Principal/Lead Systems Engineer
Core
Lead design engineering for Aircrew Flight Equipment (survival technology) used in military applications, managing the product roadmap from concept to final design.
Role type
Principal/Lead Systems Engineer (Mechanical/Aerospace)
Builds
Aircrew Flight Equipment (survival technology) and prototypes
Domain
Aerospace / Military Defense
Deliverable
production ML models | product features
Required skills
system-level integration, finite element analysis, mechanical engineering, aviation product certification, materials science, product safety, change management, knowledge management, regulatory interpretation, feasibility assessment, team leadership
Preferred skills
inflatable or pressure-vessel product experience, coated textiles/film manufacturing, high-frequency/ultrasonic welding, Chartered Engineer status
Technologies
N/A
Responsibilities
Plan, coordinate, and supervise major contracts; improve existing product designs and support new product development; manage knowledge management systems; resolve design, quality, safety, and operational issues; develop procedures to support product compliance; assess feasibility of complex products; oversee change projects; recommend policy and process improvements; develop junior engineers and lead the Design Engineering team
Seniority
Principal, hands-on IC with supervisory responsibilities
