Cirrus · 11 hours ago
AD&D System Development Assurance Engineer Staff
Duluth, MN
Full-time
Onsite
Lead/Staff
8+ years expCirrus is a company focused on advanced design and development projects in the aerospace sector. The AD&D System Development Assurance Engineer is responsible for planning and conducting development assurance activities, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and ensuring compliance with certification requirements throughout the aircraft development process.
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Responsibilities
Define AD&D system development assurance strategies, processes, methods, and tools and align those with core Product Development’s Systems Engineering practices
Develop, own, and execute system development plans, and supporting policies and practices
Develop, own, and execute upon requirements management plans and toolsets and validation and verification planning, including the creation and continuous improvement of checklists, guides, and best practices
Coordinate closely with systems engineering, system safety, integration test, and flight test teams
Support requirements capture and validation activities
Own the certification planning and coordination activities related to system development assurance, internal to Cirrus and with Civil Aviation Authorities
Support internal and external System Reviews
Conduct and document functional decompositions and allocation to systems work across AD&D
Guide, mentor, and train other engineers on system development assurance activities
Support the creation and maintenance of system design descriptions
Participate in trade studies and design reviews
Support safety of flight determination for prototype aircraft
Coordinate closely with and support the work of system and software architects, system safety, systems engineering, system integration and verification, electrical and mechanical systems design, flight deck designers, human factors engineers, and flight test
Travel up to 25% may be required
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Aerospace, Electrical, or Systems Engineering, or relevant technical discipline
8+ years of experience with System Development Assurance activities
Must have a strong understanding of ARP 4754A and/or ARP 4754B
Must be able to conduct quick assessments and provide feedback on designs or architectures with only verbal direction or minimal documentation (whiteboard sketches, preliminary schematics, etc.)
Must be able to work effectively in early product development phases, before full requirements or system descriptions are documented
Must be able to work with highly iterative or frequently changing designs
Must be able to demonstrate the ability to read, write and speak the English language
Ability to communicate technical knowledge in a clear and understandable manner
Intrinsic motivation to drive progress - to explore, challenge, and innovate – and to minimize administrative overhead
Must be innovation minded and willing to try new and different methods or approaches
Must be comfortable operating under tight deadlines with minimal direction and in a shop or lab environment
Must be proficient in reading and creating engineering design definition - 3D models, 2D drawings, sketches, schematics, BOMs
Ability to work both independently and across a variety of functional disciplines including electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, and software engineering
Ability to efficiently learn new skills and manage multiple tasks
Proficient with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Visio)
Must demonstrate excellent verbal and written communication skills, with fluency in English
Preferred
Previous aircraft development program experience, from early concepts to entry into service
Private pilot certificate or personal aviation experience
Familiarity with ARP 4754B, ARP 4761, and ASTM Standards F3061/F3230
Familiarity with advanced software functions and run time assurance methods
Working understanding of the FAA's Safety Continuum concepts
Knowledgeable of or experienced with STPA (Systems Theoretic Process Analysis)
Broad technical skillset related to aircraft, with strong understanding of systems engineering and system safety
Master's degree in related discipline
Previous experience with Model Based Systems Engineering
Previous experience with JAMA
Familiarity with PTC products (e.g. CREO, Windchill)
Familiarity with Mathworks products (e.g. Matlab, Simulink)
Familiarity with Atlassian products (e.g. Jira, Confluence)
Proficient in at least one coding language
Experience with FAA certification processes and standards (e.g. Part 23, Part 27, Advisory Circulars, Industry Consensus Standards)
Direct participation in authority oversight/involvement in development audits
Experience in cross-disciplinary system integration and trade studies
Demonstrated ability to communicate, negotiate, and collaborate effectively across all levels of an organization, from the shop floor to the C-suite
Benefits
401(k) Plan: Dollar-for-dollar match up to 5% after 90 days, with 100% vesting.
Employer-Paid Coverages: Group term life, short- and long-term disability insurance.
Comprehensive Health Coverage: Medical, vision, dental, with additional dependent coverage options.
Free Health Tracking: With rewards for meeting health goals.
Generous PTO: 120 hours accrued within the first year.
Employee Referral Bonus: For referring talented candidates.
Career Development: Tuition reimbursement and professional growth opportunities.
Exclusive Discounts: Access to partner and marketplace discounts.
Community & Engagement: Company and employee clubs at various locations.
Company
Cirrus
Cirrus Aircraft is the global leader in personal aviation.
1001-5000 employees
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