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Lead Systems Engineer-Defense-Onsite Position

Our **_Santa Clarita, CA_** facility has rewarding opportunity for a Lead Systems Engineer to join our team!

As our **Lead Systems Engineer** you will be at the forefront of Engineering team Providing technical guidance and expertise and leading the team to successfully fulfill the customer requirements.

**Salary Range:** $140,000.00 - $ 200,000.00 USD annual per year plus bonus

Please note that the salary range information provided is a general guideline only, reflecting a position based in California. Criteria such as the candidate’s qualifications and relevant experience, the scope of the specific position, as well as market and business considerations will be evaluated when extending an offer.

Your Challenge:

+ Representing the company as the technical solutions and systems engineering ​expert to customers, suppliers, and CW management

+ Leading engineering teams to successfully meet customer ​

+ Providing technical guidance to cross functional program teams

+ Establishing a disciplined approach to requirements management, including flow down, decomposition, verification, and documentation

+ Managing requirements changes, including ability to discern whether a change is in or out of scope, and advise business leadership on programmatic/contractual decisions

+ Developing comprehensive technical documentation that clearly communicates CW’s solution to the customer and the Engineering team.

+ Reporting technical status and way forward to varied audiences , including team members and internal/external leadership

+ Identifying Systems Engineering knowledge gaps and advise Functional leadership on Training/development needs

+ Training planning to enhance team development

+ Converting requirements into solutions that minimize risk while meeting objectives

What You Bring:

+ Min10 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

+ Extensive experience managing requirements baseline, including change management

+ Experience leading and closing major design reviews such as PDR and CDR

+ Exceptional problem-solving skills

+ 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

+ Excellent troubleshooting skills of rugged computing systems

+ Demonstrated ability to lead in a team environment

+ 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

+ Solid understanding of the latest processing and graphics solutions is a plus

+ Ability to operate and debug Linux and VxWorks based computing systems is a plus

+ Previous experience in RTCA/DO-254/DO-178 processes and FAA Certification is a plus

+ BS Computer Science, BS Software Engineering, BS Electrical Engineering preferred

Who We Are:

Our Values (https://www.curtisswright.com/company/sustainability/core-values/default.aspx)

Environmental, Social and Governance

The Curtiss-Wright Defense Solutions facility in Santa Clarita, California is the center of excellence for hardware level system integration and advanced package design.

Integrated Systems in Santa Clarita prides itself on experience, expertise, and low risk solutions. Our primary focus is understanding the technical challenges our customers face and creating partnerships in order to provide a high TRL solution.

For more information visit: Santa Clarita, California | Curtiss-Wright Defense Solutions (curtisswrightds.com)

_No unsolicited agency submittals please. Agency partners must be invited to participate in a search by our_ **_Talent Acquisition Team ([email protected])_** _and have signed terms in place prior to any submittal. Resumes submitted directly to any Curtiss-Wright employee or affiliate will not qualify for fee payment, and therefore become the property of Curtiss-Wright._

Compliance Statement

This position may require exposure to export-controlled information and subject to additional security screening. In the event information provided during the security screening reveals ineligibility to access export-controlled information, any offer of employment may be reconsidered or withdrawn.

Curtiss-Wright is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, sexual orientation, gender identity, physical or mental disability, age, ancestry, legally protected medical condition, family care status, marital status, religion, veteran status, national origin, or any other legally protected status. If you require accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact Talent Acquisition. ([email protected])

For US Applicants: EEO is The Law – click here for more information. (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster)

If you require accommodation due to a disability at any time during the recruitment and/or assessment process, please contact Talent Acquisition ([email protected]) and we will make all reasonable efforts to accommodate your request.

Join the WRIGHT Team!

Over 95 years of growth, Curtiss-Wright is an integrated, market-facing global diversified industrial company and remains a technology leader through this legacy of innovation. Through three well-balanced segments – Aerospace & Industrial, Defense Electronics and Naval & Power, we remain focused on advanced technologies for high performance platforms and critical applications. Diversity, commitment to excellence and dedication to the spirit of pioneering innovation continue to drive the employees of Curtiss-Wright.

Our Values

What makes a world-class organization? It all begins with core values that provide a strong foundation for success. Simple in theory, the values of Curtiss-Wright are reflected in every aspect of our operations. To our employees, these are more than words on a wall – we all take these values to heart in our relationships with our customers and each other.

Leadership

We lead based on vision and strategic direction, empowering employees to reach goals through thoughtful and decisive action.

Customer Focus

We are committed to achieving total quality by meeting our customers’ expectations and delivering products and services in a timely fashion.

Teamwork & Trust

Working in a spirit of trust and collaboration, we actively encourage employees to contribute their ideas and innovations to keep our company moving forward.

Respect for People

We believe that people are our most valuable asset and will always do the right thing in our dealings and interactions with all employees.

Integrity

We will act with the highest integrity in all of our business relationships and strategic partnerships.

What We Offer Our Employees:

**Opportunity:** As part of the Curtiss-Wright team, you have the opportunity each day to transform the way customers do business, as well as transform your career. Our entrepreneurial environment provides you with excellent experiences that enable you to develop your skills through stretch assignments and the opportunity to work with the best talent in the industry. You will have the opportunity to contribute from day one!

**Challenging Work:** The work we do here is not only challenging, but it is meaningful to our customers, our employees and the communities in which they live and work. You are given the chance to work on some of the most advanced technology projects in the world. Now that something to be proud of!

**Collaborative Environment:** The teamwork among our exceptionally talented people enables us to deliver some of the most advanced solutions to our customers.