Systems Engineer (Aerospace)

Location: Seattle, Washington, United States; hybrid work with at least three days per week in the local office or onsite with clients

Base salary: $160,000–$200,000 per year, plus performance-based incentives

Company

Oliver Wyman Vector is part of hirify.global, a global professional services organization focused on risk, capital, people, investments, and management consulting.

What you will do

• Define and decompose software system requirements for airplane network systems.
• Work with software developers and test engineers to validate reliable system functionality and interfaces.
• Plan, execute, and troubleshoot complex software systems integration activities.
• Perform risk management, trade-study analysis, development assurance, safety analysis, and systems integration.
• Investigate flight-test and in-service issues with stakeholders and identify corrective actions.
• Compare project results with baseline plans to assess performance, efficiency, productivity, and lessons learned.

Requirements

• 9+ years of related experience with a bachelor's degree, or 7+ years with an advanced degree.
• Degree in engineering, computer science, mathematics, physics, or chemistry; ABET accreditation is preferred.
• Experience with airplane software development and certification under RTCA DO-178C.
• Experience with DOORS or a similar requirements development and management tool.
• Experience in requirements definition, validation and verification, development assurance, safety analysis, and systems integration.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, troubleshooting, and written and verbal communication skills.

Nice to have

• Experience with ARP4754A airplane systems development and certification.
• Experience with airplane networks, communication systems, flight deck operations, and electronic flight bags.
• Experience with Jira, test procedures, lab testing, network protocols, routing tables, and network architecture.

Culture & Benefits

• Flexible hybrid work environment combining remote work with office collaboration.
• Inclusive workplace focused on diversity, integrity, trust, professional growth, and meaningful connections.
• Performance-based incentives in addition to base salary.
• Workplace accommodations are available upon request.