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Chief Systems EngineerCurtiss-Wright • Santa Clarita, CA, United States
Chief Systems Engineer

Chief Systems Engineer

Curtiss-Wright • Santa Clarita, CA, United States
1 day ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Overview

Chief Engineer position at Curtiss-Wright Defense Solutions, Santa Clarita, CA. Onsite.

Location

Location : Santa Clarita, CA - Onsite

Compensation and Benefits

Base pay range : $166,700.00 / yr - $222,300.00 / yr

Salary Range : $166,700.00 - 222,300.00 USD annual per year plus bonus

We Take Care of Our People

  • Paid Time Off
  • 401K with Employer Match and Profit Sharing
  • Health and Wellness Benefits
  • Learning and Development Opportunities
  • Referral Program
  • Competitive Pay
  • Recognition
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan
  • Inclusive & Supportive Culture

Note : Please note that the salary range information provided is a general guideline only, reflecting a position based in California. Criteria such as the candidates qualifications and relevant experience, the scope of the specific position, as well as market and business considerations will be evaluated when extending an offer.

Responsibilities

  • Leading large technical teams to meet complex customer requirements
  • Representing the company as the technical expert to customers, suppliers, and CW management
  • Synthesizing requirements into the lowest risk solution available
  • Producing technical documentation to adequately describe CWs solution to both the customer and the engineering team
  • Providing technical guidance to cross functional teams
  • Reporting technical status and way forward to varied audiences
  • Recommending training to enhance team development
  • Evaluating technical performance and potential to individual performers and job applicants; assuming technical responsibility for the performance of the teams in his / her charge

    • Qualifications

  • 20-25 years of experience at US DoD Primes or at a company that directly supports them
  • Knowledge of system hardware / software development, integration and test for deployed military vehicle applications
  • Exceptional problem solving skills
  • Expert knowledge of the systems engineering tools DOORS and Cameo
  • Working knowledge of engineering development tools like Clearquest, JIRA, and Rational Development Tools
  • Ability to operate and debug Linux and VxWorks based computing systems
  • Solid understanding of SOSA and VPX system design standards
  • Solid understanding of serial communication protocols such as MIL-STD-1553, RS422, RS485, RS232, 10G and 100G Gigabit Ethernet, PCIe, USB
  • Solid understanding of the latest processing and graphics solutions
  • Excellent troubleshooting skills of rugged computing systems
  • Ability to lead in a team environment
  • Ability to drive clarity to ambiguous requests or requirements
  • Ability to work well in a fast-paced professional office environment
  • Experience conducting System Safety Assessment, Functional Hazard assessment and Failure Mode Effects Analysis is a plus
  • Previous experience in RTCA / DO-254 / DO-178 processes and FAA Certification is a plus
  • Experience with Microsoft Office including Word Excel, PowerPoint and Project
  • BS Computer Science, BS Software Engineering, BS Electrical Engineering preferred

    • About Curtiss-Wright

    The Curtiss-Wright Defense Solutions facility in Santa Clarita, California is the center of excellence for hardware level system integration and advanced package design. Integrated Systems in Santa Clarita prides itself on experience, expertise, and low risk solutions. Our primary focus is understanding the technical challenges our customers face and creating partnerships in order to provide a high TRL solution.

    Compliance and Equal Opportunity

    Curtiss-Wright is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, sexual orientation, gender identity, physical or mental disability, age, ancestry, legally protected medical condition, family care status, marital status, religion, veteran status, national origin, or any other legally protected status. If you require accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact Talent Acquisition.

    For US Applicants : EEO is The Law click here for more information. If you require accommodation due to a disability at any time during the recruitment and / or assessment process, please contact Talent Acquisition and we will make all reasonable efforts to accommodate your request.

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