Systems Engineer II

Summary The Systems Engineer II works with our Design team to develop a variety of innovative Unmanned Systems for defense and commercial applications. This position will interact with Controls Engineers to allocate requirements and develop architectures to drive simulation models. These development efforts will generally be small focused design teams, which will require engineers to use a range of skills and tools across traditional engineering, computer science, and mathematical disciplines. Because of the nature of the development efforts, the engineer will need to work on a variety of stages of development including requirements definition, concept design, prototyping, detailed design, validation and verification testing. Position Responsibilities Provide weekly status of system development progress with requirements burn down. Allocate requirements to subsystems and coordinate engineering. Evaluate system performance thresholds and provide direction. Develop instrumented flight test vectors and data acquisition. Define system Build in Test for fault detection, isolation, and recovery. Define ground system warnings, cautions, and notifications. Assist in requirements and specification reviews. Prototype autonomous systems and validate designs through purpose‑designed experiments. Support design and analysis tasks using AeroVironment and industry-developed tools. Provide input for model development and simulation analysis. Write system requirements, system test plans, and assist in validation testing. Perform a variety of engineering support activities on R&D projects. Document work and assist with the transition of new capabilities, technologies, and prototypes into a production development environment. Work on problems of moderate scope where analysis requires a review of intangibles. Apply company policies and procedures to resolve a variety of issues. Work within specific requirements to complete tasks under moderate supervision. Provide general guidance and assistance to associate and Level I engineers. Other duties as assigned. Basic Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Mathematics, Computer Science/Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Aerospace, or Mechanical Engineering (or equivalent). 2–5 years of experience in a systems engineering role; aerospace systems engineering preferred. Familiarity with C/C++ and MATLAB. Familiarity with office software and computer‑based productivity tools. Interest in creating architectures using Model‑Based Engineering tools. Other Qualifications & Desired Competencies Knowledge of Simulink, Ansys, and Solidworks (preferred). Familiarity with Python or ROS (Robot Operating System) and aircraft terminology (preferred). Understanding of control theory and transform functions (helpful). Aerospace systems engineering experience (preferred). Exposure to guidance navigation and control systems along with modeling, simulation, and control, and model‑based systems engineering (helpful but not required). Ability to develop and enhance professional expertise. Excel in a fast‑paced, deadline‑driven environment where small teams share a broad variety of duties. Display strong initiative and drive to accomplish goals and meet company objectives. Takes ownership and responsibility for current and past work products. Show effective problem‑solving, analytical, interpersonal, and communication skills. Focus on teamwork and collaboration, putting the success of the team above one’s own interests. Physical Demands Ability to work in an office and manufacturing environment (constant). Required to sit and stand for long periods; talk, hear, and use hands and fingers to operate a computer and telephone keyboard (frequent). ITAR Requirement This position requires access to information that is subject to compliance with the International Traffic Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or the Export Administration Regulations (EAR). In order to comply with the requirements of the ITAR and/or the EAR, applicants must qualify as a U.S. person under the ITAR and the EAR, or a person to be approved for an export license by the governing agency whose technology comes under its jurisdiction. A U.S. person is a U.S. citizen, U.S. lawful permanent resident, or protected individual such as a refugee or asylee. Positions may also require current U.S. Citizenship due to contract requirements. Equal Opportunity Employer AeroVironment is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Qualified applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic data, sexual orientation, gender identity, or other legally protected status. Benefits AV offers an excellent benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with company matching, a 9/80 work schedule, and a paid holiday shutdown. Salary Salary range: $79,037 – $112,035. #J-18808-Ljbffr 6AM City, LLC