Systems Engineering Director jobs in Santa Cruz, CA

Systems Engineering Director oversees the department responsible for the planning and engineering of an organization's systems infrastructure. Provides leadership to the team and ensures the requirements of the projects/contracts are met. Being a Systems Engineering Director ensures that hardware and/or software are designed and installed in a manner that meets the needs of the organization. Evaluates, designs and develops existing reports/documents for the performance of the systems. Additionally, Systems Engineering Director requires a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to top management. The Systems Engineering Director manages a departmental sub-function within a broader departmental function. Creates functional strategies and specific objectives for the sub-function and develops budgets/policies/procedures to support the functional infrastructure. Deep knowledge of the managed sub-function and solid knowledge of the overall departmental function. To be a Systems Engineering Director typically requires 5+ years of managerial experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Systems Engineering Lead - Avionics
  • Joby Aviation
  • Santa Cruz, CA FULL_TIME
  • Joby Overview

    Located in Northern California, the team at Joby Aviation is driven by our goal of creating an affordable, all-electric air transportation system. Imagine a piloted air taxi that takes off vertically, then quietly carries you and your fellow passengers over the congested city streets below, enabling you to spend more time with the people and places that matter most. Since 2009, our team has worked steadily to make this dream a reality. We’ve designed and tested many generations of prototype aircraft capable of serving in a network of electric air taxis. We’re looking for talented, committed individuals to join our team as we push onwards toward certifying the Joby aircraft with the Federal Aviation Administration, scaling our manufacturing, and preparing to launch commercial service in 2025.

    Overview

    The Systems Engineers will own the architecture, integration, and life-cycle success of a single or multiple avionics systems, ranging from requirements management, development, certification, and entry into service. 

    Joby Aviation is looking for a passionate Avionics Engineering leader to join our growing team. This is a leadership position that provides the engineer a chance to interact with many of the key teams and disciplines within the company.  The Systems Engineering Avionics Lead will provide technical guidance and coordination across the Avionics Systems, including interior and exterior lighting. This role will own the architecture, integration, and life-cycle success of the Avionics and lighting system, ranging from requirements management, development, certification, and entry into service.  This role will be responsible for leading the development and certification of systems and sub-systems and ensuring successful design validation and verification.  The Systems Engineering Avionics Lead will work very closely with FAA Engineers and Joby DERs to ensure the avionics systems comply with all federal airworthiness regulations.

     

    This position requires a solid understanding of aircraft systems, system development, and industry specific certification processes. This position requires enough background knowledge and a willingness to learn to enable one to understand the complex trade-offs involved in the system design both within Avionics and across the aircraft systems as a whole.  

     

    The most important traits at Joby are a positive attitude towards the project, strong work ethic, and being able to self-manage and learn new skills.  Forward thinking and the ability to adapt quickly to a fast-paced environment are a must.

    Responsibilities

    The Systems Engineering Lead will be responsible for the following activities:

     

    • Leading the Avionics system development activities defined by the Joby Product Development Process, including technical project management oversight
    • Recruiting, developing, and managing a team of systems engineers to achieve company objectives by providing technical direction, monitoring progress, and problem solving
    • Serving as the Avionics functional focal for Vendor or supplier management including coordination, scheduling, and contract management.
    • Ensuring that systems, sub-systems, and associated hardware and software are designed, installed, and maintained in a manner that meets all company objectives and FAA certification requirements
    • Developing and implementing the Avionics systems, including but not limited to:

      o Architecture and design trade studies in support of requirements validation

      o System schematics, interface control documents, and system design descriptions

      o System performance analyses

      o Systems integration testing

      o System functional testing

      o Failure modes and effects testing

      o System design reviews

      o System design reports

     

    • Review, and approve:

      o System requirements

      o Validation and verification plans and evidence

      o System safety analyses

      o Engineering specifications

      o Installation, rigging, calibration, and maintenance procedures

      o System and equipment test plans and reports

      o Compliance documentation

    • Serving as the Avionics functional focal for system and sub-system integration and coordination activities with various departments, suppliers and the certification authorities
    • Coordinate as required to execute and manage system design projects, testing, certification, and production readiness
    • Various project management tasks as required

    Required

    • Expert-level understanding of the development and certification of complex, integrated, safety-critical aircraft systems
    • Working knowledge of avionics, electrical systems, and related equipment, technical standard orders, and minimum performance standards
    • Must be highly effective at leading technical professionals, including individual mentorship, task management, and skills and performance development
    • Highly skilled at creating and reviewing technical schematics, interface control documents, logical and functional diagrams, and engineering specifications
    • Expert-level understanding and application in practice of the SAE ARP 4754A and SAE ARP 4761 system development and development assurance processes
    • Proficient in preparing and presenting design reviews for complex, highly integrated systems
    • Proficient in managing complex sets of requirements
    • Previous experience in system integration testing
    • Excellent problem solving, communication, and technical writing skills
    • Strong ability to communicate company objectives, technical content, and FAA certification requirements and expectations to a variety of stakeholders
    • Bachelor of Science in Engineering or related technical discipline required; Electrical, Mechanical, Aerospace, or Systems Engineering preferred
    • 8 years of aviation or defense industry experience
    • Proficient in English
    • Proficient with Microsoft Office and Google Docs

    Desired

    • Working knowledge of DO-178C and DO-254 processes
    • Working knowledge of RTCA/DO-160G environmental qualification standards
    • Previous experience defining system controls, crew indications, and flight manual procedures
    • Whole-aircraft FAA certification project experience, Part 23 or Part 27 preferred
    • Working knowledge of FAA regulations, guidance material, and industry standards
    • Experience and involvement with industry groups to develop consensus standards
    • Master of Science in Systems Engineering or related discipline
    • Private pilot certificate or higher
    • Familiar with Dassault Systèmes engineering and management tools
    • Familiar with Siemens Polarion requirements management tool 

     

    Compensation at Joby is a combination of base pay and Restricted Stock Units (RSUs). The target base pay for this position is $148,200 - $231,000/year. The compensation package offered will be determined by location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.

     

    Joby also offers a comprehensive benefits package, including paid time off, healthcare benefits, a 401(k) plan with a company match, an employee stock purchase plan (ESPP), short-term and long-term disability coverage, life insurance, and more.

     

    Joby Aviation is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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Director of Mechanical Engineering
  • Future Motion
  • Santa Cruz, CA FULL_TIME
  • A strong player/coach who can personally do world-class Mechanical Engineering, CAD, simulation, DFM, etc. while managing, leading and mentoring a small (two-person) team of mechanical engineers and m...
  • 6 Days Ago

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Systems Administrator
  • Santa Cruz County Bank
  • Watsonville, CA FULL_TIME
  • DescriptionAbout the Role:The System Administrator provides support to end users on a variety of issues. Identifies, researches, and resolves technical problems. Responds to telephone calls, email and...
  • 19 Days Ago

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Systems Administrator
  • Digital NEST
  • watsonville, CA FULL_TIME
  • Job Title: Systems AdministrationCompensation: $80,000-94,000 exempt Full-time: 100% FTE, 40 hours per weekBenefits: Medical, vision, and dental insurance, paid time off and flex holidays, life insura...
  • 15 Days Ago

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Systems Administrator
  • CALIFORNIA GIANT INC
  • Watsonville, CA OTHER
  • Position Title: Systems AdministratorEmployment Status: Full-time - ExemptDepartment: Information Technology Position Reports To: Information Technology Manager Summary Description:The Systems Adminis...
  • 16 Days Ago

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Engineering - Hardware
  • Universal Audio
  • Scotts, CA FULL_TIME
  • If you are passionate about Hardware Engineering and Audio Product design and development, but you do not currently see an ideal job posting match, we still encourage you to submit your resume. Univer...
  • 8 Days Ago

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Program Manager
  • Artech L.L.C.
  • Mountain View, CA
  • Job Description Overview The Program Manager will lead global delivery of a group of assigned projects related to Augmen...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Firefighter/Paramedic (Lateral Recruitment)
  • City of Santa Cruz, CA
  • Santa Cruz, CA
  • Salary : $84,696.00 - $127,368.00 Annually Location : City of Santa Cruz, CA Job Type: Regular Full-Time Job Number: 24-...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Renewables Machine Learning & Data Science Leader (Sr. Manager - Director level) - REMOTE
  • ThinkBAC Consulting
  • San Jose, CA
  • Job Description Energy Storage Machine Learning & Data Science Leader (Sr. Manager to Director level) - Energy Trading L...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Senior Technical Lead - Design - Electrical Utilities
  • Entrust Solutions Group
  • San Jose, CA
  • What You'll Do: Serve as the engineering support technical advisor to the Director Lead all design, drafting and support...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Director of Operations
  • The Judge Group
  • San Jose, CA
  • The Judge Group is currently in search of a Director of Operations for a Fortune 500 manufacturing client in California....
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Intrinsic Reliability Engineer Internship
  • Analog Devices
  • San Jose, CA
  • Are you a problem solver looking for a hands-on internship position with a market-leading company that will help develop...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Supervising Plans Examiner
  • City of Santa Cruz, CA
  • Santa Cruz, CA
  • Salary : $97,464.00 - $137,136.00 Annually Location : City of Santa Cruz, CA Job Type: Regular Full-Time Job Number: 24-...
  • 3/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Cultural Burning/Fire Program Manager
  • Amah Mutsun Land Trust
  • Santa Cruz, CA
  • Job Description Job Description Amah Mutsun Land Trust Fire, Cultural Burn Program Manager Background Organizational Bac...
  • 3/24/2024 12:00:00 AM

Santa Cruz (/ˈsæntə ˈkruːz/, Spanish: Holy Cross) is the county seat and largest city of Santa Cruz County, California. As of 2013 the U.S. Census Bureau estimated Santa Cruz's population at 62,864. Situated on the northern edge of Monterey Bay, about 32 mi (51 km) south of San Jose and 75 mi (120 km) south of San Francisco, the city is part of the 12-county San Jose-San Francisco-Oakland Combined Statistical Area. Santa Cruz is known for its moderate climate, natural environment, coastline, redwood forests, alternative community lifestyles, and socially liberal leanings. It is also home to th...
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