Senior Systems Engineer

Senior Systems EngineerVolant Partners, Inc is seeking a Senior Systems Engineer with a strong electrical engineering background to assist our clients with the development and deployment of their products and hardware.

Responsibilities will vary, but the selected candidate will contribute to areas such as authoring and updating certification documentation and verifying requirements traceability among various electrical diagrams and schematics. Successful candidates will use their knowledge in systems engineering combined with their experience in electrical engineering to successfully manage complex projects and drive results. We are looking for self-starters and decision makers that are comfortable in new situations where success is dependent on quickly understanding client challenges and addressing them. This individual must have excellent communication skills (written, verbal, and presentation) and be able to communicate effectively with different engineering disciplines, project and client leadership. This position will be fully onsite and we are seeking candidates in the greater Seattle area or candidates who are willing to relocate to the Seattle area.Typical ResponsibilitiesAuthor technical specificationsAuthor and modify existing certification documentationDesign and certify panels used in aircraftsDevelop complex, high-reliability electronic hardware for aircraftsReview, understand, and assess schematics to ensure that design align with requirementsIdentify any gaps between the schematics and the certification documentationRequirement elicitation, decompositionRequirement allocation and trackingParticipate in processes improvementRequired QualificationsBachelor's or Master's degree in engineering, mathematics, electrical, computer science or related technical course of studyMinimum of 6+ years of engineering or consulting experienceA consultative mindset and strong communication skills (verbal, written, and presentations) to work directly with client multidisciplinary teams to solve problems and advance client's objectivesProven systems engineering and problem-solving skills in an integrated team environmentProven track record of managing time and resources to meet deadlinesAbility to define and interpret high level requirements and trace these requirements to product electrical schematics and diagramsA foundation in digital and analog circuit design, analysis, power conversion, and PCB layout.Skills in requirement verification activitiesAbility to make decisions and execute to the planExperience with requirements development, management and traceabilitySpecialized knowledge of electrical engineering and how it relates to systems engineeringExperience developing and decomposing system and subsystem requirementsAbility to earn the trust of clients and influence leadership and key technical resourcesMaintains positive and professional relationships and promotes an environment of teamwork and collaboration in a diverse work environmentAvailable to be onsite at client facilities in the greater Seattle areaMust be a US Person - U.S. citizen, U.S. permanent resident, or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylumPreferred QualificationsExperience working in regulated industries such as defense or aviationExperience working in a consulting or engineering services companyExperience with product development life cycleExperience using industry leading requirements management tools (DOORS Classic/DNG, JAMA etc.)Experience using Confluence and JIRAKnowledge of Configuration ManagementCompensation & Benefits The salary range for this position is currently $142,000 to $177,000 based on current market data. Actual compensation will depend on the successful candidates' work location, qualifications, skills, and depth of experience. As an employee-owned company, the total compensation for this position will include Stock Options and eligibility for the Utilization, VP Accelerator and Profit-Sharing bonus programs. Our comprehensive benefits include 401k matching; medical, dental, vision and prescription drug benefits; flexible spending accounts; life and disability insurance; and a generous company contribution to an HSA account. Employees will also receive 15 days paid vacation and 10 days paid sick leave each year, as well as 12+ paid holidays scheduled throughout the calendar year.Volant Partners is an Equal Opportunity Employer: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.