Systems Engineer

Job Title: Systems Engineer

Job Description

We are seeking a dedicated Systems Engineer to join our team, focusing on the development and maintenance of aircraft system designs and modifications. This role involves creating comprehensive engineering documentation and ensuring compliance with aviation standards.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain aircraft system designs, modifications, and associated engineering documentation, including Technical Requirements Documents, System Schematics, and Certification Plans.
• Perform and support requirements management activities, including requirements development, validation, verification, and traceability.
• Review and evaluate installation drawings, qualification test data, and engineering reports to ensure compliance with program requirements.
• Analyze ground and flight test data to verify system performance, functionality, and compliance.
• Support engineering change management activities through technical research, concept development, and design reviews.
• Participate in and support internal and external design reviews, technical reviews, and program governance activities.
• Coordinate with suppliers and subcontractors to ensure technical requirements, schedules, and deliverables are met.
• Support certification efforts and demonstrate compliance with applicable regulatory requirements, including FAA, TCCA, and EASA standards.
• Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams to ensure successful system integration and program execution.

Essential Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Systems Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in systems engineering, aerospace engineering, or a related technical field.
• Must be ITAR compliant.
• Experience with civil aircraft and systems development processes, including ARP4754A.
• Working knowledge of FAA, TCCA, and EASA Part 25 certification requirements.
• Knowledge of aircraft system safety assessment and development processes.
• Familiarity with industry standards, including RTCA DO-254.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Access.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet project deadlines.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience supporting commercial aircraft, business aircraft, military aircraft, or commercial derivative military programs.
• Experience with AutoCAD or similar engineering design software.
• Knowledge of aircraft electrical systems, avionics integration, and certification processes.
• Experience supporting systems integration, verification and validation, and airworthiness certification activities.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Systems thinking and requirements management expertise.
• Technical leadership and cross-functional collaboration.
• Attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Effective project planning and organizational skills.

Work Environment

This position operates in an engineering office setting with a schedule of Monday through Friday from 7 AM to 4 PM. The role involves hybrid work with 2-3 days onsite. You will be working on long-term contracts supporting unique aerospace programs alongside skilled engineers in a fast-paced, highly regulated environment.

This is a Contract position based out of Wichita, KS.

The pay range for this position is $80.00 - $100.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a Contract position based out of Wichita, KS.

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 20, 2026.

This is a fully onsite position in Wichita,KS.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications withoutregard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability,sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protectedby law.

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