Principal Systems (I&T) Engineer
Company: Airbus Defense and Space
Location: Merritt Island
Posted on: March 16, 2023
Job Description:
Airbus U.S. Space & Defense, Inc offers advanced solutions to
meet the most complex U.S. defense, security, space, and
intelligence requirements. Celebrating over 50 years in the US, we
remain a trusted government partner, leveraging world-class
satellite, laser communication, rotor and fixed wing solutions to
help our national security, defense and space focused customers
meet their missions. Airbus U.S. looks to employ a commitment
driven team, dedicated to enabling our customer's mission success.
We are committed to maintaining a diverse and inclusive work
environment and a welcoming and engaging staff. With competitive
compensation and superior employee benefits, as well as a
commitment to fostering individual career growth, Airbus U.S. is
the place where top talent wants to work. Position Summary: Airbus
U.S. is looking for an enthusiastic and creative Principal I&T
Engineer to develop solutions for satellite integration and test.
We're looking for candidates who can bring exceptional engineering
skills and strong experience in aerospace programs to the team.
Position Responsibilities: The Principal I&T Engineer's primary
responsibility will beleading development and executing I&T
activities for the Airbus U.S.'s satellite flight hardware,
flatsats, HWIL/SWILs, and simulators. This engineer will be
involved in the full lifecycle of development, from requirements
definition through operations.Being at the cutting edge of space
technology, we need someone who is eager to learn, grow, and take
on new and potentially unfamiliar challenges. There is no shortage
of fascinatingproblems to solve. The Principal I&T Engineer
will provide autonomous support of complex assignments and
technical leadership of other I&T engineers, under the
leadership of the Systems Engineering Manager. The Principal
I&T Engineer will have project and subject matter
responsibility and authority. Integration and Test 75%
- Develop and execute various tests pertaining to the AirbusUS
satellite platforms, including ARROW platform to meet customer
requirements:
- Create test plans and procedures for various levels of
assembly: unit, module, subsystem, platform, satellite. Includes
testing such as functional, environmental, compatibility
- Develop and interact with the Flatsats and other I&T means
to test functionality and performance
- Develop test sequences that demonstrate compliance with various
interface specifications at both the subsystem and satellite, and
systems level
- Work with the AirbusUS and OneWeb Satellites engineers to
develop and perform V&V tasks that ensure compatibility and
performance of various 3rd party equipment with the modified ARROW
platform, as well as new satellite programs
- Assist in ensuring maximum reuse of the existing ARROW product
and identify need for modification
- Support the development of subsystem level requirements and
requirement flow-down to the various components and parts as
necessary - in all phases of the development lifecycle with
particular emphasis on Design for Cost/Design for
Manufacturability/Design for Test approaches
- Ensure the maximum reuse of the existing Airbus heritage
products and if necessary identify need for modification
- Drive multiple design activities (programs or mission) - could
lead to spacecraft, payload, satellite bus, and/or launch
integration activities; Roadmap Development 15%
- Support Airbus spacecraft development product roadmap: includes
design adjustments, schedule, and cost targets aligned for future
business captures.
- Support the definition of spacecraft customization process for
customer mission needs. Additional Responsibilities 10%
- Perform all the necessary C&DH system engineering
activities to build, to maintain and to evolve the Airbus
spacecraft products.
- Promote and optimize cost savings by reuse of the heritage
platform designs and manufacturing infrastructures in the pursuit
of various constellation prospects. Qualified Experience / Skills /
Training: Education:
- Bachelor's degree in STEM (Science, Technical, Engineering,
Math) or related scientific areas.
- Preferred: Master's in STEM (Science, Technical, Engineering,
Math) or related scientific areas. Experience:
- A minimum of 15 years with a Bachelor's degree, or 12 years
with a Master's degree
- Proven track-record of working with aerospace hardware and/or
software systems, starting from conceptual designs and tradeoffs
thru detailed design, development, manufacture, integration, test,
deployment, and operations. Knowledge, Skills, Demonstrated
Capabilities:
- Demonstrated ability to participate in cross-functional
planning, coordination, and task execution situations involving the
full spectrum of engineering and integration activities
- Proficiency with various I&T engineering tools and
processes
- Familiarity with elements of space mission architectures
extending beyond the satellite platform - including launch, flight
operations, mission CONOPS, user interfaces, etc.
- Communicate in a clear and concise manner effectively across
multiple levels.
- Be team-minded and ready to work in a multi-functional and
multi-cultural, fast-moving and complex/technical environment.
- Flexible attitude and strong initiative.
- Demonstrated ability to deliver results. Travel Required:
- If based in Merritt Island, Florida: periodic travel (less than
20%) to US Airbus facilities or partner companies
- If not based in Merritt Island, Florida: significant travel to
Merritt Island, FL (at least 50% during I&T activities)
- Occasional International travel to collaborate with European
Airbus counterparts Eligibility: US Citizenship Clearance: Ability
to obtain and maintain a Government security clearance Active DoD
security clearance at Secret or above highly desirable
Organizational information: Direct Reports: Exempt: 0 Non-exempt: 0
Physical Requirements:
- Vision: able to see and read computer screen and other
electronic equipment with screens, able to read documents.
- Hearing: able to hear to participate in conversations in person
and via teleconference or phone and to hear sounds including safety
warnings or alarms.
- Equipment Operation (personal computer, telephone, copies, fax
machine, and related office equipment and using electronic
identification card to enter building floors and internal doors):
able to operate most office and personal electronic equipment.
- Carrying: able to carry documents, electronic equipment and/or
supplies up to 40lbs/9kg.
- Lifting: able to lift documents, electronic equipment and/or
supplies up to 40lbs/9kg.
- Sitting: able to sit for long periods of time in meetings,
working on computer.
- Squatting / Kneeling: able to occasionally squat or kneel to
retrieve or replace items shelved on bottom shelves.
- Standing: able to stand for long periods of time.
- Walking: able to walk through office and outside areas
including uneven surfaces. Equal Opportunity: Airbus U.S. Space &
Defense, Inc. is committed to creating a diverse environment and is
proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants
will receive consideration for employment without regard to race,
color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual
orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran
status. Airbus U.S. Space & Defense, Inc. is also committed to
compliance with all fair employment practices regarding citizenship
and immigration status. As a leader in our field, Airbus U.S. Space
& Defense, Inc. provides relocation assistance for qualified
positions and a comprehensive compensation and benefits package. As
a matter of policy, Airbus U.S. Space & Defense, Inc. does not
sponsor visas for US positions unless specified. Only applicants
with current work authorization will be considered. Airbus U.S.
Space & Defense, Inc. does not offer tenured or guaranteed
employment. Employment with Airbus U.S. Space & Defense, Inc. is at
will, meaning either the company or the employee can terminate the
employment relationship at any time, with or without cause, with or
without notice. Company Website: www.airbusus.com Job Posted by
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