Lead Hardware-in-the-Loop Engineer
$155,000–$170,000 year
On-siteSimi Valley, California, United States
Job Summary
Define HWIL system architecture and draft requirements for NGCM baseline and future variants. Design, build, test, and deploy complete HWIL systems while leading integration of avionics, GEU, seeker, and propulsion interfaces. Develop Interface Control Documents, functional block diagrams, and test procedures to support TRR, ATP, and QTP events. Lead and manage the multidisciplinary engineering team, coordinate staffing, and develop Basis of Estimate for new scope. Interface with Army, RCCTO, and industry partners to support OTA proposals and technical white papers. Travel to partner sites for HWIL deployment and integration support.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering
- U.S. Citizenship
- 8+ years experience in electrical hardware design and avionics integration
- Direct experience designing, building, and deploying HWIL systems
- Experience leading small engineering teams
- Strong working knowledge of controls systems and GNC integration
- Strong working knowledge of electrical system design & hardware integration
- Strong working knowledge of technical data package development
- Must be available for weekend shifts
- Must be able to lift 50 lbs
Desired Qualifications
- Master's degree
- Background in missile or hypersonic systems
- Experience developing HWIL systems for missile flight hardware
- Familiarity with trajectory analysis, radar modeling, or MATLAB-based analysis tools
- Prior hiring manager or section lead experience
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