Senior Systems Engineer

Responsibilities

Design and maintenance of System Architecture and CONOPS

• Lead and own the development of the system and subsystem requirements and specifications from inception through V&V.
• Lead the development and execution of system and subsystem integration & test activities, including hardware selloff for customer demonstrations
• Support local and field testing of software and flight hardware testing
• Work full-time on-site in our office in Los Angeles (El Segundo), California

Requirements

• Minimum education: Bachelor’s or higher Degree in Systems Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Computer Science / Computer Engineering, or related degree
• 10+ years of experience in professional systems engineering for a prime systems integrator.
• Experience in performing developing systems / subsystem requirements, performing trade studies, and leading subsystem / component selection.
• Practical understanding of UAS subsystems including sensors, navigation, autopilots, control actuation systems / servos, and power subsystems
• Experience in data reduction and post-test data analysis of aerospace systems
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills
• Familiarity with Agile development methodologies
• Ability to work with minimal supervision and collaborate on small teams

Preferred

• 10+ years of experience in professional systems engineering for UAS and/or missile systems.
• Part 107 remote pilot certification
• Experience with EO/IR sensor integration
• Experience with radar sensor integration

Experience with datalink integration

• Familiarity with DoD standards and handbooks for safety, environments and testing.
• Strong foundation in both sides of the Systems Engineering V / Experience with full lifecycle Systems Engineering development of high-TRL systems
• Experience with HW/SW I&T and V&V of high-TRL systems
• Why CHAOS?

Role Overview

CHAOS is seeking a highly-skilled and motivated Senior Systems / Subsystem Engineer to join our R&D team. You will get an opportunity to lead the systems engineering effort on a clean sheet airframe design. As a member of Engineering, you also have the opportunity to expand your skillset across our product families.

Minimum Requirements

• Experience with modern software development practices (Git, CI/CD, automated testing)
• U.S. Person status is required as this position will require the ability to access U.S.-only data system

Health Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision benefits 100% paid for by the company

Additional benefits

: 401k (+ 50% company match up to 6% of pay), FSA, HSA, life insurance, and more

Our Perks

Free daily lunch, ‘No meeting Fridays’, unlimited PTO, casual dress code

Compensation Components

Competitive base salaries, generous pre-IPO stock option grants, relocation assistance, and (coming soon!) annual bonuses

Team Growth

400+employees and counting across 5 global offices

Salary Range: $160,000 - $240,000

The stated compensation range reflects only the targeted base compensation range and excludes additional earnings such as bonus, equity, and benefits. If your compensation requirements fall outside of the range, we still encourage you to apply. The salary range for this role is an estimate based on a range of compensation factors, inclusive of base salary only. Actual salary offer may vary based on (but not limited to) work experience, education and/or training, critical skills, and/or business considerations.

Recruiting Agencies: CHAOS Industries does not accept unsolicited resumes or outreach. Unsolicited submissions will not be reviewed or compensated.