Systems Engineer

Systems EngineerCompany OverviewNear Earth Autonomy is creating a future where autonomous flight is commonplace and safe. Our technology enables aircraft ranging in scale from sub-meter to full scale to autonomously inspect, map, survey, and transport. We are serious about system design, development, real-world testing, and delivering to customers working, useful systems.Job Responsibilities and DutiesThe Systems Engineer (SE) will contribute to the development of aviation autonomy systems. This role will support the software development and release process, focusing on requirements development and validation, design reviews, developmental testing, and software and system verification. The SE will be embedded in a cross-functional product team, working closely with software engineers, product managers, and test engineers. The SE will help to improve systems processes over time to enable rapid development of safe and effective flight software.A summary of roles and responsibilities includes:Development: Requirements definitionTracing of requirements, software components, and test artifactsSystem and software architecture definition via diagrams and documentationSoftware interface controlDesign reviewsVerification: Test planning and executionSoftware and system-level verification and validationSoftware unit test, integration testing, simulation, and flight testingRelease management: DocumentationConfiguration managementIssue tracking and resolution planningThis role includes travel approximately once per quarter for field testing.Required Qualifications and SkillsBachelor's degree or higher in Systems Engineering, Software Engineering, or another relevant engineering field5+ years of industry experience participating in at least one complete project cycle, including definition, development, deployment, and verificationDirect experience with software requirements and verification.Strong written, oral, and interpersonal communication skillsAbility to assess tasks and apply appropriate processes, tools, and levels of formality and to adapt to changes in courseAbility to work independently and balance multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced environmentThis position will be based in Pittsburgh, PA, with time primarily in the office and a portion of time in the fieldDesired Qualifications and SkillsExperience in aviation or autonomous vehicles.Experience in defense markets.Experience in development of software products.Experience in documenting and modeling software systems via UML and other methods.Experience with safety critical software systems.Proficiency in a requirements tracking tool (e.g., DOORS, Jama, Visure).Due to the nature of Near Earth's funding, this position is restricted to US persons.BenefitsStock options401(k) planHealth, dental, and vision benefitsLife insurance; long-term and short-term disability benefitsPowered by JazzHR