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Principal Systems Engineer

Principal Systems Engineer

ALTEN Technology USASimi Valley, CA, US
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Job Description

Job Description

We're ALTEN Technology USA, an engineering company helping clients bring groundbreaking ideas to life—from advancing space exploration and life-saving medical devices to building autonomous electric vehicles. With 3,000+ experts across North America, we partner with leading companies in aerospace, medical devices, robotics, automotive, commercial vehicles, EVs, rail, and more.

As part of the global ALTEN Group—57,000+ engineers in 30 countries—we deliver across the entire product development cycle, from consulting to full project outsourcing.

When you join ALTEN Technology USA, you'll collaborate on some of the world's toughest engineering challenges, supported by mentorship, career growth opportunities, and comprehensive benefits. We take pride in fostering a culture where employees feel valued, supported, and inspired to grow.

The Principal Systems Engineer is considered a subject matter expert in the discipline. One demonstrates visionary & professional concepts in developing resolution to critical issues and broad design matters pertaining to the development of a variety of innovative Unmanned Systems for defense and commercial applications. The Principal Systems Engineer leads a group of other engineers in technical projects with the goal of analyzing all parts of a system to make sure each component is performing as it should. Because of the nature of the development efforts, the Principal Engineer will have a hand in a variety of stages of development including requirements definition, concept design, prototyping, detailed design, validation and verification testing.

Position Responsibilities

  • Lead Systems development using Model Based Systems Engineering tools (Matlab, others)
  • Evaluate and modify System Simulation models to scope requirements & identify tolerances
  • Create model based Systems Test strategy based on flight envelope that includes corner cases
  • Provide design direction for Aircraft Instrumentation and data analysis based on Model performance
  • Provide subsystem feedback and direction to Aeromechanical, Electrical, GN&C and Software
  • Plan, develop and oversee requirements traceability and evolution through the development cycle
  • Provides multi-layered technical expertise for next-generation initiatives
  • Conceives system interfaces and prototypes
  • Develops, configures and oversees the upgrade, enhancements, fixes and sustainability
  • Defines system specifications, input / output and working parameters for overall compatibility
  • Identifies, analyzes and resolves system design weaknesses. Influences the shaping of future products by contributing to the framework (architecture) used across multiple products or systems
  • Makes complex design decisions to meet stated and derived requirements and demonstrates expert knowledge of appropriate design, analysis and simulation tools and validation techniques
  • Creates designs for success that addresses evolution and future concepts, products and / or technologies
  • Work independently and provide technical supervision across disciplines
  • Transfers knowledge for both professional and technical career development
  • Other duties as assigned

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills & Experience)

  • Bachelor's degree in Mathematics, Computer Science / Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Aerospace, or Mechanical Engineering is required or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience
  • 10+ years of related experience in architecting, modifying and supporting aircraft avionics & flight control systems. Preferred aerospace and / or UAV experience including aircraft avionics, ISR payloads and their interfaces
  • Proficiency with C / C++ and Matlab required
  • Proficiency with office software and computer based productivity tools
  • Has managed requirements traceability and evolution through the system development cycle
  • Demonstrated experience in providing effective weekly status of system development progress with requirements burn down
  • Has successfully developed systems test plans, procedures and reports and reviewed and interpreted customer specification
  • Experienced in writing Systems Safety protocols and ensuring personnel safety during field testing
  • Must be able to understand all of the components of a system and how they interact with each other, making sure the system parts work correctly together and delegate to one's team when and how something needs to fixed to keep the system working smoothly
  • Other Qualifications & Desired Competencies

  • Advanced degree is preferred
  • Experienced in taking a product from concept to production with contract manufacturers is preferred
  • Exposure to Guidance Navigation and Control Systems along with Modeling Simulation and Control is preferred
  • Exposure to Model Based Systems Engineering is helpful but not required
  • Demonstrated understanding of Aircraft Terminology is a plus as is familiarity with Python or ROS (Robot Operating System)
  • Knowledge of Simulink, Ansys and Solidworks preferred
  • Able to excel in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment, where small teams share a broad variety of duties
  • Displays strong initiative and drive to accomplish goals and meet company objectives
  • Takes ownership and responsibility for current and past work products
  • Is committed to learning from mistakes and driven to improve and enhance performance of oneself, others, and the company
  • Has effective problem-solving, analytical, interpersonal and communication skills
  • Focuses on teamwork, collaboration and puts the success of the team above one's own interests
  • Salary Range : $150,000-170,000

    The actual salary offered is dependent on various factors including, but not limited to, location, the candidate's combination of job-related knowledge, qualifications, skills, education, training, and experience

    MANDATORY FOR ALL REMOTE / HYBRID AND / OR CALIFORNIA, COLORADO, MARYLAND, CONNECTICUT, ILLINOIS, MINNESOTA, VERMONT, MASSACHUSETTS, NEVADA, NEW YORK, RHODE ISLAND, WASHINGTON STATE & CINCINNATI, OHIO, JERSEY CITY, NEW JERSEY, TOLEDO, OHIO BASED ROLES.

    Note : Due to the nature of the work, only US Persons (citizens or permanent residents) need apply for this position.

    ALTEN Technology is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our Policy is to extend opportunities to qualified applicants and employees on an equal basis regardless of an individual's age, race, color, sex, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity / expression or veteran status.

    Please beware of job seeker scams and see this important notice on our careers page for more information about our recruiting process.

    Compliance Notice : Alten USA is a federal contractor subject to the requirements of the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRAA) and Executive Order 11246. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

    Drug Screening Requirement : As a federal contractor, Alten USA maintains a drug-free workplace. All candidates selected for employment will be required to successfully complete a pre-employment drug screening as a condition of hire.

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