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AV · 12 hours ago

Systems Engineer II

Petaluma, CA

Full-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid Level

$79K/yr - $112K/yr

2+ years exp

AeroVironment is a global leader in unmanned aircraft systems and tactical missile systems. The Systems Engineer II will work with the Design team to develop innovative Unmanned Systems for defense and commercial applications, interacting with Controls Engineers to allocate requirements and develop architectures for simulation models.

AerospaceAir TransportationDronesElectric VehicleElectronicsEnergyGovernmentManufacturing

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Providing weekly Status of System development progress with requirements burn down

Allocating Requirements to Subsystems & Engineering coordination

Evaluating System performance thresholds and providing direction

Developing Instrumented Flight Test vectors and Data acquisition

Definition of system Build in Test for Fault Detection, Isolation, Recovery

Definition of ground system warnings, cautions, notifications

Assist in Requirements and Specification Reviews

Prototyping of autonomous systems and validate designs through a series of purpose designed experiments

Support design and analysis tasks using AeroVironment and industry developed tools

Provide input for model development and simulation analysis

Writes system requirements, system test plans, and assist in validation testing

Perform a variety of engineering support activities on R&D projects

Document work and assist with the transition of new capabilities, technologies and prototypes into a production development environment

Work on problems of moderate scope where analysis of situations requires a review of intangibles

Apply company policies and procedures to resolve a variety of issues

Work within specific requirements to complete tasks under moderate supervision

Provides general guidance and assistance to Associate and Level I Engineers

Other duties as assigned

Qualification

Systems EngineeringC/C++MatlabModel Based EngineeringSimulinkAnsysSolidworksPythonROSControl TheoryAerospace Systems EngineeringAircraft TerminologyGuidance NavigationControlModeling SimulationTeamworkProblem-solvingCommunication Skills

Required

Bachelors in Mathematics, Computer Science/Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Aerospace, or Mechanical Engineering is required or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience

2 - 5 years of experience in a systems engineering role (Aerospace systems engineering preferred)

Familiarity with C/C++ and Matlab required

Familiarity with office software and computer-based productivity tools

The ideal candidate will be interested in creating Architectures using Model Based Engineering tools

Ability to work in an office and manufacturing environment (Constant)

Required to sit and stand for long periods; talk, hear, and use hands and fingers to operate a computer and telephone keyboard (Frequent)

This position requires access to information that is subject to compliance with the International Traffic Arms Regulations (“ITAR”) and/or the Export Administration Regulations (“EAR”). In order to comply with the requirements of the ITAR and/or the EAR, applicants must qualify as a U.S. person under the ITAR and the EAR, or a person to be approved for an export license by the governing agency whose technology comes under its jurisdiction

Preferred

Knowledge of Simulink, Ansys and Solidworks is preferred

Familiarity with Python or ROS (Robot Operating System) and Aircraft Terminology is preferred

An understanding of Control Theory and Transform functions helpful

Aerospace Systems Engineering Experience is preferred

An understanding of Aircraft Terminology is preferred

Exposure to Guidance Navigation and Control Systems along with Modeling Simulation and Control and Model-Based Systems Engineering is helpful but not required

Ability to develop and enhance professional expertise

Able to excel in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment, where small teams share a broad variety of duties

Displays strong initiative and drive to accomplish goals and meet company objectives

Takes ownership and responsibility for current and past work products

Is committed to learning from mistakes and driven to improve and enhance performance of oneself, others and the company. Takes ownership and responsibility for current and past work products

Has effective problem-solving, analytical, interpersonal and communication skills

Focuses on teamwork, collaboration and puts the success of the team above one's own interests