Hardware-in-the-Loop (HWIL) Lead

Job Description The Hardware-in-the-Loop (HWIL) Lead will be responsible for the architecture, development, integration, and deployment of NGCM HWIL systems supporting Guidance, Navigation & Control (GNC), avionics, and missile subsystem validation. This role owns the full lifecycle of HWIL system development from requirements definition through integration, test, and customer deployment. Worker Type Regular Key Responsibilities HWIL Architecture & System Design Define HWIL system architecture for NGCM baseline and future variants Draft hardware and software requirements for HWIL drawers and subsystems Develop Interface Control Documents (ICDs), Functional Block Diagrams (FBDs), Wiring Diagrams (WDs), and Test Procedures Ensure configuration control of all HWIL technical data packages (TDPs) Integration & Test Design, build, test, and deploy complete HWIL systems Lead integration of avionics, GEU, seeker, CAS, and propulsion interfaces into HWIL environment Support TRR, ATP, and QTP events Develop validation and verification (V&V) strategies for GNC algorithms Program & Technical Leadership Lead and manage HWIL engineering team (electrical, software, integration) Develop Basis of Estimate (BOE) for new scope and IRAD efforts Support Integrated Master Schedule (IMS) planning and execution Coordinate staffing and resource planning for HWIL activities Customer & Capture Support Interface with Army, RCCTO, and industry partners Support OTA proposals and technical white papers Provide technical inputs for future NGCM derivative capture efforts Travel to partner sites for HWIL deployment and integration support Required Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering (Master's preferred) 8+ years experience in electrical hardware design and avionics integration Direct experience designing, building, and deploying HWIL systems Experience leading small engineering teams Background in missile or hypersonic systems preferred Experience with: Avionics hardware lifecycle management Configuration Management (ECO, DCO, NCR, MRB, ERB processes) Environmental qualification testing (ATP/QTP) OTA proposals and technical capture efforts Strong working knowledge of: Controls systems and GNC integration Electrical system design & hardware integration Technical data package development Desired Qualifications Experience developing HWIL systems for missile flight hardware Familiarity with trajectory analysis, radar modeling, or MATLAB-based analysis tools Prior hiring manager or section lead experience Clearance Level Secret Salary Range $111,500 - $158,025 ITAR Requirement This position requires access to information subject to compliance with the International Traffic Arms Regulations (“ITAR”) and/or the Export Administration Regulations (“EAR”). Applicants must qualify as a U.S. person or be approved for an export license by the governing agency. U.S. citizenship is required. Secret or Top Secret clearance, or the ability to obtain a clearance, is desired. Benefits AV offers an excellent benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401K with company matching, a 9/80 work schedule, and a paid holiday shutdown. Principals Only Principals only need apply. NO agencies please. EEO Statement We are proud to be an EEO/AA Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans. AeroVironment, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr AV