Director, Systems Engineering

We will be accepting applications through October 25 2026 or until filled.

Director Systems Engineering

Shape the future of connected aviation by leading the systems engineering strategy behind industry-leading airborne connectivity solutions.

At Gogo were transforming how people connect in the sky through innovative aviation connectivity technology. As we continue to expand our portfolio of products and services we rely on strong technical leaders who can align engineering excellence with business strategy to deliver scalable reliable and certifiable solutions for customers worldwide.

As our Director Systems Engineering youll lead the vision strategy and execution of the Systems Engineering organization across multiple programs and product portfolios. Youll partner closely with Product Management Program Management Software Engineering Hardware Engineering Certification Operations and Executive Leadership to ensure customer requirements are translated into innovative high-quality solutions that drive business success.

If youre someone who thrives on building high-performing teams influencing organizational strategy and leading complex engineering initiatives from concept through delivery wed love to meet you.

What Youll Do

• Define and execute the long-term vision strategy and operating model for the Systems Engineering organization
• Lead and develop the Systems Engineering team across multiple product lines and development programs
• Drive the successful execution of system architecture development requirements engineering integration verification validation and certification activities
• Partner with executive leadership and cross-functional stakeholders to align engineering priorities with company objectives
• Influence product strategy through technical leadership architecture guidance and engineering expertise
• Establish and continuously improve systems engineering processes methodologies tools and best practices
• Ensure engineering excellence throughout the full product lifecycle from market opportunity assessment to deployment and support
• Build strong partnerships across Software Engineering Hardware Engineering Product Management Certification and Operations teams to drive execution and business outcomes
• Recruit mentor and develop high-performing engineering leaders and individual contributors
• Lead organizational change initiatives that improve team effectiveness scalability and delivery performance

What Youll Bring

• Bachelors Degree in Engineering or a related technical discipline or equivalent practical experience
• 12 years of experience in systems engineering software engineering hardware engineering avionics or related product development environments
• 7 years of engineering leadership experience including leading managers technical leads and cross-functional teams
• Demonstrated experience developing and executing engineering strategy aligned with organizational objectives
• Deep expertise in systems engineering methodologies requirements management integration verification and validation
• Strong understanding of aerospace development lifecycles and certification processes
• Experience working within regulated environments and industry standards such as DO-178C DO-254 DO-160 ARP4754A and AS9100
• Proven ability to influence executive stakeholders and organizational strategy

Even Better If You Have

You dont need to check every box below. If you bring experience in some of these areas wed especially like to hear from you:

• Experience in telecommunications networking broadband or communications technology industries
• Experience delivering complex connectivity wireless or networked communication systems
• Knowledge of aircraft connectivity systems and aviation communications technologies
• Familiarity with Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) methodologies and tools
• Experience supporting commercial business aviation aerospace or defense programs
• Advanced engineering degree or relevant technical certifications
• Experience driving technical strategy across multi-disciplinary engineering organizations
• Experience leading organizational change and driving continuous process improvement initiatives
• Strong communication collaboration and leadership skills with the ability to align diverse stakeholders around a common vision

Why Gogo

At Gogo were transforming how people connect in the sky.

Our teams build and support technology that powers connectivity aboard business aircraft around the world. That means the work you do here has a destination beyond a screen spreadsheet or meeting; it becomes part of an experience happening thousands of feet above the ground.

Youll work alongside people who know their craft challenge ideas solve difficult problems and care about building what comes next.

Ready to help shape the future of connected aviation Come aboard.

Equal Pay Disclosure(s)

Base Pay :

176000.00 - 220000.00 USD Annual

Target Annual Short-Term Incentive :

Bonus Plan at 20% (% of Annualized Base Pay)

Eligible for Incentive Stock Program :

Yes

Benefits :

Gogo offers competitive benefits including medical dental and vision coverage with plans that can fit each employees needs. We offer an immediate vesting 401k plan paid time off and volunteer time off. Employees have the option to participate in an Employee Stock Purchase Plan. Visit the Careers page on our website for more information at --- ---

Gogo is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer working in compliance with both federal and state laws. We are committed to the concept of Equal Employment opportunity.

Qualified candidates will beconsidered for employment regardless of race color religion age sex national origin marital status medical condition or disability.

The EEO is the law and is available here . Gogoparticipates in E-Verify ( English and ). Right to Work Statement( English and ).

Required Experience:

Director