Aviation IFC Systems Architect

Aviation IFC Systems Architect

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, aviation or related technical field
• 7+ years of relevant experience
• Prior experience with satcom connectivity systems, avionics, and commercial aircraft installations
• Prior experience with Supplemental Type Certificates (STC), preferably in IFC/IFEC systems
• Basic knowledge of FAA/EASA processes

Responsibilities

• Define the solution level architecture, technical scope, and key interfaces of the system.
• Write technical system requirements and system architecture documents derived from market and customer requirements.
• Author interface control documents, system descriptions, whitepapers, and other key technical documents for internal and external stakeholders.
• Work with software, hardware, and network engineering to ensure that the implementation of the technical solution complies with system requirements.
• Act as the technical focal to customers, OEMs, partners, and subcontractors for key pursuits and projects. Participate in technical meetings and design reviews.
• Work with internal and external stakeholders to document technical scope and level of effort for each discipline.
• This position requires occasional travel up to 20%.

Preferred Qualifications

• Proven technical competency in developing system requirements and defining hardware system architecture.
• Ability to influence a variety of stakeholders to establish technical concurrence.
• Advanced knowledge of the FAA/EASA environment.
• Strong knowledge of all phases of software development lifecycle, including requirements development, design, implementation, testing and deployment.
• Solid time-management skills and self-discipline.
• Excellent communication skills
• Familiarity with requirements management tools.
• Experience working at an aircraft manufacturer, MRO, or manufacturer of aircraft connectivity products