Job Description

Title: Systems Engineer

Location: Irvine, Ca

Full-Time – Contract

$85k+ DOE

We are seeking a skilled Systems Engineer to support the complete lifecycle of aerospace systems—from initial design through production and long-term sustainment. This role focuses on driving systems engineering excellence across product development, qualification, and ongoing support for operational programs.

Key Responsibilities:

• Define and manage system-level requirements, ensuring alignment with customer expectations and regulatory standards.
• Write change justifications for qualification substantiation, supporting system modifications with technical and compliance rationale.
• Lead or support Root Cause Corrective Actions (RCCA) to resolve technical issues and enhance reliability.
• Support production and sustaining programs, working closely with manufacturing, quality, and supply chain teams to address field issues, implement improvements, and maintain system integrity.
• Develop and execute integration, verification, and validation plans for hardware and software.
• Evaluate design changes for impact on performance, cost, schedule, and maintainability.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve complex system challenges and ensure successful product delivery.
• Participate in design reviews, risk assessments, and trade studies to guide technical decisions.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in aerospace, mechanical, electrical, or systems engineering (or related field).
• Demonstrated experience in systems engineering for complex aerospace products or programs.
• Hands-on experience with sustaining programs or operational product support is highly valued.
• Familiarity with MBSE tools (e.g., Cameo), requirements management tools (e.g., DOORS), and change/configuration management processes.
• Knowledge of RCCA methodologies and production support best practices.
• Understanding of aerospace development standards (e.g., ARP4754, DO-160, IEEE 632, MIL-STD-810).

Desired Skills:

• Strong communication and collaboration skills across disciplines.
• Critical thinker with problem-solving ability and a proactive mindset.
• Comfortable working independently and as part of cross-functional teams.
• Experience with Matlab/Simulink/Simscape is a plus.

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