AIRBUS U.S. Space & Defense, Inc.
Arlington, Virginia
Job DescriptionJob Description Multiple Locations Available: Arlington, VA or Herndon, VA Airbus U.S. Space & Defense, Inc offers advanced solutions to meet the most complex U.S. defense, security, space, and intelligence requirements. Celebrating over 50 years in the US, we remain a trusted government partner, leveraging world-class satellite, laser communication, rotor and fixed wing solutions to help our national security, defense and space focused customers meet their missions. Airbus U.S. looks to employ a commitment driven team, dedicated to enabling our customer's mission success. We are committed to maintaining a diverse and inclusive work environment and a welcoming and engaging staff. With competitive compensation and superior employee benefits, as well as a commitment to fostering individual career growth, Airbus U.S. is the place where top talent wants to work. Position Summary: Airbus US is looking for a Cyber Security Product Risk Manager who works with specialists from the Cyber, Space Engineering, and Contracts departments to ensure our products meet the applicable hardening requirements with a view that cyber risks are identified and controlled during the entire product life cycle. The products include Spacecraft and associated ancillary components. Primary Responsibilities: Responsible for the Cyber security of our products. Develop methodology to detect security events on hardware, including PCB analysis, and debug port detection. Extract and reverse engineer firmware, exploit development. Knowledge of Space BUS architecture, Secure boot Production of System Security Plan (SSP). These artifacts include - a System Security Plan (SSP), Risk Assessment Report, Security Controls Traceability Matrix, and Plans of Actions & Milestones (POA&Ms). Familiarity with the NIST 800-53 controls (as applied through CNSSI-1253). Working as an individual contributor representing the Cyber team within the Space engineering team to architect, implement, and execute Risk Management Framework (RMF) CyberSecurity, CyberResilience, Cyber Survivability requirements of satellite systems, onboard computers, and flight software. All candidates must be capable of supporting cybersecurity assessment events where they work closely with systems administrators and other cyber personnel and engineering personnel (ISSOs, ISSMs,) to satisfactorily demonstrate that all applicable security controls are implemented within the system boundary. Proactively engages with Compliance and Legal to ensure adherence with all external and internal compliance and regulatory requirements. Establishes strategic peer-to-peer partnerships with suppliers, manufacturers, and other industry experts in order to develop new products or improve existing products while ensuring that applicable boundaries/firewalls are respected. Manages multiple product and capability initiatives to drive clear prioritization and direction to cross-functional teams including Cyber Security, and Space Engineering from Airbus US as well as key client representatives. Provides leadership and serves as the escalation point for all issues arising across functional teams in assigned workstreams. Provide updates to senior leaders and other internal and external stakeholders on integration project statuses on a regular basis. Actively seeks and gathers customer/stakeholder feedback and applies is to product development as appropriate. Develop business opportunities through peer-to-peer relationships with industry influencers and government decision-makers. Other projects as assigned Primary Qualifications: Education: Bachelor's Degree in stem field (Cyber security, Electrical engineering, Aeronautical engineering, Aerospace Engineering) or equivalent experience (5 years Cybersecurity experience in the aerospace industry or military). Experience: Familiarity with the NIST 800-53 controls (as applied through CNSSI-1253) and Development Security operations. Extensive experience of RMF implementation and defensive Cyber operations Minimum of 5 years Project Management experience that includes: Leading large complex programs over multiple releases A proven track record of launching new products or applications with demonstrated business impact Ability to influence and coordinate multi-functional teams Qualifications: Demonstrated experience of effective verbal and written communication skills across functions and multiple levels of leadership Demonstrated ability to manage complex initiatives and projects in a matrixed, high-speed, and quickly changing business environment. Outstanding communication, relationship-building influencing, and collaboration skills. Demonstrated strong quality/process improvement experience, with relevant examples that improved business performance and customer experience Advanced problem-solving skills with the ability to develop innovative solutions in a fast-changing environment. Communication Skills (Spoken, Written, Influencing, Proficiency in Other Languages): Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written. Fluent U.S. English speaker Technical Systems Proficiency: Requires advanced computer skills with a focus on Microsoft Office applications. Travel Required: Up to 25% travel Eligibility: US citizenship is required Clearance: Ability to obtain and maintain a Government security clearance at the facility clearance level Equal Opportunity: Airbus provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetics, pregnancy, marital status, veteran status, or other legally protected status. In addition to federal law requirements, Airbus complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, demotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, benefits, and training. Airbus expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetics, pregnancy, marital status, veteran status or other legally protected status. As a matter of policy, Airbus does not sponsor visas for US positions unless specified. Only applicants with current work authorization will be considered. Airbus does not offer tenured or guaranteed employment. Employment with Airbus is at will, meaning either the company or the employee can terminate the employment relationship at any time, with or without cause, with or without notice. Airbus reserves the right to revise or change job duties and responsibilities as the need arises. This position description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment. By submitting your resume or application you are consenting to Airbus using and storing information about you for monitoring purposes relating to your application or future employment. This information will only be used by Airbus. Airbus is committed to achieving workforce diversity and creating an inclusive working environment. We welcome all applications irrespective of social and cultural background, age, gender, disability, sexual orientation, or religious belief. Airbus is, and always has been, committed to equal opportunities for all. As such, we will never ask for any type of monetary exchange in the frame of a recruitment process. Any impersonation of Airbus to do so should be reported to . Job Posted by ApplicantPro
Job DescriptionJob Description Multiple Locations Available: Arlington, VA or Herndon, VA Airbus U.S. Space & Defense, Inc offers advanced solutions to meet the most complex U.S. defense, security, space, and intelligence requirements. Celebrating over 50 years in the US, we remain a trusted government partner, leveraging world-class satellite, laser communication, rotor and fixed wing solutions to help our national security, defense and space focused customers meet their missions. Airbus U.S. looks to employ a commitment driven team, dedicated to enabling our customer's mission success. We are committed to maintaining a diverse and inclusive work environment and a welcoming and engaging staff. With competitive compensation and superior employee benefits, as well as a commitment to fostering individual career growth, Airbus U.S. is the place where top talent wants to work. Position Summary: Airbus US is looking for a Cyber Security Product Risk Manager who works with specialists from the Cyber, Space Engineering, and Contracts departments to ensure our products meet the applicable hardening requirements with a view that cyber risks are identified and controlled during the entire product life cycle. The products include Spacecraft and associated ancillary components. Primary Responsibilities: Responsible for the Cyber security of our products. Develop methodology to detect security events on hardware, including PCB analysis, and debug port detection. Extract and reverse engineer firmware, exploit development. Knowledge of Space BUS architecture, Secure boot Production of System Security Plan (SSP). These artifacts include - a System Security Plan (SSP), Risk Assessment Report, Security Controls Traceability Matrix, and Plans of Actions & Milestones (POA&Ms). Familiarity with the NIST 800-53 controls (as applied through CNSSI-1253). Working as an individual contributor representing the Cyber team within the Space engineering team to architect, implement, and execute Risk Management Framework (RMF) CyberSecurity, CyberResilience, Cyber Survivability requirements of satellite systems, onboard computers, and flight software. All candidates must be capable of supporting cybersecurity assessment events where they work closely with systems administrators and other cyber personnel and engineering personnel (ISSOs, ISSMs,) to satisfactorily demonstrate that all applicable security controls are implemented within the system boundary. Proactively engages with Compliance and Legal to ensure adherence with all external and internal compliance and regulatory requirements. Establishes strategic peer-to-peer partnerships with suppliers, manufacturers, and other industry experts in order to develop new products or improve existing products while ensuring that applicable boundaries/firewalls are respected. Manages multiple product and capability initiatives to drive clear prioritization and direction to cross-functional teams including Cyber Security, and Space Engineering from Airbus US as well as key client representatives. Provides leadership and serves as the escalation point for all issues arising across functional teams in assigned workstreams. Provide updates to senior leaders and other internal and external stakeholders on integration project statuses on a regular basis. Actively seeks and gathers customer/stakeholder feedback and applies is to product development as appropriate. Develop business opportunities through peer-to-peer relationships with industry influencers and government decision-makers. Other projects as assigned Primary Qualifications: Education: Bachelor's Degree in stem field (Cyber security, Electrical engineering, Aeronautical engineering, Aerospace Engineering) or equivalent experience (5 years Cybersecurity experience in the aerospace industry or military). Experience: Familiarity with the NIST 800-53 controls (as applied through CNSSI-1253) and Development Security operations. Extensive experience of RMF implementation and defensive Cyber operations Minimum of 5 years Project Management experience that includes: Leading large complex programs over multiple releases A proven track record of launching new products or applications with demonstrated business impact Ability to influence and coordinate multi-functional teams Qualifications: Demonstrated experience of effective verbal and written communication skills across functions and multiple levels of leadership Demonstrated ability to manage complex initiatives and projects in a matrixed, high-speed, and quickly changing business environment. Outstanding communication, relationship-building influencing, and collaboration skills. Demonstrated strong quality/process improvement experience, with relevant examples that improved business performance and customer experience Advanced problem-solving skills with the ability to develop innovative solutions in a fast-changing environment. Communication Skills (Spoken, Written, Influencing, Proficiency in Other Languages): Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written. Fluent U.S. English speaker Technical Systems Proficiency: Requires advanced computer skills with a focus on Microsoft Office applications. Travel Required: Up to 25% travel Eligibility: US citizenship is required Clearance: Ability to obtain and maintain a Government security clearance at the facility clearance level Equal Opportunity: Airbus provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetics, pregnancy, marital status, veteran status, or other legally protected status. In addition to federal law requirements, Airbus complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, demotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, benefits, and training. Airbus expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetics, pregnancy, marital status, veteran status or other legally protected status. As a matter of policy, Airbus does not sponsor visas for US positions unless specified. Only applicants with current work authorization will be considered. Airbus does not offer tenured or guaranteed employment. Employment with Airbus is at will, meaning either the company or the employee can terminate the employment relationship at any time, with or without cause, with or without notice. Airbus reserves the right to revise or change job duties and responsibilities as the need arises. This position description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment. By submitting your resume or application you are consenting to Airbus using and storing information about you for monitoring purposes relating to your application or future employment. This information will only be used by Airbus. Airbus is committed to achieving workforce diversity and creating an inclusive working environment. We welcome all applications irrespective of social and cultural background, age, gender, disability, sexual orientation, or religious belief. Airbus is, and always has been, committed to equal opportunities for all. As such, we will never ask for any type of monetary exchange in the frame of a recruitment process. Any impersonation of Airbus to do so should be reported to . Job Posted by ApplicantPro
AIRBUS U.S. Space & Defense, Inc.
Merritt Island, Florida
Job DescriptionJob Description This position offers FULLY REMOTE opportunities for candidates across the United States. Preferred work locations: Arlington VA, Denver CO, Houston, TX or Merritt Island, FL. Airbus U.S. Space & Defense, Inc offers advanced solutions to meet the most complex U.S. defense, security, space, and intelligence requirements. Celebrating over 50 years in the US, we remain a trusted government partner, leveraging world-class satellite, laser communication, rotor and fixed wing solutions to help our national security, defense and space focused customers meet their missions. Position Summary: Airbus U.S. is looking for an enthusiastic and creative senior software engineer to develop and test spacecraft flight software. We're looking for candidates who can bring exceptional programming skills and experience in embedded software development and testing to the team. Position Responsibilities: The Senior Software I&T Engineer's primary responsibility will be contributing to the development and testing of Airbus U.S.'s satellite flight software. This engineer will be involved in the full lifecycle of flight software development, from requirements definition through operations. However, because we are a small team where each person takes on many roles, this engineer will also contribute to mission concept development, in-house modeling and simulation capabilities, and proposal writing. Being at the cutting edge of space technology, we need someone who is eager to learn, grow, and take on new and potentially unfamiliar challenges. There is no shortage of fascinating problems to solve. The Senior Software I&T Engineer will provide autonomous support of complex assignments, under the leadership of the Software Team Lead and Software Engineering Manager. The Senior Software I&T Engineer will have project and subject matter responsibility and authority. Software Integration and Test - 80% Develop and execute FSW verifications tests using both proprietary satellite digital twin software and a Hardware in the Loop (HIL) FlatSat. Establish and document test methodologies and descriptions to test compliance with Airbus and customer-based requirements. Develop and implement software and tools for ground support equipment to test and validate flight software. Contribute to document management, including versioning, bug reporting, and test plan documentation. Oversee and conduct official validation tests. Flight Software - 10% Upgrade existing flight software for new missions Contribute to the development of new satellite flight software for Airbus U.S. satellite platforms Develop in-house tools to analyze flight software performance and assess its compatibility with new mission and conops Develop and execute flight software verification and validation tests at the unit, module, subsystem, and platform level Work with manufacturing engineers to support installation onto the hardware-in-the-loop test environments and eventual flight hardware Participate in anomaly resolution activities and patch existing flight software Additional Responsibilities - 10% Support working groups, both internal and with customers and/or vendors Support proposal writing, new business Assess the software impacts of new hardware, conops, and missions Qualified Experience / Skills / Training: Education: Bachelor's degree in STEM (Science, Technical, Engineering, Math) or related scientific areas. Preferred: Master's in STEM (Science, Technical, Engineering, Math) or related scientific areas. Experience: A minimum of 9 years with a Bachelor's degree, or 7 years with a Master's degree Proven track-record of working with space hardware and/or flight software systems, starting from conceptual designs and tradeoffs through detailed design, development, manufacture, integration, test, deployment, and operations. Knowledge, Skills, Demonstrated Capabilities: Insatiable curiosity and a demonstrated ability to learn and work independently Proficiency in C/C++ Expertise in one or more of the following: Simulators: numerical, emulator, and hardware in the loop Functional validation of embedded software on hardware Test scripting (TCL/Python) GNC algorithms design, analysis, testing, and implementation Embedded software development and testing Device driver development and testing of software/hardware interfaces Real-time operating systems programming, debugging, and testing Cybersecurity Software safety assurance Network topology and configuration Software requirements and configuration management Travel Required: Periodic travel (less than 20%) to Airbus U.S. facilities or partner companies. Occasional International travel to collaborate with European Airbus counterparts Eligibility: US Citizenship is required Clearance: Ability to obtain and maintain a Government security clearance. Active DoD security clearance at Secret or above highly desirable Physical Requirements: Vision: able to see and read computer screen and other electronic equipment with screens, able to read documents. Hearing: able to hear to participate in conversations in person and via teleconference or phone and to hear sounds including safety warnings or alarms. Equipment Operation (personal computer, telephone, copies, fax machine, and related office equipment and using electronic identification card to enter building floors and internal doors): able to operate most office and personal electronic equipment. Carrying: able to carry documents, electronic equipment and/or supplies up to 40lbs/9kg. Lifting: able to lift documents, electronic equipment and/or supplies up to 40lbs/9kg. Sitting: able to sit for long periods of time in meetings, working on computer. Squatting / Kneeling: able to occasionally squat or kneel to retrieve or replace items shelved on bottom shelves. Standing: able to stand for long periods of time. Walking: able to walk through office and outside areas including uneven surfaces. Equal Opportunity: Airbus provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetics, pregnancy, marital status, veteran status, or other legally protected status. In addition to federal law requirements, Airbus complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, demotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, benefits, and training. Airbus expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetics, pregnancy, marital status, veteran status or other legally protected status. As a matter of policy, Airbus does not sponsor visas for US positions unless specified. Only applicants with current work authorization will be considered. Airbus does not offer tenured or guaranteed employment. Employment with Airbus is at will, meaning either the company or the employee can terminate the employment relationship at any time, with or without cause, with or without notice. Airbus reserves the right to revise or change job duties and responsibilities as the need arises. This position description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment. By submitting your resume or application you are consenting to Airbus using and storing information about you for monitoring purposes relating to your application or future employment. This information will only be used by Airbus. Airbus is committed to achieving workforce diversity and creating an inclusive working environment. We welcome all applications irrespective of social and cultural background, age, gender, disability, sexual orientation, or religious belief. Airbus is, and always has been, committed to equal opportunities for all. As such, we will never ask for any type of monetary exchange in the frame of a recruitment process. Any impersonation of Airbus to do so should be reported to . Job Posted by ApplicantPro
Job DescriptionJob Description This position offers FULLY REMOTE opportunities for candidates across the United States. Preferred work locations: Arlington VA, Denver CO, Houston, TX or Merritt Island, FL. Airbus U.S. Space & Defense, Inc offers advanced solutions to meet the most complex U.S. defense, security, space, and intelligence requirements. Celebrating over 50 years in the US, we remain a trusted government partner, leveraging world-class satellite, laser communication, rotor and fixed wing solutions to help our national security, defense and space focused customers meet their missions. Position Summary: Airbus U.S. is looking for an enthusiastic and creative senior software engineer to develop and test spacecraft flight software. We're looking for candidates who can bring exceptional programming skills and experience in embedded software development and testing to the team. Position Responsibilities: The Senior Software I&T Engineer's primary responsibility will be contributing to the development and testing of Airbus U.S.'s satellite flight software. This engineer will be involved in the full lifecycle of flight software development, from requirements definition through operations. However, because we are a small team where each person takes on many roles, this engineer will also contribute to mission concept development, in-house modeling and simulation capabilities, and proposal writing. Being at the cutting edge of space technology, we need someone who is eager to learn, grow, and take on new and potentially unfamiliar challenges. There is no shortage of fascinating problems to solve. The Senior Software I&T Engineer will provide autonomous support of complex assignments, under the leadership of the Software Team Lead and Software Engineering Manager. The Senior Software I&T Engineer will have project and subject matter responsibility and authority. Software Integration and Test - 80% Develop and execute FSW verifications tests using both proprietary satellite digital twin software and a Hardware in the Loop (HIL) FlatSat. Establish and document test methodologies and descriptions to test compliance with Airbus and customer-based requirements. Develop and implement software and tools for ground support equipment to test and validate flight software. Contribute to document management, including versioning, bug reporting, and test plan documentation. Oversee and conduct official validation tests. Flight Software - 10% Upgrade existing flight software for new missions Contribute to the development of new satellite flight software for Airbus U.S. satellite platforms Develop in-house tools to analyze flight software performance and assess its compatibility with new mission and conops Develop and execute flight software verification and validation tests at the unit, module, subsystem, and platform level Work with manufacturing engineers to support installation onto the hardware-in-the-loop test environments and eventual flight hardware Participate in anomaly resolution activities and patch existing flight software Additional Responsibilities - 10% Support working groups, both internal and with customers and/or vendors Support proposal writing, new business Assess the software impacts of new hardware, conops, and missions Qualified Experience / Skills / Training: Education: Bachelor's degree in STEM (Science, Technical, Engineering, Math) or related scientific areas. Preferred: Master's in STEM (Science, Technical, Engineering, Math) or related scientific areas. Experience: A minimum of 9 years with a Bachelor's degree, or 7 years with a Master's degree Proven track-record of working with space hardware and/or flight software systems, starting from conceptual designs and tradeoffs through detailed design, development, manufacture, integration, test, deployment, and operations. Knowledge, Skills, Demonstrated Capabilities: Insatiable curiosity and a demonstrated ability to learn and work independently Proficiency in C/C++ Expertise in one or more of the following: Simulators: numerical, emulator, and hardware in the loop Functional validation of embedded software on hardware Test scripting (TCL/Python) GNC algorithms design, analysis, testing, and implementation Embedded software development and testing Device driver development and testing of software/hardware interfaces Real-time operating systems programming, debugging, and testing Cybersecurity Software safety assurance Network topology and configuration Software requirements and configuration management Travel Required: Periodic travel (less than 20%) to Airbus U.S. facilities or partner companies. Occasional International travel to collaborate with European Airbus counterparts Eligibility: US Citizenship is required Clearance: Ability to obtain and maintain a Government security clearance. Active DoD security clearance at Secret or above highly desirable Physical Requirements: Vision: able to see and read computer screen and other electronic equipment with screens, able to read documents. Hearing: able to hear to participate in conversations in person and via teleconference or phone and to hear sounds including safety warnings or alarms. Equipment Operation (personal computer, telephone, copies, fax machine, and related office equipment and using electronic identification card to enter building floors and internal doors): able to operate most office and personal electronic equipment. Carrying: able to carry documents, electronic equipment and/or supplies up to 40lbs/9kg. Lifting: able to lift documents, electronic equipment and/or supplies up to 40lbs/9kg. Sitting: able to sit for long periods of time in meetings, working on computer. Squatting / Kneeling: able to occasionally squat or kneel to retrieve or replace items shelved on bottom shelves. Standing: able to stand for long periods of time. Walking: able to walk through office and outside areas including uneven surfaces. Equal Opportunity: Airbus provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetics, pregnancy, marital status, veteran status, or other legally protected status. In addition to federal law requirements, Airbus complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, demotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, benefits, and training. Airbus expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetics, pregnancy, marital status, veteran status or other legally protected status. As a matter of policy, Airbus does not sponsor visas for US positions unless specified. Only applicants with current work authorization will be considered. Airbus does not offer tenured or guaranteed employment. Employment with Airbus is at will, meaning either the company or the employee can terminate the employment relationship at any time, with or without cause, with or without notice. Airbus reserves the right to revise or change job duties and responsibilities as the need arises. This position description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment. By submitting your resume or application you are consenting to Airbus using and storing information about you for monitoring purposes relating to your application or future employment. This information will only be used by Airbus. Airbus is committed to achieving workforce diversity and creating an inclusive working environment. We welcome all applications irrespective of social and cultural background, age, gender, disability, sexual orientation, or religious belief. Airbus is, and always has been, committed to equal opportunities for all. As such, we will never ask for any type of monetary exchange in the frame of a recruitment process. Any impersonation of Airbus to do so should be reported to . Job Posted by ApplicantPro
AIRBUS U.S. Space & Defense, Inc.
Merritt Island, Florida
Job DescriptionJob Description Airbus U.S. Space & Defense, Inc offers advanced solutions to meet the most complex U.S. defense, security, space, and intelligence requirements. Celebrating over 50 years in the US, we remain a trusted government partner, leveraging world-class satellite, laser communication, rotor and fixed wing solutions to help our national security, defense and space focused customers meet their missions. Airbus U.S. looks to employ a commitment driven team, dedicated to enabling our customer's mission success. We are committed to maintaining a diverse and inclusive work environment and a welcoming and engaging staff. With competitive compensation and superior employee benefits, as well as a commitment to fostering individual career growth, Airbus U.S. is the place where top talent wants to work. Position Summary: Airbus U.S. is looking for a proven leader of satellite systems engineering development with excellent experience in embedded flight software and its avionics integration. This role is a senior leadership role on the ARROW450 platform, being responsible for the software and functional avionics Integrated Program Team (IPT). Candidates will bring exceptional engineering skills as well as strong and transverse leadership experience in both the development and flight operation of avionics in aerospace programs. The individual will be responsible for leading a multi domain team across our organization in delivery of program goals. Position Responsibilities: The position will be to lead avionics and embedded flight software development and integration of satellite programs. It will also involve daily briefings to customers and executive leadership. In terms of program chronology, this individual will drive program execution through the full project lifecycle, from requirement development, architecture development and trades, specification development, requirements verification, compliance assessment, and operations. Leadership of design reviews, engineering review boards, technical planning, system integration, and risk and opportunity management will be primary responsibilities. The successful candidate will also have responsibility for technical growth of Airbus U.S., providing their expertise to mentor junior staff members, develop processes and procedures, and build engineering rigor into the culture of the company. Being at the cutting edge of space technology, we need someone who is eager to learn, grow, and take on new and potentially unfamiliar challenges. Team management will be fundamental, although Airbus US operates a matrix structure where functional management supports IPT management. This IPT Fellow will be an industry expert in many aspects of aerospace product development, delivery, and/or operations, and will provide strong technical leadership and project / team management support for complex assignments, under the leadership of the VP of Space Program Management. The IPT Fellow will have programming and subject matter responsibility and authority. Program Engineering 75% Execute Engineering responsibilities for Airbus U.S. satellite programs: Functional Avionics - requirements and use case definitions, hardware / software integration Requirements development - initial definition, decomposition and flowdown, management System design and trade studies - high level concept trades to support subsequent detail design Program design review planning, management, presentation to customers (internal and external) Verification planning and testing - verification matrices, buy-off / sell-off, test planning, etc. Manage a cross-domain team and liaise with function management as needed Lead Functional Avionics architecture definition and trades. Support program execution through the integration and testing of multiple hardware and software subsystems to achieve high-level objectives. Roadmap Development 15% Support the Airbus spacecraft development product roadmap: including technology insertion, schedule, and cost targets aligned for future business captures. Support the definition of spacecraft customization process for customer mission needs. Manage a cross-domain team and liaise with function management as needed to balance program and roadmap development needs Additional Responsibilities 10% Perform all the necessary systems engineering activities to build, to maintain and to evolve the Airbus spacecraft products. Promote and optimize cost savings by reuse of the heritage platform designs and manufacturing infrastructures in the pursuit of various constellation prospects. Qualified Experience / Skills / Training: Education: Required: Bachelors degree in STEM (Science, Technical, Engineering, Math) or related scientific areas Strongly Preferred: Masters in STEM (Science, Technical, Engineering, Math) or related scientific areas. Experience: A minimum of 25 years with a Bachelor's degree, or 20 years with a Master's degree Proven track-record of working with aerospace hardware and/or software systems, starting from conceptual designs and tradeoffs thru detailed design, development, manufacture, integration, test, deployment, and operations. Knowledge, Skills, Demonstrated Capabilities: Subject matter expert in several elements of space mission architectures extending beyond the satellite platform - including launch, flight operations, mission CONOPS, user interfaces, etc. Experience with systems architecture, requirements definition and decomposition, and requirements verification and validation (System Specifications, Requirements Verification and Traceability Matrices) Understanding of model-based systems engineering practices and tools Experience leading and/or performing analyses for affordability, safety, reliability, maintainability, testability, human systems integration, survivability, vulnerability, susceptibility, system security, regulatory, certification, product assurance or other specialties engineering disciplines Communicate in a clear and concise manner effectively across multiple levels. Be team-minded and ready to work in a multi-functional and multi-cultural, fast-moving and complex/technical environment. Flexible attitude and strong initiative. Demonstrated ability to deliver results. Travel Required: Periodic travel (less than 20%) to Airbus U.S. facilities or partner companies Occasional International travel to collaborate with European Airbus counterparts Eligibility: US Citizenship is required Clearance: Ability to obtain and maintain a Government security clearance Active DoD security clearance at Secret or above highly desirable Physical Requirements: Vision: able to see and read computer screen and other electronic equipment with screens, able to read documents. Hearing: able to hear to participate in conversations in person and via teleconference or phone and to hear sounds including safety warnings or alarms. Equipment Operation (personal computer, telephone, copies, fax machine, and related office equipment and using electronic identification card to enter building floors and internal doors): able to operate most office and personal electronic equipment. Carrying: able to carry documents, electronic equipment and/or supplies up to 40lbs/9kg. Lifting: able to lift documents, electronic equipment and/or supplies up to 40lbs/9kg. Sitting: able to sit for long periods of time in meetings, working on computer. Squatting / Kneeling: able to occasionally squat or kneel to retrieve or replace items shelved on bottom shelves. Standing: able to stand for long periods of time. Walking: able to walk through office and outside areas including uneven surfaces. Equal Opportunity: Airbus provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetics, pregnancy, marital status, veteran status, or other legally protected status. In addition to federal law requirements, Airbus complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, demotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, benefits, and training. Airbus expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetics, pregnancy, marital status, veteran status or other legally protected status. As a matter of policy, Airbus does not sponsor visas for US positions unless specified. Only applicants with current work authorization will be considered. Airbus does not offer tenured or guaranteed employment. Employment with Airbus is at will, meaning either the company or the employee can terminate the employment relationship at any time, with or without cause, with or without notice. Airbus reserves the right to revise or change job duties and responsibilities as the need arises. This position description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment. . click apply for full job details
Job DescriptionJob Description Airbus U.S. Space & Defense, Inc offers advanced solutions to meet the most complex U.S. defense, security, space, and intelligence requirements. Celebrating over 50 years in the US, we remain a trusted government partner, leveraging world-class satellite, laser communication, rotor and fixed wing solutions to help our national security, defense and space focused customers meet their missions. Airbus U.S. looks to employ a commitment driven team, dedicated to enabling our customer's mission success. We are committed to maintaining a diverse and inclusive work environment and a welcoming and engaging staff. With competitive compensation and superior employee benefits, as well as a commitment to fostering individual career growth, Airbus U.S. is the place where top talent wants to work. Position Summary: Airbus U.S. is looking for a proven leader of satellite systems engineering development with excellent experience in embedded flight software and its avionics integration. This role is a senior leadership role on the ARROW450 platform, being responsible for the software and functional avionics Integrated Program Team (IPT). Candidates will bring exceptional engineering skills as well as strong and transverse leadership experience in both the development and flight operation of avionics in aerospace programs. The individual will be responsible for leading a multi domain team across our organization in delivery of program goals. Position Responsibilities: The position will be to lead avionics and embedded flight software development and integration of satellite programs. It will also involve daily briefings to customers and executive leadership. In terms of program chronology, this individual will drive program execution through the full project lifecycle, from requirement development, architecture development and trades, specification development, requirements verification, compliance assessment, and operations. Leadership of design reviews, engineering review boards, technical planning, system integration, and risk and opportunity management will be primary responsibilities. The successful candidate will also have responsibility for technical growth of Airbus U.S., providing their expertise to mentor junior staff members, develop processes and procedures, and build engineering rigor into the culture of the company. Being at the cutting edge of space technology, we need someone who is eager to learn, grow, and take on new and potentially unfamiliar challenges. Team management will be fundamental, although Airbus US operates a matrix structure where functional management supports IPT management. This IPT Fellow will be an industry expert in many aspects of aerospace product development, delivery, and/or operations, and will provide strong technical leadership and project / team management support for complex assignments, under the leadership of the VP of Space Program Management. The IPT Fellow will have programming and subject matter responsibility and authority. Program Engineering 75% Execute Engineering responsibilities for Airbus U.S. satellite programs: Functional Avionics - requirements and use case definitions, hardware / software integration Requirements development - initial definition, decomposition and flowdown, management System design and trade studies - high level concept trades to support subsequent detail design Program design review planning, management, presentation to customers (internal and external) Verification planning and testing - verification matrices, buy-off / sell-off, test planning, etc. Manage a cross-domain team and liaise with function management as needed Lead Functional Avionics architecture definition and trades. Support program execution through the integration and testing of multiple hardware and software subsystems to achieve high-level objectives. Roadmap Development 15% Support the Airbus spacecraft development product roadmap: including technology insertion, schedule, and cost targets aligned for future business captures. Support the definition of spacecraft customization process for customer mission needs. Manage a cross-domain team and liaise with function management as needed to balance program and roadmap development needs Additional Responsibilities 10% Perform all the necessary systems engineering activities to build, to maintain and to evolve the Airbus spacecraft products. Promote and optimize cost savings by reuse of the heritage platform designs and manufacturing infrastructures in the pursuit of various constellation prospects. Qualified Experience / Skills / Training: Education: Required: Bachelors degree in STEM (Science, Technical, Engineering, Math) or related scientific areas Strongly Preferred: Masters in STEM (Science, Technical, Engineering, Math) or related scientific areas. Experience: A minimum of 25 years with a Bachelor's degree, or 20 years with a Master's degree Proven track-record of working with aerospace hardware and/or software systems, starting from conceptual designs and tradeoffs thru detailed design, development, manufacture, integration, test, deployment, and operations. Knowledge, Skills, Demonstrated Capabilities: Subject matter expert in several elements of space mission architectures extending beyond the satellite platform - including launch, flight operations, mission CONOPS, user interfaces, etc. Experience with systems architecture, requirements definition and decomposition, and requirements verification and validation (System Specifications, Requirements Verification and Traceability Matrices) Understanding of model-based systems engineering practices and tools Experience leading and/or performing analyses for affordability, safety, reliability, maintainability, testability, human systems integration, survivability, vulnerability, susceptibility, system security, regulatory, certification, product assurance or other specialties engineering disciplines Communicate in a clear and concise manner effectively across multiple levels. Be team-minded and ready to work in a multi-functional and multi-cultural, fast-moving and complex/technical environment. Flexible attitude and strong initiative. Demonstrated ability to deliver results. Travel Required: Periodic travel (less than 20%) to Airbus U.S. facilities or partner companies Occasional International travel to collaborate with European Airbus counterparts Eligibility: US Citizenship is required Clearance: Ability to obtain and maintain a Government security clearance Active DoD security clearance at Secret or above highly desirable Physical Requirements: Vision: able to see and read computer screen and other electronic equipment with screens, able to read documents. Hearing: able to hear to participate in conversations in person and via teleconference or phone and to hear sounds including safety warnings or alarms. Equipment Operation (personal computer, telephone, copies, fax machine, and related office equipment and using electronic identification card to enter building floors and internal doors): able to operate most office and personal electronic equipment. Carrying: able to carry documents, electronic equipment and/or supplies up to 40lbs/9kg. Lifting: able to lift documents, electronic equipment and/or supplies up to 40lbs/9kg. Sitting: able to sit for long periods of time in meetings, working on computer. Squatting / Kneeling: able to occasionally squat or kneel to retrieve or replace items shelved on bottom shelves. Standing: able to stand for long periods of time. Walking: able to walk through office and outside areas including uneven surfaces. Equal Opportunity: Airbus provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetics, pregnancy, marital status, veteran status, or other legally protected status. In addition to federal law requirements, Airbus complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, demotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, benefits, and training. Airbus expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetics, pregnancy, marital status, veteran status or other legally protected status. As a matter of policy, Airbus does not sponsor visas for US positions unless specified. Only applicants with current work authorization will be considered. Airbus does not offer tenured or guaranteed employment. Employment with Airbus is at will, meaning either the company or the employee can terminate the employment relationship at any time, with or without cause, with or without notice. Airbus reserves the right to revise or change job duties and responsibilities as the need arises. This position description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment. . click apply for full job details