirements development and performance evaluation as part of a cross-disciplinary engineering team. By applying foundational systems engineering processes you will help translate customer needs into effective technical solutions while considering technical schedule and cost constraints.

WHAT YOULL DO:

• Communicates Effectively: Provide responsive concise and accurate updates on system status technical issues risks and project activities to internal and external customers.
• Contributes to System Design: Support the development of efficient system and subsystem designs by analyzing technical needs and providing recommendations to the engineering team.
• Assists in Requirements Definition: Support the development documentation flow-down verification and traceability of system and subsystem requirements.
• Supports Architecture Development: Participate in defining system architectures and analyzing technical challenges for advanced software-defined multifunction mission systems.
• Works in a Team Environment: Collaborate with software firmware electrical mechanical network and other systems engineers to develop and implement effective technical solutions.
• Develops Design Requirements: Assist in translating system-level requirements into detailed design requirements for hardware software firmware and network implementations.
• Supports Implementation and Troubleshooting: Assist with system implementation integration test and troubleshooting activities helping identify root causes and resolve technical issues.
• Analyzes System Performance: Support data collection analysis and evaluation of system and subsystem performance to identify issues trends and opportunities for improvement.

YOURE AWESOME AT:

• Problem-Solving: Strong analytical and critical-thinking skills with the ability to break down technical problems identify potential solutions and support root-cause analysis.
• Systems Engineering Processes: Working knowledge of foundational systems engineering principles including requirements development traceability system integration verification and validation.
• Multidisciplinary Collaboration: Ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams across aerospace electrical mechanical firmware software and network engineering disciplines.
• Communication and Documentation: Ability to communicate technical information clearly and document requirements analyses designs test results and technical issues accurately.

WHAT YOULL NEED:

• Bachelors degree in Engineering Electrical Engineering Aerospace Engineering or a related field required.
• 1 year of systems engineering experience or relevant engineering experience with demonstrated exposure to systems engineering principles.
• Foundational knowledge of systems engineering processes including requirements development requirements traceability system integration verification and validation.
• Cross-functional knowledge or exposure to aerospace electrical mechanical firmware software and/or network engineering disciplines.
• Experience or academic/project exposure to spacecraft design development integration and test preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot technical issues using structured problem-solving and analytical methods.
• Ability to analyze technical data and communicate findings effectively to engineering teams and customers.
• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative multidisciplinary engineering environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to document technical information clearly.
• Ability to obtain and maintain any required security clearance.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS:
The starting base salary for this position ranges from $85000 to $125000 per year depending on the candidates job-related knowledge skills and addition to a competitive base salary Innoflight offers a well-rounded compensation package that includes a Profit-Sharing Bonus and a Cash Performance Bonus to reward both individual and company performance. Additional benefits include:

• 401(k) with 3% company match (automatic enrollment)
• Comprehensive medical dental vision HSA & life insurance
• 10 paid holidays 120 hours PTO (starting in year one)
• Access to ancillary benefits such as critical illness accident disability legal and pet insurance.

WHY YOULL LOVE WORKING HERE:

• Flexible Work-Life Balance: Enjoy a 9/80 work schedule with every other Friday offwhether you use it to recharge work on a passion project or spend time with family the choice is yours.
• Continuous Learning & Development: Were serious about professional development. From tuition reimbursement to internal Ask Me Anything sessions and weekly Lunch & Learns we make learning a core part of the job.
• Mission-Driven Culture: We arent just building techwere enabling the next era of space exploration. Our Culture Ambassadors help lead initiatives around inclusion positivity recognition and transparency. Here your voice is heard your work is respected and your individuality is celebrated.

BE YOU WITH US:
At Innoflight we are committed to fostering an inclusive and equitable workplace where everyone belongs. We recognize that great talent comes in many forms and you dont need to meet every requirement to bring value to our team. If this role excites you we encourage you to applyeven if you dont check every box.

YOU SHOULD KNOW:
Potential new employees must successfully complete a background check which includes criminal search education certification and employment verification prior to must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S as you must have the ability to obtain a security clearance. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa.

A NOTE TO STAFFING AGENCIES:
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