Are you a Systems Engineering leader with a passion for research and development Defense projects?
As the Systems Engineering Manager, you will oversee a talented team responsible for systems test, requirements management, and system administration while driving innovation through R&D road mapping. This role requires a strategic mindset, strong technical expertise, and proven leadership capabilities. You'll be in a position to grow into the VP of Engineering either at this business or one of their sister companies.
As the Systems Engineering Manager, your key responsibilities will include:
- Define and execute strategic plans for R&D and systems engineering, ensuring alignment with company objectives.
- Provide leadership to cross-functional teams, managing and mentoring a group of Systems Test Engineers, Systems Requirements Engineers, and a System Administrator.
- Oversee and refine systems engineering processes, including requirements management, to improve efficiency, quality, and compliance with industry standards such as DO-254, DO-178C, MIL-STD-810, and MIL-STD-461.
- Drive R&D initiatives, collaborating with engineering and management to define technical roadmaps and manage quality, intellectual property, and bid management processes.
- Support customer interactions, focusing on military avionics and delivering innovative, compliant solutions.
The ideal Systems Engineering Manager will have:
- Bachelor's degree in Systems, Electrical, Mechanical, or Aerospace Engineering (or equivalent).
- 10+ years of experience in systems engineering, with 5+ years in leadership roles.
- Ideally have experience with standards such as DO-254, DO-178C, MIL-STD-810, and ARP4754A.
- Strong understanding of Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) tools like Cameo and requirements management tools like DOORS. Labview experience is also a plus.
The successful Systems Engineering Manager will be based Full time on site, 9/80 work schedule with some flexibility around one day working from home each week. Please apply today and we will reach out to relevant candidates in 24-48 hours.