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81 Curtisswright Principal Engineer Jobs Hiring Near You
Principal Systems Engineer-Defense We are growing and looking for a Principal Systems Engineer to ... Our Values Environmental, Social and Governance Curtiss-Wright's Defense Solution division is a ...
Principal Systems Engineer-Defense-Ashburn, Virginia
The Plains, VA · On-site
$144K - $190K/yr
Principal Systems Engineer-Defense We are growing and looking for a Principal Systems Engineer to ... Our Values Environmental, Social and Governance Curtiss-Wright's Defense Solution division is a ...
Principal Systems Engineer-Defense-Ashburn, Virginia
The Plains, VA · On-site
$144K - $190K/yr
Principal Systems Engineer-Defense We are growing and looking for a Principal Systems Engineer to ... Our Values Environmental, Social and Governance Curtiss-Wright's Defense Solution division is a ...
As our Principal Systems Engineer you will be an industry-recognized expert in an engineering ... Our Values Environmental, Social and Governance Curtiss-Wright's Defense Solution division is a ...
As our Principal Systems Engineer you will be an industry-recognized expert in an engineering ... Our Values Environmental, Social and Governance Curtiss-Wright's Defense Solution division is a ...
Principal Systems Engineer-Defense We are growing and looking for a Principal Systems Engineer to ... Our Values Environmental, Social and Governance Curtiss-Wright's Defense Solution division is a ...
Principal Systems Engineer-Defense We are growing and looking for a Principal Systems Engineer to ... Our Values Environmental, Social and Governance Curtiss-Wright's Defense Solution division is a ...
As our Principal Systems Engineer you will be an industry-recognized expert in an engineering ... Our Values Environmental, Social and Governance Curtiss-Wright's Defense Solution division is a ...
As our Principal Systems Engineer you will be an industry-recognized expert in an engineering ... Our Values Environmental, Social and Governance Curtiss-Wright's Defense Solution division is a ...
As our Principal Systems Engineer you will be an industry-recognized expert in an engineering ... Our Values Environmental, Social and Governance Curtiss-Wright's Defense Solution division is a ...
As our Principal Systems Engineer you will be an industry-recognized expert in an engineering ... Our Values Environmental, Social and Governance Curtiss-Wright's Defense Solution division is a ...
Principal Embedded Software Engineer- Onsite
Ashburn, VA · On-site
$125K - $175K/yr
Principal Embedded Software Engineer - Onsite position Do you have a passion to invent, design and ... Home | Curtiss-Wright Defense Solutions (curtisswrightds.com) #LI-YH1 No unsolicited agency ...
Principal Embedded Software Engineer- Onsite
Ashburn, VA · On-site
$125K - $175K/yr
Principal Embedded Software Engineer - Onsite position Do you have a passion to invent, design and ... Home | Curtiss-Wright Defense Solutions (curtisswrightds.com) #LI-YH1 No unsolicited agency ...
Principal Hardware Engineer - Remote
Ashburn, VA · On-site
$144.10 - $190/hr
Curtiss Wright is expanding and has multiple openings for experienced **Principal Hardware Engineer** to join our Defense Solutions Group. This role involves planning, leading, and **designing ...
Principal Hardware Engineer - Remote
Ashburn, VA · On-site
$144.10 - $190/hr
Curtiss Wright is expanding and has multiple openings for experienced **Principal Hardware Engineer** to join our Defense Solutions Group. This role involves planning, leading, and **designing ...
Principal Systems Engineer - Defense-Ashburn, Virginia
The Plains, VA · On-site
$144K - $190K/yr
As our Principal Systems Engineer you will be an industry-recognized expert in an engineering ... Our Values Environmental, Social and Governance Curtiss-Wright's Defense Solution division is a ...
Principal Systems Engineer - Defense-Ashburn, Virginia
The Plains, VA · On-site
$144K - $190K/yr
As our Principal Systems Engineer you will be an industry-recognized expert in an engineering ... Our Values Environmental, Social and Governance Curtiss-Wright's Defense Solution division is a ...
Principal Engineer
Brea, CA · On-site +1
$150K - $180K/yr
Principal Mechanical Engineer As a Principal Engineer, you will work with a team of mechanical ... Curtiss-Wright is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive ...
Principal Engineer
Brea, CA · On-site +1
$150K - $180K/yr
Principal Mechanical Engineer As a Principal Engineer, you will work with a team of mechanical ... Curtiss-Wright is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive ...
Principal Electrical Engineer
East Farmingdale, NY · On-site
$160K - $180K/yr
Principal Electrical Engineer We design and build VPX-style embedded computing cards for high ... Curtiss-Wright is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive ...
Principal Electrical Engineer
East Farmingdale, NY · On-site
$160K - $180K/yr
Principal Electrical Engineer We design and build VPX-style embedded computing cards for high ... Curtiss-Wright is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive ...
$144 - $190/hr
## Principal Embedded Software Engineer- RemoteApplylocations: US-NH-Remote Worktime type: Full ... Home | Curtiss-Wright Defense Solutions (curtisswrightds.com)#LI-RF1*No unsolicited agency ...
$144 - $190/hr
## Principal Embedded Software Engineer- RemoteApplylocations: US-NH-Remote Worktime type: Full ... Home | Curtiss-Wright Defense Solutions (curtisswrightds.com)#LI-RF1*No unsolicited agency ...
Principal Systems Engineer - Defense
Ashburn, VA · On-site
$144.10 - $190/hr
Principal Systems Engineer - Defense**We are growing and looking for a ***Principal Systems ... Curtiss-Wright is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive ...
Principal Systems Engineer - Defense
Ashburn, VA · On-site
$144.10 - $190/hr
Principal Systems Engineer - Defense**We are growing and looking for a ***Principal Systems ... Curtiss-Wright is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive ...
Quality Assurance Engineer
Cheswick, PA · On-site
$59K - $86K/yr
Curtiss-Wright EMD is searching for Quality Engineers to support its Quality Team in the design and manufacture of EMD's highly engineered products. Since 1952 Curtiss Wright EMD has been integral to ...
Quality Assurance Engineer
Cheswick, PA · On-site
$59K - $86K/yr
Curtiss-Wright EMD is searching for Quality Engineers to support its Quality Team in the design and manufacture of EMD's highly engineered products. Since 1952 Curtiss Wright EMD has been integral to ...
Applications Engineer
Cincinnati, OH · On-site
Application Engineers at the Curtiss-Wright Nuclear Division QualTech NP Cincinnati location supports the development and delivery of product and service solutions by combining technical expertise ...
Applications Engineer
Cincinnati, OH · On-site
Application Engineers at the Curtiss-Wright Nuclear Division QualTech NP Cincinnati location supports the development and delivery of product and service solutions by combining technical expertise ...
Structural Integrity Engineer Principal
Shelby, NC · On-site
$131K - $189K/yr
As our Structural Integrity Engineer you will perform static stress, fatigue life and damage ... Curtiss-Wright is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive ...
Structural Integrity Engineer Principal
Shelby, NC · On-site
$131K - $189K/yr
As our Structural Integrity Engineer you will perform static stress, fatigue life and damage ... Curtiss-Wright is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive ...
Quality Assurance Engineer
$59K - $86K/yr
Curtiss-Wright EMD is searching for Quality Engineers to support its Quality Team in the design and manufacture of EMD's highly engineered products. Since 1952 Curtiss Wright EMD has been integral to ...
Quality Assurance Engineer
$59K - $86K/yr
Curtiss-Wright EMD is searching for Quality Engineers to support its Quality Team in the design and manufacture of EMD's highly engineered products. Since 1952 Curtiss Wright EMD has been integral to ...
Quality Assurance Engineer
Cincinnati, OH · On-site
Quality Assurance Engineers at the Curtiss-Wright Nuclear Cincinnati location develop, implement and maintains quality assurance protocols and methods for processing materials into finished products ...
Quality Assurance Engineer
Cincinnati, OH · On-site
Quality Assurance Engineers at the Curtiss-Wright Nuclear Cincinnati location develop, implement and maintains quality assurance protocols and methods for processing materials into finished products ...
Systems Engineer, Lead-Shelby, North Carolina
Forest City, NC · On-site
$99K - $143K/yr
Understanding of system engineering principals and methodology. Strong interpersonal and team ... Curtiss-Wright is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive ...
Systems Engineer, Lead-Shelby, North Carolina
Forest City, NC · On-site
$99K - $143K/yr
Understanding of system engineering principals and methodology. Strong interpersonal and team ... Curtiss-Wright is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive ...
Applications Engineer
$76K - $85K/yr
Application Engineers at the Curtiss-Wright Nuclear Division QualTech NP Cincinnati location supports the development and delivery of product and service solutions by combining technical expertise ...
Applications Engineer
$76K - $85K/yr
Application Engineers at the Curtiss-Wright Nuclear Division QualTech NP Cincinnati location supports the development and delivery of product and service solutions by combining technical expertise ...
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$144K - $190K/yr
Full-time
Medical, Retirement, PTO
Re-posted 12 days ago
Curtiss-Wright rating
8.4
Based on 36 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz
98th of 494 rated machine equipment manufacturers
Job description
We are growing and looking for a Principal Systems Engineer to join our team!
As our Principal Systems Engineer, you will be an industry-recognized expert in an engineering discipline or specialty area. You will have created or significantly changed technology over at least a decade of time and continue to lead the business' technical growth.
Location: Ashburn, VA
Salary Range:$ 144,100.00 - 190,000.00 per year plus bonus
Please note that the salary range information provided is a general guideline only, reflecting a position based in New Hampshire. Criteria such as the candidate's qualifications and relevant experience, the scope of the specific position, as well as market and business considerations will be evaluated when extending an offer.
We Take Care of Our People
Paid Time Off I 401K with Employer Match and Profit Sharing I Health and Wellness Benefits I Learning and Development Opportunities I Referral Program I Competitive Pay I Recognition I Employee Stock Purchase Plan I Inclusive & Supportive Culture
Salary Range: $ 144,100.00 - 190,000.00 per year plus bonus
Please note that the salary range information provided is a general guideline only, reflecting a position based in Virginia. Criteria such as the candidate's qualifications and relevant experience, the scope of the specific position, as well as market and business considerations will be evaluated when extending an offer.
Your Challenge:
- Leading large technical teams to meet complex customer requirements
- Representing the company as the technical expert to customers, suppliers, and CW management
- Synthesizing requirements into the lowest risk solution available
- Producing technical documentation to adequately describe CW's solution to both the customer and the engineering team
- Providing technical guidance to cross functional teams
- Reporting technical status and way forward to varied audiences
- Recommending training to enhance team development
- Evaluating technical performance and potential to individual performers and job applicants; assuming technical responsibility for the performance of the teams in his/her charge
What You Bring:
- 10 plus years of experience at US DoD Primes or at a company that directly supports them.
- Knowledge of system hardware/software development, integration and test for deployed military vehicle applications
- Exceptional problem solving skills
- Expert knowledge of the systems engineering tools DOORS and Cameo
- Working knowledge of engineering development tools like Clearquest, JIRA, and Rational Development Tools
- Ability to operate and debug Linux and VxWorks based computing systems
- Solid understanding of SOSA and VPX system design standards
- Solid understanding of serial communication protocols such as MIL-STD-1553, RS422, RS485, RS232, 10G and 100G Gigabit Ethernet, PCIe, USB
- Solid understanding of the latest processing and graphics solutions
- Excellent troubleshooting skills of rugged computing systems
- Ability to lead in a team environment
- Ability to drive clarity to ambiguous requests or requirements
- Ability to work well in a fast-paced professional office environment
- Experience conducting System Safety Assessment, Functional Hazard assessment and Failure Mode Effects Analysis is a plus
- Previous experience in RTCA/DO-254/DO-178 processes and FAA Certification is a plus
- Experience with Microsoft Office including Word Excel, PowerPoint and Project
- BS Computer Science, BS Software Engineering, BS Electrical Engineering preferred
Who We Are:
Our Values
Environmental, Social and Governance
Curtiss-Wright's Defense Solution division is a trusted, proven leader, delivering superior products and services that meet the defense and aerospace industries' toughest challenges with best-in-class value. Our solutions address air, ground, and naval defense applications, and are focused on growth segments with a high demand for advanced technology, enhanced safety, security, and performance. As a leading Modular Open Systems Approach (MOSA) solutions supplier for battlefield platforms and communication systems, we are uniquely positioned to benefit from the DoD's commitment to maintaining technological superiority on the battlefield.
To learn more visit: https://www.curtisswrightds.com/
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Compliance Statement
This position may require exposure to export-controlled information and subject to additional security screening. In the event information provided during the security screening reveals ineligibility to access export-controlled information, any offer of employment may be reconsidered or withdrawn.
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Curtiss-Wright Actuation Division designs, manufactures and supports electro-mechanical actuation products and systems for use in demanding applications in Aerospace, Defense and Industrial Automation markets. Our market leading solutions help improve the reliability, efficiency and performance of our customers' operations and platforms, as well as reducing their environmental impact with energy efficient electro-mechanical designs and technology. For the Aerospace market, we supply actuation systems for flight control, landing gear, utility and other applications on both commercial and military aircraft. In Ground & Naval Defense markets, we support a wide array of applications ranging from door assist, ramp and hatch actuation, weapons handling systems, radar and launch platform actuation, and robotic (AUV/ROV) actuation. In Industrial Automation, our Exlar® actuators are globally recognized as a leading brand offering high power density, precision and reliability for machine/process applications in automotive, food & beverage, oil & gas, robotics, entertainment and many other industries.
Industry
Computer and electronic product manufacturing
Company size
5,001 - 10,000 Employees
Headquarters location
Davidson, NC, US
Year founded
1929