Airborne Systems Engineer

ITI Engineering is an award-winning supplier of software, hardware, engineering services and products in the aerospace defense industry. ITI designs and manufactures specialized hardware and software products for aerospace and commercial customers in support of the world's leading fighter aircraft. We produce mission support devices, data transfer equipment, cryptographic data transfer systems, servers and firmware for components that are critical support system elements for several of the world's leading fighter aircrafts.

If you are looking for a challenging, rewarding position and the opportunity to join an innovative dynamic team, keep reading!

We offer:

Competitive pay.

100% paid medical, dental and vision coverage for you and your dependents as of date of hire.

100% paid employee basic life insurance, short-term and long-term disability

Quarterly company contributions to a Healthcare Savings Account

Opportunity to participate in the 401k and company matching

A 4/10 schedule, Fridays off

Paid Holidays, Sick and Vacation Time

Engineer V (Staff Engineer) - Airborne Systems Architecture & Product Line Leadership

Experience Level: 14-20+ years

Classification: Principal Individual Contributor / Technical Authority/Team Lead

Travel: Up to 25% (Domestic & International)

Position Overview

We are seeking a Staff Airborne Systems Engineer (Engineer V) to serve as the technical authority for ITI's airborne product portfolio. This individual will provide architectural leadership across multiple complex airborne programs, guiding products from concept development through qualification, production, and sustainment.

This role operates at the intersection of technical strategy, systems architecture, and business growth, working directly with program leadership to shape product roadmaps, influence capture strategy, and expand ITI's airborne presence across domestic and international platforms.

The Engineer V will function as:

Architectural decision authority for airborne systems

Lead technical interface to customers and partners

Mentor and technical governor for engineering teams

Risk and qualification strategy leader

Key contributor to long-term airborne product growth

Organizational Impact

ITI's airborne portfolio includes mission-critical data transfer receptacles, secure data cartridges, airborne recording systems, and ground support interfaces supporting platforms such as:

F-15 Eagle

F-16 Fighting Falcon

F-22 Raptor

F-35 Lightning II

KAI T-50 Golden Eagle

Dassault Mirage

Mitsubishi F-2

This role is central to scaling ITI's airborne product business and ensuring technical excellence across these mission-critical environments.

Primary Responsibilities

Architectural Authority & Technical Leadership

Own system-level architecture for multiple airborne product lines.

Define scalable airborne data transfer and storage architectures (audio/video recorders, secure cartridges, mission data interfaces).

Lead architecture trade studies balancing SWaP-C, environmental constraints, cybersecurity, and platform integration requirements.

Serve as technical signatory for SRR, PDR, CDR, TRR, and qualification readiness reviews.

Multi-Program Systems Execution

Provide end-to-end systems engineering leadership across concurrent complex airborne programs.

Drive requirements decomposition, allocation, and traceability.

Oversee verification & validation planning and qualification strategy (environmental, EMI/EMC, vibration, altitude, thermal).

Ensure compliance with applicable military and aerospace standards.

Qualification & Certification Strategy

Define airborne qualification approach (e.g., environmental, power, EMI).

Lead compliance strategy for:

Environmental standards

Power interface standards

Cybersecurity and encryption requirements

Airworthiness and integration approval

Anticipate technical risk early and develop mitigation strategies to avoid redesign cycles.

Customer & Capture Leadership

Serve as a technical interface to domestic and international customers.

Lead technical solution shaping during pursuit and capture.

Develop best-in-class technical proposals and white papers.

Present architectural strategy and risk posture to stakeholders.

Product Roadmap & Business Growth

Partner with Director of Airborne Products, Airborne Program Manager, and Director of Engineering to define long-term airborne product strategy.

Identify technology gaps and recommend strategic investments.

Influence make/buy decisions and supply chain strategy.

Align engineering execution with business growth initiatives.

Technical Governance & Mentorship

Mentor senior and junior engineers across systems, electrical, mechanical, and software disciplines.

Establish design standards and engineering best practices.

Lead cross-functional design reviews.

Serve as escalation authority for complex technical challenges.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Systems Engineering, or related field (Master's preferred).

14-20+ years of progressive engineering experience in airborne or aerospace systems.

Demonstrated leadership of multiple complex airborne programs from concept through qualification and production.

Subject matter expertise in airborne data transfer and storage systems.

Deep understanding of the complete systems engineering lifecycle.

Experience in Cyber security and encryption standards.

Proven experience leading cross-functional engineering teams.

Strong communication and technical writing skills.

U.S. Citizen eligible to obtain and maintain DoD Secret Clearance (ITAR-compliant).

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with fighter aircraft integration environments.

Familiarity with mission data systems and secure cartridge architectures.

Background in ruggedized, high-reliability electronics.

Experience interfacing with airframe OEMs and DoD program offices.

Key Competencies

Systems-level architectural thinking

Technical risk ownership

Cross-functional leadership

Strategic product vision

Customer-facing technical authority

High-velocity execution mindset

Business-aligned engineering judgment

ITI Engineering is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

ITI Engineering performs pre-employment background checks.