Aircraft Subsystems Architect
Posted 16 Mar 2026
Advertised as “Aircraft Subsystems Architect - Engineer”
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- Expected experience
- 10+ yrs
- Management level
- Individual contributor
- Contract
- Full-time
No salary listed for this role.
Field of studyAerospace Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Systems Engineering (or related)
Study levelBachelor's
Overview
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We are seeking an experienced Senior Mission Systems Architect / Systems Engineer to support the development and integration of advanced mission systems for special-mission aircraft programs.
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This role will be responsible for translating complex customer and operational requirements into robust system architectures, defining mission system requirements and interfaces, and leading system integration activities throughout the full program lifecycle.
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The ideal candidate brings extensive experience with Mission Management Systems, Command & Control (C2/C4ISR), communications, sensors, avionics, and aircraft systems integration, along with a strong understanding of aerospace systems engineering and certification processes.
Key Responsibilities
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Work with customers, program managers, business development teams, and engineering organizations to translate high-level customer and mission requirements into detailed system, platform, and product requirements.
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Develop functional requirements and interfaces for Mission Management Systems and the integration of sensing, communication, avionics, and mission subsystems.
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Own and develop the mission systems architecture throughout the program lifecycle.
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Develop system architecture roadmaps, Concept of Operations (CONOPS), functional architectures, system requirements, and interface definitions.
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Perform architecture assessments and trade studies to evaluate potential technical solutions and define optimal system configurations.
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Lead mission systems architecture through major design and integration milestones, including Critical Design Reviews (CDR) and Critical Integration Reviews (CIR).
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Communicate system architectures, requirements, interfaces, and configurations across multiple engineering disciplines.
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Define Verification & Validation (V&V) strategies and activities from initial concept through execution and certification.
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Develop specifications and technical requirements for suppliers and integrate supplier/vendor solutions into the overall aircraft and mission system architecture.
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