Air Vehicle Systems Engineer, Hardware Verification, Integration & Validation

Position Overview V&V System Engineer for a Group 5 autonomous aircraft. Responsible for hardware verification and execution across the full product lifecycle— from design verification testing (DVT) through environmental qualification, production acceptance, and ground & flight test. Ensures all hardware meets system level requirements and technical performance metrics before fielding, and plans, executes, and documents verification activities in accordance with the Systems Engineering Management Plan (SEMP). Responsibilities Execute hardware verification throughout the product lifecycle. Plan and conduct design verification testing, environmental qualification, and production acceptance testing. Document verification results and maintain compliance with the SEMP. Required Qualifications Education : B.S. in aerospace, mechanical, electrical, or a related engineering or technical field. Experience : 3+ years in systems engineering, hardware qualification, or test & evaluation within aerospace, defense, or similarly regulated industries. Direct support of environmental qualification testing for electronic or electromechanical hardware (e.g., LRUs, avionics, actuators). Technical Knowledge : Working knowledge of MIL-STD-810, MIL-STD-461, MIL-STD-464, and MIL-STD-704. Familiarity with verification methods (Test, Analysis, Demonstration, Inspection) and traceability of system-level requirements. Ability to interpret qualification test reports, certificates of conformance, and supplier technical data packages. Process & Methodology : Experience in V&V planning, developing verification cross‑reference matrices, test plans, and evidence packages. Understanding of Qualification by Similarity (QBS) methodology and the system engineering V‑model. Tools : Proficiency with requirements management tools (Jama, DOORS, Polarion). Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint). Other : U.S. citizenship required. Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. security clearance. Preferred Qualifications 5+ years in hardware qualification or environmental test engineering. Experience with DO-160 and cross‑referencing results against MIL-STD-810/461. Knowledge of MIL‑HDBK‑310 and its application to operational environment definition. Hands‑on experience directing environmental testing at a qualification lab. Experience with Foundry, Confluence, or similar platforms for tracking qualification status. Experience in airworthiness or safety‑of‑flight qualification programs. Familiarity with AS9100 or equivalent quality management systems. Prior work on UAS, tactical aircraft, or similar defense platforms. Active Secret clearance or higher. Benefits Competitive salary range: $166,000 – $220,000 USD. Salary offers may vary based on experience and qualifications. Equities and a comprehensive benefits package are included for full‑time employees. #J-18808-Ljbffr Dormont Manufacturing Co