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Thales · 1 day ago

Systems Engineer - Aerospace

Syracuse, NY

Full-time

Hybrid

Senior Level

$113K/yr - $189K/yr

5+ years exp

Thales is a leading company in the aerospace sector, dedicated to providing innovative solutions for air traffic control and unmanned aircraft systems. They are seeking a Systems Engineer - Aerospace to contribute to the development of system solutions, ensuring compliance with customer requirements and applicable standards throughout the solution lifecycle.

AerospaceCyber SecurityIndustrial ManufacturingMilitaryRemote SensingSecurityTransportation

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Analyze and understand customer needs and lifecycle considerations using appropriate methods such as studies, simulations, models, mock-ups, or prototypes. Contribute to the definition of mission and functional descriptions, architectural inputs, and system requirements in collaboration with the Product Design Authority (PDA)

Develop and maintain system specifications, engineering plans, and activity allocations required to support solution development. Assemble and integrate solution elements in a structured and controlled manner to evaluate system behavior, interactions, and performance, ensuring requirements are met

Prepare and support system integration, verification, and validation (IVV) test plans and contribute to test execution and release reporting to confirm compliance with customer requirements and expected system behavior. Support the change management process by assessing impacts, updating documentation, and contributing to implementation activities as required

Contribute to demonstrating that the solution satisfies approved operational needs and that system data packages are complete and ready for release to operations and support

Provide technical contributions to systems architecture and systems engineering management activities, as appropriate to role scope

Support formal design reviews and contribute to the preparation of technical documentation and R&D deliverables. Develop and maintain Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to support consistent and repeatable engineering practices

Qualification

Systems EngineeringNetwork ManagementCybersecurityData AnalysisWindows AdministrationLinux AdministrationTechnical DocumentationProject ManagementAnalytical ThinkingCommunication SkillsOrganizational SkillsProblem-SolvingAttention to DetailTeam Collaboration

Required

Bachelor's degree in Systems Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Software Engineering, or a related technical field with 5+ years of relevant experience, or a Master's degree in a related field with 4+ years of relevant software and/or electrical development experience. Applicable IT, cybersecurity, or related technical certifications, or equivalent military technical experience, may be considered in lieu of some formal education requirements

At least five years of professional experience in systems engineering, network management, IT, cybersecurity, or a closely related technical discipline. Working knowledge of network and computer troubleshooting techniques and the ability to support issue identification and resolution

Solid understanding of computer systems, including basic administration and operation of Windows and Linux environments. Working knowledge of data analysis methods and tools, such Python, to support engineering analysis and validation activities

Experience supporting complex projects or programs involving multiple stakeholders, competing priorities, and tight deadlines. Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across technical and non-technical teams

Good organizational and time management skills, with the ability to manage assigned tasks and deliverables reliably. Strong sense of quality and attention to detail, ensuring accuracy and consistency in technical work products

Disciplined, structured, and systematic thinker with solid analytical and problem-solving abilities

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States for any employer at the time of hire. This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship or for assuming sponsorship of an employment visa now or in the future

Preferred

Working knowledge of the national airspace system and/or an understanding of unmanned aircraft systems

Experience working on technology-centered programs for US Federal Gov't Agencies (with a strong preference for FAA, DoD/DoW and/or DHS)

Experience working in a service-oriented or operational environment within aerospace, aviation, defense, transportation, unmanned systems (drones), or IT-related sectors. Foundational knowledge of aeronautical and Air Traffic Management (ATM) systems, data, and operational environments, including awareness of relevant industry standards, safety culture, and regulatory considerations

Experience supporting the integration and deployment of complex, ground-based radar or sensor systems, under established engineering and operational guidance. Hands-on experience configuring and administering IT and network equipment, such as routers, switches, gateways, bridges, access points, modems, hubs, and repeaters

Exposure to cloud computing platforms (e.g., AWS or Azure) in support, development, or operational contexts. Working knowledge of IT Service Management (ITSM) frameworks and processes, such as ITIL, including incident, problem, and change management concepts

Relevant IT, cybersecurity, or cloud certifications preferred, but not required. Experience working within Agile development environments, collaborating with cross-functional teams and participating in iterative delivery cycles

Benefits

Elective Health, Dental, Vision, FSA/HSA, Voluntary Life and AD&D, Whole Group Life w/LTC, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Accident Insurance, Legal Plan, Identity Theft, and Pet Insurance

Retirement Savings Plan after 30 days of employment with a company contribution and a match, and with no vesting period

Company paid holidays and Paid Time Off

Company provided Life Insurance, AD&D, Disability, Employee Assistance Plan, and Well-being Program