Lead Systems Engineer - Defense - Onsite Position

Job title: Lead Systems Engineer - Defense - Onsite Position

About the Role Lead Systems Engineer at Curtiss-Wright Defense Solutions in Santa Clarita, CA will act as the technical solutions and systems engineering expert, guiding the team and interfacing with customers, suppliers, and CW management. The role emphasizes leading requirements management, documentation, and technical leadership to deliver high-TRL defense solutions.

What You'll Do

• Represent the company as the technical solutions and systems engineering expert to customers, suppliers, and CW management.
• Provide technical guidance to cross-functional program teams.
• Establish a disciplined approach to requirements management, including flow down, decomposition, verification, and documentation.
• Manage requirements changes and advise business leadership on programmatic/contractual decisions.
• Develop comprehensive technical documentation communicating CW's solution to the customer and the Engineering team.
• Report technical status and way forward to varied audiences, including team members and internal/external leadership.
• Identify Systems Engineering knowledge gaps and advise Functional leadership on training/development needs.
• Training planning to enhance team development.
• Convert requirements into solutions that minimize risk while meeting objectives.
• Lead engineering teams to successfully meet customer requirements.

What We're Looking For

• 7 to 10 years of experience at US DoD Primes or at a company that directly supports them.
• Expert knowledge of integrated system hardware/software development, integration and test for deployed military vehicle applications.
• Experience leading and closing major design reviews such as PDR and CDR.
• Expert knowledge of the systems engineering tools DOORS and Cameo.
• Working knowledge of engineering development tools like ClearQuest, JIRA, and Rational Development Tools.
• Ability to operate and debug Linux and VxWorks based computing systems.
• Solid understanding of SOSA and VPX system design standards.
• Solid understanding of serial communication protocols such as MIL-STD-1553, RS422, RS485, RS232, 10G and 100G Gigabit Ethernet, PCIe, USB.
• Solid understanding of the latest processing and graphics solutions.
• Ability to drive clarity to ambiguous requests or requirements.
• Ability to work well in a fast-paced professional office environment.
• Experience conducting System Safety Assessment, Functional Hazard assessment and Failure Mode Effects Analysis is a plus.
• Excellent troubleshooting skills of rugged computing systems is a plus.
• Experience with RTCA/DO-254/DO-178 processes and FAA Certification is a plus.
• BS Computer Science, BS Software Engineering, BS Electrical Engineering preferred.

Nice to Have

• FAA Certification experience is a plus.
• Experience with defense-related development standards and rapid project adaptation.

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary: USD 108,900 - 145,200 per year plus bonus.
• Benefits: Paid Time Off, 401K with Employer Match and Profit Sharing, Health and Wellness Benefits, Learning and Development Opportunities, Referral Program, Competitive Pay, Recognition, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, Inclusive & Supportive Culture.