Systems Engineer (Aerospace)

Location: Hybrid in Riverside, California, United States; travel is required.

Company

hirify.global provides advanced software solutions and professional services for mission and business support, working with customers to design, build, implement, and manage performance-focused solutions.

What you will do

• Support structural and avionics proof tests, including test flight performance envelopes, profiles, and special maneuvers.
• Assess and define modifications needed to upgrade aircraft, avionics systems, and specialized mission equipment.
• Conduct feasibility studies for aircraft modifications and provide technical engineering support for repair, modification, and sustainment activities.
• Prepare technical specifications and Statements of Work, support contract activities, monitor contractor performance, and evaluate proposals.
• Support the development and adjudication of acquisition and systems requirements documentation.
• Perform required aircraft and systems inspections using FAA Inspection Authorization and support aircraft and mission systems test flights.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in aerospace, mechanical, systems, electrical, industrial, materials engineering, or a closely related discipline; applicable engineering experience may substitute for the degree.
• At least four years of experience preparing aircraft and systems requirements, evaluating and administering aircraft contracts, and supporting complex engineering projects.
• Experience with aircraft or marine systems, structural and external loads testing and analysis, avionics or navigation and communication systems, and sensor systems such as radar or electro-optical/infrared sensors.
• Ability to perform aerospace, electrical, and mechanical designs and layouts, interpret technical drawings and engineering documentation, and work with regulatory and certification processes.
• Proficiency with CAD and Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and SharePoint.
• Strong technical writing skills and positive adjudication from a CBP Background Investigation are required.

Culture & Benefits

• Work in a mission-focused environment supporting customer organizational and operational goals.
• Fair and respectful treatment for employees regardless of position, identity, race, or tenure.
• Open communication, adaptability, accountability, and emphasis on measurable results.
• Opportunities to contribute ideas, engage across organizational levels, take risks, and learn from mistakes.