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SkyGrid, a Boeing Company, exists to open the sky for autonomous flight. Based in Austin, Texas, SkyGrid builds ground based high-assurance third-party services to enable the safe operations and airspace integration of highly automated and autonomous aircraft. SkyGrid also acts as a key operational nexus for advanced air mobility, integrating and managing data, infrastructure, access, and traffic to support seamless and efficient air traffic services.
The SkyGrid team is looking for a Senior Systems Engineer to support activities across the company portfolio. In doing so, you will take on a key role in defining and architecting SkyGrid’s systems across the Systems Engineering “V”, including development of use cases, requirements, and functional architectures. In addition, the responsibilities of the role include support for certification activities and planning for formal verification and validation activities. You will work with engineers across multiple disciplines as well as Integrated Product Team leads, other systems engineers, program managers, and the Chief Engineer. Success in this role requires a combination of technical skills, soft skills, and leadership experience.
Performance Objectives:
- Lead and execute on critical systems engineering activities for one or more SkyGrid systems through Preliminary and Critical Design Reviews.
- Support the development of the System/Subsystem Design Description documents and update System designs and architectures accordingly in support of Preliminary and Critical Design Reviews.
- Coordinate activities with other team members and support junior staff.
Responsibilities:
- Advance and support system development activities including planning, requirements, design, implementation, verification, and validation.
- Support compliance in accordance with ARP4754A development practices, including the creation of related artifacts.
- Guide and support system design compliance with certification, cyber security, quality, and safety standards.
- Assist the Systems Engineering Manager in the continuous improvement of system engineering processes and methodologies.
- Support all Systems Engineering aspects of project planning, scheduling, staffing, and resource allocation.
- Provide executive status reports to leadership as required during weekly status updates and monthly Program Management Reviews.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Systems, Mechanical, Aerospace, Electrical Engineering or related STEM degree from an accredited university or college.
- 7+ years of experience working in a highly technical, aerospace-related industry.
- 5+ years of experience working in a Systems Engineering position.
- Familiarity with all phases of the SE design process, including requirements development, system and software architecture definition, validation and verification, and system integration activities.
- Experience with ARP 4754A and ability to support System Safety reviews per ARP 4761.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Master’s degree in engineering or related field.
Join Our Team and Enjoy Exceptional Benefits:
- Comprehensive Health Coverage from Day One: Enjoy immediate access to medical, dental, and vision insurance, including HSA and FSA options.
- Generous Retirement Contributions: Benefit from an automatic company 401k contribution program, with no match required, plus an additional company matching program to boost your retirement savings.
- Calm Annual Membership: Prioritize your mental health with complimentary access to mindfulness and meditation resources.
- Discounted ClassPass Membership: Stay active and healthy with access to thousands of fitness studios and gyms nationwide.
- Investment in Your Growth: Receive an annual stipend for learning and development to support your continuous education and skill development
- Engaging Team Activities: Participate in quarterly team-building events and celebrations organized by our dedicated culture committee.
- Fully Stocked Kitchen: Enjoy a variety of snacks and beverages to keep you fueled throughout the day.
- Bonus Eligibility: This role is eligible for an annual bonus program.
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
An employee must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily, and, if requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, if it does not pose undue hardship.
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