Systems Engineer 5
Chipton-Ross is seeking 3 Systems Engineer 5's for a contract opportunity in Everett, WA.
100% onsite
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS (REQUIRED SKILLS/EXPERIENCE):
Regular and predictable attendance is required.
Accredited Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology (including Manufacturing Technology), Computer Science, Data Science, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry or non-US equivalent qualifications directly related to the work statement.
15+ years of experience performing complex engineering or system integration work.
8+ years of experience in leading and/or managing complex projects.
5+ years of experience developing and maintaining relationships and partnerships with senior executives, customers, stakeholders, peers and business partners.
POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:
The 777-9 Systems Integration team is seeking a Senior Systems Engineer to serve as a systems engineering integration focal in Everett, WA. This role will lead interdisciplinary, cross-functional activities to plan, design, develop and verify complex, lifecycle-balanced system-of-systems solutions that directly support 777-9 certification and entry-into-service objectives.
Position Overview:
The Senior Systems Engineer will support Systems IPT projects and initiatives critical to achieving 777-9 Amended Type Certification (ATC) and Entry into Service (EIS). The role will lead and coordinate multi-discipline technical integration across organizations to manage system architecture, interfaces, and certification-related technical risks and opportunities. The engineer will be accountable for one or more projects and will provide technical, requirements-based leadership on issues that require cross-functional stakeholder alignment. The candidate will apply an interdisciplinary approach, develop trade space and integrate stakeholders from many systems engineering disciplines to ensure mission success.
o Lead special projects and initiatives to progress systems maturity towards 777-9 type certification (ATC) and entry into service (EIS) including development and execution of integrated plans that balance technical, safety, cost, schedule and certification constraints.
o Define, decompose and maintain system requirements; lead requirements management activities, traceability, verification planning, and configuration control across system boundaries.
o Lead cross-functional teams to evaluate technical issues, integrate technical parameters, and assure compatibility of physical, functional and program interfaces across subsystems and supplier organizations.
o Lead analyses to optimize total system architecture, including affordability, safety, reliability, maintainability, testability, and certification considerations.
o Identify, quantify and manage technical risks, issues and opportunities across the systems design teams; lead development and implementation of technical risk mitigation
o Lead detailed technical investigations and verification activities to ensure system integration and regulatory/certification compliance; define remediation plans and drive closure with engineering, suppliers and certification authorities.
o Communicate routinely with internal and external stakeholders - including IPT peers, executive leadership, suppliers and regulators - to align technical strategy, status, tradeoffs and certification posture.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS (DESIRED SKILLS/EXPERIENCE):
o 10+ years of experience with Transport, Client 7-Series and/or McDonnell Douglas Aircraft..
o 5+ years of experience with US and/or foreign aircraft certification/regulatory processes
o Experience leading major design changes through multiple phases of product and certification lifecycle.
o Certification and/or experience working with FAA regulations and Regulatory Administration.
oProject Management exposure / experience (e.g., Project Management Body of Knowledge [PMBOK], ANSI/PMI 99-001-2008).
Successful completion of training is a contingency for this assignment - OJT or formal classroom training.
REQUIRED EDUCATION:
Minimum of a Bachelor of Science degree from an accredited course of study in Engineering, Engineering Technology (including Manufacturing Technology), Computer Science, Data Science, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry or non-US equivalent qualifications directly related to the work statement.
WORK HOURS:
Full-Time/First Shift
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Job Location: Everett, WA
Rate: Up to $112.27 DOE
Duration: 6 months
Input Date: 04/09/2026
Attention: Anthony Ho
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: anthony.ho@chiptonross.com
Website: www.chiptonross.com
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