Thales · 22 hours ago
Systems Engineer (JFKTIA)
New York, United States
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
$136K/yr - $242K/yr
3+ years expThales is a global leader in aerospace, transportation, defence, security, and space, providing innovative solutions. They are seeking a System Engineering Manager – Airport Security to engage with customers and deliver engineering professional services, ensuring the successful delivery of security systems at JFK Airport.
AerospaceCyber SecurityIndustrial ManufacturingMilitaryRemote SensingSecurityTransportation
No H1B
Responsibilities
Manage Networks requirements and conformance of the delivered system to these requirements
Perform necessary design activities in conjunction with the system subcontractor(s) and manufacturers as necessary
Collect all necessary user/customer information and perform system configurations
Serve as the onsite Safeland (AOCC) system administrator on behalf of the customer
Coordinate with other system providers for the successful integration with Safeland (AOCC)
Plan and support the test activities associated with covered safety and security related systems
Conduct and/or participate with internal, support partner and customer technical meetings
Preparation of weekly and monthly progress reports
Work with the customer, suppliers, and the internal supervising team regarding the different phases of systems and service delivery including the gathering, definition and justification of the requirements for the safety and security systems
Preparation of Interface Control Documents (ICDs), Interface Testing Document (ITDs), and Migration Plans (MPs)
Works with the Program Manager – Airport Security in preparation of the Program Traceability Matrix for required development efforts
Provides regular input to the Program Manager - Airport Security on identified Risk, Issues, and Mitigation plans
Support the software team to collect and define the customer needs and support the definition of the Concept of Operations (CONPS) for security operations
Facilitate decisions on baseline changes with customer and the Program Manager – Airport Security
Coordinates and works with various stakeholders in support of the deployment of two full Safeland (AOCC) Map updates per year
Reviews issues and prepares Post Incident Reports for all P1 and P2 Safeland (AOCC) Work Orders
Coordinate and conduct the local Safeland (AOCC) annual OAAP certification testing with Lenel
Works with the customer and Program Manager – Airport Security to define and agree upon success criteria for deliverable milestones
Guide test and evaluation strategies during the different phases supporting the system acceptance
Recommend supplier management best practices and processes to the customer including supplier selection and retention. Influence customer decisions based on chosen suppliers
Maintain documentation currency of system best practices, methodologies, initiatives and advancements
Support the Program Manager – Airport Security and technical team to ensure the delivery of the Program within the budget and committed delivery timeline
Create training material and provide necessary training for Safeland (AOCC)
Perform UAT with the customer for all Safeland (AOCC) development and Maps releases
Provide pre-sales Engineering support as requested in support of capture efforts for potential Thales customers
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree from an accredited university or college in Software/Electronics/Electrical or a related engineering field required with a minimum of 3+ years of relevant work experience, or a Master's degree in Software/Electronics/Electrical or a related engineering field required with a minimum of 6+ years of relevant work experience
3 years of experience in the design and configuration of networks and Electronic and Physical Security systems in an airport environment
Team player who can communicate equally across multi-functional teams as well as with customers, external contractors and suppliers
Ability to meet regulatory requirements for Airport Security Identification Display Area (SIDA) unescorted badging and DHS - Customs and Border Protection badging access
Occasional lifting up to 25 pounds
Ability to traverse between different locations within the airport terminal (@ distances up to ½ mile) 20% of the time
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
Preferred background and experience in airport terminal security engineering
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
Company
Thales
Thales (Euronext Paris: HO) is a global leader in advanced technologies for the Defence, Aerospace, and Cyber & Digital sectors.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$533.58MKey Investors
European Investment Bank
2025-09-17Post Ipo Debt· $533.58M
1999-04-01IPO
Leadership Team
Abdelhafid Mordi
Chairman & CEO Thales Emarat Technologies
Emily Tan
CEO, Thales Solutions Asia Pte Ltd and Country Director, Thales in Singapore
Recent News
2026-01-20
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