Systems Engineering Principal

Job Description

You will be the Systems Engineering Principal for the Airworthiness Engineering Team which is responsible for advancing aeronautics airworthiness solutions.

What You Will Be Doing

As the Systems Engineering Principal (level 6) you will be responsible for leading the business area through the 1LMX initiative and shaping the design and operational airworthiness certification for the U.S. and allied militaries.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Drive the 1LMX initiative, ensuring alignment with program objectives and timelines.

• Lead technical efforts to develop and certify airworthiness solutions for current and future platforms.

• Coordinate with cross‑functional stakeholders to integrate certification requirements early in the design process.

• Provide expert guidance on regulatory compliance for U.S. and allied defense customers.

• Mentor junior engineers and foster a culture of technical excellence.

What’s In It For You

We are committed to supporting your work‑life balance and overall well‑being, offering flexible scheduling options. Do you want to be part of a company culture that empowers employees to think big, lead with a growth mindset, and make the impossible a reality? We provide the resources and give you the flexibility to enable inspiration and focus – if you have the passion and courage to dream big, work hard, and have fun doing what you love then we want to build a better tomorrow with you.

Who You Are

You are a seasoned airworthiness subject‑matter expert with a proven record of leading complex certification programs. You thrive in collaborative environments, excel at translating regulatory requirements into actionable engineering solutions, and inspire teams to achieve high‑impact results. Your strategic vision and hands‑on technical leadership make this role a pivotal opportunity to influence the future of defense aeronautics.

Further Information About This Opportunity

MUST BE A U.S. CITIZEN - This position is located at a facility that requires special access. The selected candidate must possess an active Secret clearance to start.

This position can be based in Fort Worth, TX, Marietta, GA or Palmdale, CA

aerosystems

Desired skills

• Technical expertise to lead a diverse team of system safety practitioners to develop and execute cutting-edge tools and analysis techniques for evaluating both manned and unmanned aircraft.
• Executive presence to coordinate with the Director of Aviation Safety and Airworthiness to establish processes and techniques for Airworthiness internally and externally.
• Technical depth to provide subject matter expertise to support Line of Business (LoB) strategy development and program offices.
• Airworthiness expertise to include extensive experience in associated standards to include United States and Allies Military Processes (i.e. USAF (MIL-HDBK-516), USN Engineering Data Requirements Agreement Plan (EDRAP)), FAA Airworthiness regulations, and International European Military Airworthiness Requirements (EMAR), and European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA).