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Flight Systems Engineer

Washington, DC · On-site

The Flight Systems Engineer (FSE) serves as the critical technical contributor to the LOC Missile System Integration section for a Department of War (DoW) Category 1D Major Defense Acquisition ...

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Flight Systems Engineer

Washington, DC · On-site

The Flight Systems Engineer (FSE) serves as the critical technical contributor to the LOC Missile System Integration section for a Department of War (DoW) Category 1D Major Defense Acquisition ...

Heart Aerospace

Flight Systems Engineer

Los Angeles, CA · Hybrid

$118K - $238K/yr

Lead the design of essential systems by collaborating cross-functionally with flight science, software, electrical, mechanical, and safety engineers. * Lead in-vehicle debugging, troubleshooting, and ...

Haast Autonomous

Flight Systems Engineer

Oregon, WI · On-site

About the Role As a Flight Systems Engineer at Haast, you will own the systems that transform our aircraft from hardware into a reliable, autonomous flying platform. You will work across autopilot ...

Heart Aerospace

Flight Systems Engineer

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$118K - $238K/yr

Your mission We are seeking a highly motivated Flight Systems Engineer to join our Mechanisms team. You will play a crucial role in the system-level design, bring up, debugging, and certification of ...

Cimarron

Senior Flight Systems Engineer

Seal Beach, CA · On-site

$225K - $300K/yr

Posting/External Job Title Senior Flight Systems Engineer Location Seal Beach, CA 90740 US (Primary) Remote/Onsite/Hybrid 100% Onsite Job Type Full-time # of Hires Needed 1 Education Bachelor ...

Leidos

Flight Vehicles Systems Engineer

Huntsville, AL · On-site

$87K - $157K/yr

Develop a Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) model of some programs' flight systems. The Avionics Systems Engineer must possess a functional knowledge of interacting with MBSE models in order to ...

Leidos

Flight Vehicles Systems Engineer

Huntsville, AL · On-site

The successful candidate will serve multiple key functions in leading the design evolutions of flight vehicles, to include Systems Engineering and Test and Avionics Software and Hardware Design. The ...

Leidos

Flight Vehicles Systems Engineer

Huntsville, AL · On-site

The successful candidate will serve multiple key functions in leading the design evolutions of flight vehicles, to include Systems Engineering and Test and Avionics Software and Hardware Design. The ...

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As of Sep 10, 2026, the average yearly pay for flight systems engineer in the United States is $138,776.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $117,500.00 and $158,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a flight systems engineer do?

A Flight Systems Engineer is responsible for designing, testing, and maintaining the systems that ensure the safe and efficient operation of aircraft or spacecraft. This includes avionics, propulsion, navigation, communication, and control systems. They work closely with other engineers and teams to integrate various subsystems, troubleshoot issues, and ensure all systems meet safety and regulatory standards. Flight Systems Engineers are crucial in both the development and operation phases, ensuring that vehicles perform reliably throughout their lifecycle.

What are the typical challenges faced by a flight systems engineer when integrating new avionics technology into existing aircraft?

Flight Systems Engineers often encounter challenges such as ensuring compatibility between new avionics systems and legacy aircraft components, adhering to rigorous safety and certification standards, and managing limited documentation for older systems. Collaboration with multidisciplinary teams—including software developers, test engineers, and regulatory authorities—is essential to address these obstacles effectively. Success in this area requires strong problem-solving skills, meticulous attention to detail, and clear communication across departments.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a flight systems engineer, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Flight Systems Engineer, you need a solid background in aerospace engineering, systems analysis, and flight dynamics, typically supported by a relevant engineering degree. Familiarity with industry-standard tools like MATLAB, Simulink, and flight simulation software, as well as knowledge of regulatory standards such as DO-178C, is essential. Strong problem-solving, teamwork, and communication skills help you collaborate effectively and address complex technical challenges. These capabilities are crucial for ensuring the safety, reliability, and performance of flight systems in demanding aerospace environments.

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Flight Systems Engineer

Washington, DC • On-site

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Join JRC's DIVISION Team!

The Flight Systems Engineer (FSE) serves as the critical technical contributor to the LOC Missile System Integration section for a Department of War (DoW) Category 1D Major Defense Acquisition Program (MDAP) missile system. This position is responsible for the end-to-end integration of warhead and payload - ensuring the flight systems architecture meets mission, safety, surety, performance requirement

What You'll Do

  • Serve as critical technical contributor reporting to the LOC Missile System Integration Section Head on all payload segment design, manufacturing, and integration efforts. 
  • Support command efforts to ensure compliance with Nuclear Weapons System Surety and Safety requirements
  • Co-Lead and support where appropriate the development, issuance, and maintenance of the Flight System to Payload Interface Control Document (ICD) and related functional specifications.
  • Plan and execute flight system to payload integration activities, ensuring clear hand offs between payload and shipboard integration work streams.
  • Lead hardware in the loop (HWIL) and software in the loop (SWIL) verification of the payload interface; define test procedures, success criteria, and analyze results.
  • Identify, assess, and mitigate/enable technical risks/opportunities specific to the payload interface; track mitigation/enabling actions.
  • Provide technical input to Engineering Review Boards (ERB), technical Risk and Opportunities Management Boards (TRMB), and Configuration Control Boards (CCB) as the payload interface subject matter expert.
  • Contribute payload interface content to the Systems Engineering Plan (SEP), Mission Assurance Plan, and Test & Evaluation Master Plan (TEMP).
  • Assist in the oversight of Integration and Test efforts for the LOC missile inclusive of hardware, instrumentation, data-collection, post-test analysis, and ship-integration
  • Prepare and present payload integration status for major technical and programmatic LOC reviews.
  • Advise and contribute on flight system cost/schedule/technical trade-offs, and its documentation.

What You Bring to the Table

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Aerospace, Electrical, Systems, or related discipline).
  • Minimum 7years of defense related systems engineering experience on missile or aerospace MDAPs.
  • Demonstrated experience in payload integration, flight system to payload interface definition, and hardware/software verification (HWIL/SWIL)
  • Demonstrated experience in missile systems design, integration, and verification.
  • Proficiency in authoring and managing ICDs, functional specifications, and requirements traceability matrices.
  • Strong communication skills and ability to interface with OSD, Service PAEs, and FFRDC stakeholders.
  • Active Top Secret clearance (SCI eligibility required).

Bonus Points

  • 10years of defense related systems engineering experience on missile or aerospace MDAPs.
  • DAWIA Advanced Certification in Engineering or Program Management.
  • Experience supporting sea-based nuclear-capable or strategic missile programs.
  • Prior SSP, NNSA, or Navy experience with nuclear weapons programs.
Additional Information:

This position requires regular interaction with senior DoW, FFRDC, and industry leadership. Travel (~50%) to test ranges, contractor facilities, weapons facilities, and government labs is required to support technical and programmatic reviews, integration events, and milestone readiness assessments.

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