Systems Engineer

ANPC is a global supplier of precision approach guidance and area surveillance solutions aimed at improving the safety and capacity of civil and military aviation for customers on all seven continents. Our transponder-based solutions are designed to serve airfields where others cannot. We are a team of extraordinary professionals working together to perform an important mission to uniquely serve airports with terrain, obstacles and other challenges that no other business can provide.

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Job SummaryAs a Systems Engineer, you will drive full-lifecycle product development across the complete Systems Engineering V-model. You will lead early-stage concept definition, operational use-case development, and safety-critical requirements decomposition, extending through hardware and software integration, system verification and validation, and formal FAA and international civil aviation certification.
Essential Job FunctionsDrive the systems development life cycle through iterative V-model execution, balancing rigorous system decomposition with continuous, incremental integration and verification.Evaluate customer and operational needs to define performance, functional, and safety requirements, partitioning systems into independent hardware and software architectures.Establish and maintain top-down and bottom-up requirements traceability from top-level system specifications down to allocated subsystem modules using tools like DOORS or Jama.Perform comprehensive system safety assessments including FHA, PSSA, SSA, and FMEA to assign Development Assurance Levels in alignment with SAE ARP4754A and ARP4761 guidelines.Develop, execute, and document system verification test plans and automated scripts to validate modular components up to full system-level integration.Allocate lower-level requirements across multidisciplinary engineering functions including hardware, software, and RF to ensure technical alignment throughout all product lifecycle stages.Prepare technical evidence baselines and compliance documentation for formal FAA and international civil airworthiness certification activities.
Education and Work Experience RequirementsBS degree in Aerospace Engineering, Systems Engineering, or a related technical equivalent.At least 5 years of professional systems engineering experience, preferably in the aerospace or defense sector.Demonstrated experience applying the Systems Engineering V-Model within iterative Product Lifecycle frameworks.Professional experience with product certifications; FAA certification experience is highly preferred.
Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Other CharacteristicsExceptional ability to read, write, and interpret technical documents (contracts, manuals, corporate documents) and communicate effectively with management, customers, and internal teams.A positive, professional approach to problem-solving and a commitment to incorporating company values into all responsibilities.
Nice to have:Demonstrated experience in software development and a familiarity with software architecture.Proven ability to develop and partition complex hardware and software architectures.Practical experience with software/hardware development guidelines, specifically:Software: RTCA DO-178C / RTCA DO-278AHardware: RTCA DO-254Safety/Systems: ARP4761A
Due to the sensitive nature of the information and projects handled at this facility, this position requires U.S. citizenship. Candidates must be U.S. citizens to be considered for this role.
Physical DemandsThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Essential functions may require maintaining the physical condition necessary for sitting, walking or standing for periods of time; operating a computer and keyboard; talk and hear at normal room levels; using hands to finger, grasp, and feel; repetitive motion; close visual acuity to prepare and analyze data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; extensive reading; lift, push, carry, or pull up to 20 pounds. While traveling, work will be conducted outdoors, which may involve exposure to varying weather conditions including rain, snow, heat and cold. The role may require physical activity including lifting equipment, climbing ladders and navigating uneven terrain.
Work environmentThe work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job in both office and field settings. The noise level in the office work environment is usually quiet to moderate, with exposure to typical office equipment such as computers, printers, and telephones. In contrast, the fieldwork environment at customer sites may vary significantly, with exposure to high-traffic areas and the need to adhere to strict safety protocols. Employees will collaborate with diverse teams, including engineers and airport personnel, in various cultural settings, enhancing adaptability and communication skills. The role requires flexibility to work in different environments, often under varying conditions, while maintaining a focus on safety and efficiency.
In addition to base pay, our competitive total rewards package consists of:401(k) plan with match with immediate vesting.Comprehensive suite of insurance benefits for employees (and their families) to include a variety of medical plan options (including an HSA with employer contribution), dental, vision, life and disability insurance, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Legal/Identity support plans, pet insurance.Access to Flexible Spending Accounts (Medical and Dependent Care). xzbcwsv Generous paid time off including 4 weeks of vacation per year, 11 paid company holidays, which includes a winter company shutdown from Christmas to New Year’s.