Palomar Products, Inc. · 3 months ago
Systems Engineer (onsite)
Rancho Santa Margarita, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level, Lead/Staff, Director/Executive
$166K/yr - $179K/yr
1+ years expPalomar Products is seeking a Systems Engineer to support the development of their next-generation Intercom System for military aerospace platforms. This role will involve driving system-level requirements, architecture development, and design coordination, as well as defining test requirements and ensuring compliance with certification objectives. The Systems Engineer will play a critical role in the integration and verification process across various engineering disciplines.
AerospaceInformation TechnologyManufacturing
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Define, analyze, and manage system-level requirements, interface definitions, and system architecture using Cameo Systems Modeler and SysML as part of a model-based systems engineering (MBSE) approach
Translate system requirements into testable verification objectives and define clear system test requirements in coordination with the test engineering team
Support the development and maintenance of core system documents including the System Specification, Interface Control Documents (ICDs), Requirements Traceability Verification Matrices (RTVM), System Test Plans and Procedures, and Qualification Test Plans and procedures
Guide the integration and verification process across hardware, firmware, software, and test engineering disciplines to ensure traceability and compliance to safety-critical standards
Support system and sub-system test execution, test readiness reviews (TRR), and issue resolution throughout integration and qualification
Contribute to system-level analyses, trade studies, and risk mitigation strategies as the product transitions from design to test and production
Ensure system development aligns with applicable standards including DO-178C, DO-254, MIL-STD-810, MIL-STD-461, and cybersecurity compliance guidelines (e.g., NIST 800)
Actively participate in milestone reviews (SRR, PDR, CDR, TRR, FCA, PCA) and provide input to program schedules and configuration management
Qualification
Required
Experience developing and managing system and test requirements through the full product lifecycle
Familiarity with verification planning, test requirement development, and supporting system test execution
Proficiency with requirements management (e.g., Visure, DOORS) and MBSE tools (e.g., Cameo, SysML)
Understanding of safety-critical development standards such as DO-178C and DO-254
Strong analytical and technical communication skills
Bachelor's degree in Systems Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related discipline and 1-3 years' experience
3+ years of relevant experience in systems engineering, preferably in embedded systems, avionics, or defense applications
6+ years of relevant experience in systems engineering, preferably in embedded systems, avionics, or defense applications
8+ years of relevant experience in systems engineering, preferably in embedded systems, avionics, or defense applications
Proficiency in various operating systems such as Windows, Linux, or Unix
Strong understanding of networking principles such as TCP/IP, Ethernet, UDP and applicable security measures
Experience with virtualization technologies such as VMware and cloud computing platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google cloud
Proficiency with scripting languages such as python and automation tools such as LabVIEW
Experience in DO-178C/DO-254 processes and deliverables
Able to analyze complex technical issues, identify root causes, and develop effective solutions
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Able to plan, execute, and monitor projects including resources and timelines
Interfaces with third party suppliers and derives best technical solutions
Owns technical delivery on a phased gate development process
Able to derive requirements traceability and architecture using tools such as Cameo, Visure, DOORS, or JAMA
Due to export control laws and government contract obligations, must be a US Citizen
Preferred
Experience in military or aerospace programs supporting system verification and test
Exposure to embedded OS, RTOS architectures, or embedded firmware/software integration
Familiarity with FPGA logic, electrical and mechanical interface management, and system-level integration
Company
Palomar Products, Inc.
Founded in 1970 and located in Santa Margarita, CA, Palomar Products is a global leader in highly reliable secure intercommunications systems for airborne and naval military applications.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageCompany data provided by crunchbase