Aircraft Subsystems Architect - Engineer
SOGECLAIR
Apply to this job Wichita, Kansas, US on site Until 8/22/2026 10+ years exp First posted March 17, 2026 Last posted March 17, 2026
Job description
- Work with customers, sales, program managers and systems engineers to translate high level customer requirements into specific and detailed platform and product requirements
- Develop functional requirements and interfaces for the mission management system and integration of the sensing and communication sub-systems
- Own the mission system architecture from designing roadmaps, performing trade studies, developing Concept of Operations, elaborating requirements and interfaces throughout the life-cycle of the program
- Lead the architecture through design phase milestones including Critical Design Reviews and Critical Integration Reviews
- Conduct solution tradeoff studies that lead to the definition of the product
- Communicate architectures and configurations across engineering disciplines
- Define the Validation & Verification activities from concept to execution including the associated documentation
- Develop Specifications for and integrate potential suppliers/vendors solutions
- Engage in new business pursuits including white papers and proposals.
- Develop data-based observations and recommendations that will be presented to senior leadership.
- Participate in the development of our Digital and Systems Engineering Strategy and Implementation
- Apply Modular Open System Approach (MOSA) concepts
Requirements
- You have more than 10 years of relevant experience in Mission Management Systems development, Command & Control Communications and Sensor, integration and certification.
- You have strong knowledge of complex systems development process methodologies and associated practices. (ex: ARP4754, ARP4761)
- You must have familiarity with NATO Standardization Agreement STANAG 4671 and 4586
- You are open minded, curious, rigorous and methodical. You wish to develop your systems engineering capabilities.
- You strive for harmonious cohesive teamwork and support knowledge sharing amongst team members.
- You have excellent analytical and problem-solving skills. You approach problem solving with a holistic view.
- You have strong communication skills and can easily tailor your communication to suit the audience
- Possess a university degree in Electrical, Aerospace or Mechanical Engineering
- This position requires a solid understanding of aircraft systems, system development, industry specific certification processes
Preferred Skills
- Self-starter with a disciplined approach to managing complex projects independently.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and data visualization tools.
About this role
Summary
Designs and manages aircraft subsystem architectures, ensuring system integration, certification, and compliance.
Job title
Aircraft Subsystems Architect - Engineer
Experience level
more than 10 years
Minimum experience
10+ years exp
Industry
aerospace
Location requirements
Wichita, Kansas; on-site work only
Salary
Not specified
Management role
No
Skills & keywords
Required skills
systems developmentARP4754ARP4761NATO STANAG 4671NATO STANAG 4586system integrationrequirements developmenttrade studiesvalidation and verificationsupplier engagement
Preferred skills
self-starterproject managementdata visualizationMicrosoft Office
Specializations
mission management systemssystem architectureintegrationcertificationmodular open system
Locations
Structured locations inferred from the posting.
Wichita, KS, USA
On-site City