Description:
Chipton-Ross is seeking 7 Systems Engineers (Level 4) for a contract opportunity in Everett, WA/ Renton, WA.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS (REQUIRED SKILLS/EXPERIENCE): o Bachelor's degree in systems engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Electrical/Computer Engineering, or related technical field. o 9+ years of experience in systems engineering lifecycle within aerospace, automotive, or complex system domains. o Extensive hands-on experience with V-Diagram processes (requirements, design, implementation, verification, validation). o Knowledge of safety assessments (FHA, PSSA, SSA, CMA, FMEA/FMES). o Familiarity with certification frameworks (ARP4754A, ARP4761, DO-178C, DO-254). o Strong analytical thinking, clear technical writing, and ability to work in multidisciplinary teams.
POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES: The ideal candidate will have strong expertise in requirements engineering, system architecture, design, verification & validation (V&V), and demonstrate knowledge of the Systems Engineering V-Diagram process as defined in ARP4754A/ARP4761 standards. This role requires collaboration across multidisciplinary teams (hardware, software, safety, and test engineering) to ensure robust system development, compliance with certification standards, and alignments to make a positive impact on the future of company. Duties may include (but are not limited to): o Lead and support requirements definition, decomposition, and allocation from aircraft-level to system and item level. o Lead development and maintain functional and logical airplane and system architecture. o Ensure functional hazard assessments (FHA), preliminary system safety assessments (PSSA), and common mode analyses (CMA) in alignment with safety objectives. o Guide item design and implementation, ensuring traceability to all -level (e.g., DRO, SRO and SCD) requirements. o Develop plan and execute verification and validation activities across the V-model (item verification, system integration & verification, aircraft-level verification). o Support safety analyses (SSA, FMEA/FMES) and compliance with applicable aerospace/defense regulations (e.g., DO-178C, DO-254, ARP4754A, ARP4761). o Lead discussions across software and hardware engineering teams during design and testing phases. o Provide documentation and support for certification authorities (FAA/EASA). o Participate in technical design reviews, audits, and interchange meetings.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS (DESIRED SKILLS/EXPERIENCE): o Requirements management tools (e.g., DOORS). o Developing System modeling (SysML/UML, Cameo, or equivalent) at the airplane and systems level. o Leading test planning and execution across multiple integration levels. o Aircraft design, development and certification knowledge.
REQUIRED EDUCATION: Education/experience typically acquired through advanced technical education from an accredited course of study in Systems Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Electrical/Computer Engineering, or related technical field. (e.g. PhD+4 years' related work experience, Master+7 years' related work experience). In the USA, ABET accreditation is the preferred, although not required, accreditation standard.
WORK HOURS: FULL TIME/FIRST SHIFT 7:00 AM-3:30 PM
Job Number:
216463
Job Location:
Everett, WA
Rate:
Up to $91.57 DOE
Duration:
12 months
Input Date:
12/10/2025
Last Updated:
12/10/2025
Firm Name:
CHIPTON ROSS
Attention:
Zachary Fasano
Address:
420 CULVER BLVD
City, State:
PLAYA DEL REY, CA 90293
Phone:
310/414-7800 X286
800 Phone:
800/927-9318
Fax Phone:
310/414-7808
Email:zfasano@chiptonross.com Website:www.chiptonross.com
