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In this role, you will:\nPerform systems engineering across the full systems engineering V, including requirements decomposition, functional analysis (using MBSE), and verification and validation planning and execution.\nCollaborate with mechanical, electrical, software, and integration teams to develop, review, and implement system architectures and requirements.\nContribute to process and tool improvements and share technical knowledge with team members.\nKey Responsibilities\nDevelop system, subsystem, and component requirements specifications including requirements decomposition, derivation, allocation, and traceability.\nPerform functional analysis and contribute to system architecture development using Model-Based Systems Engineering methods.\nSupport the definition and management of system interfaces, including creation of Interface Control Documents and related artifacts.\nContribute to system trade studies and analyses (performance, cost, schedule, risk).\nSupport verification and validation planning including defining approaches for establishing requirements compliance, supporting the development of test plans and test procedures, and supporting test execution.\nSupport customer discussions and participate in internal and external design reviews.\nTravel up to 10% to support customer meetings, design reviews, integration, and test events.\nBasic Qualifications\nBachelor’s degree in Systems Engineering, Mathematics, Computer Science/Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Aerospace, Mechanical Engineering, or related field; or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.\nAbility to obtain and maintain a U.S. DoD Secret security clearance.\n5+ years of relevant experience architecting, modifying, and supporting complex systems, preferably defense and/or aerospace systems.\nDemonstrated proficiency in Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) using SysML v1.x and Cameo Enterprise Architect / Cameo Systems Modeler.\nExperience with requirements management tools (preferably Jama), including:Authoring and managing system, subsystem, component specifications.\nEstablishing and maintaining end-to-end traceability to architecture, design, and verification artifacts.\n\nExperience developing systems engineering and architecture artifacts, such as specifications, ICDs, architecture diagrams, CONOPS, trade studies, and analyses.\nExperience supporting systems verification and validation activities, including:Developing or reviewing verification methods and compliance assessments.\nSupporting test planning, procedure development, requirements traceability, and test execution.\n\nExperience working in a collaborative, multidisciplinary engineering environment and communicating progress, technical issues, and risks to systems engineering leadership and program stakeholders.\nAbility to perform in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment where small teams share broad responsibilities.\nStrong initiative and drive to accomplish goals and meet company objectives.\nExcellent problem-solving, analytical, interpersonal, and communication skills.\nPreferred Qualifications\nMaster’s degree in Systems Engineering, Mathematics, Computer Science/Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Aerospace, Mechanical Engineering, or related field from an ABET-accredited institution.\nCurrent, active U.S. DoD Secret clearance or higher.\nFamiliarity with MBSE methodologies and frameworks such as UAF and OOSEM.\nExperience preparing or supporting presentations of systems engineering content and artifacts at technical reviews (e.g., SRR, PDR, CDR, TRR).\nExposure to one or more of the following technical areas is desired:Software / Embedded Software\nRF Systems\nNetworking\nOptics (EO/IR)\nNatural and Induced Environments\nElectromagnetic Environmental Effects (E3)\nCybersecurity\n\nPhysical Demands\nAbility to work in an office and manufacturing environment (Constant)\nRequired to sit and stand for long periods; talk, hear, and use hands and fingers to operate a computer and telephone keyboard (Frequent)\nClearance Level\nNo ClearanceThe salary range for this role is:\n$100,500 - $153,250AeroVironment considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the location, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, education/training, and key skills.\nITAR Requirement:\nThis position requires access to information that is subject to compliance with the International Traffic Arms Regulations (“ITAR”) and/or the Export Administration Regulations (“EAR”). In order to comply with the requirements of the ITAR and/or the EAR, applicants must qualify as a U.S. person under the ITAR and the EAR, or a person to be approved for an export license by the governing agency whose technology comes under its jurisdiction. Please understand that any job offer that requires approval of an export license will be conditional on AeroVironment’s determination that it will be able to obtain an export license in a time frame consistent with AeroVironment’s business requirements. A “U.S. person” according to the ITAR definition is a U.S. citizen, U.S. lawful permanent resident (green card holder), or protected individual such as a refugee or asylee. See 22 CFR § 120.15. Some positions will require current U.S. Citizenship due to contract requirements.\nBenefits: AV offers an excellent benefits package including medical, dental vision, 401K with company matching, a 9/80 work schedule and a paid holiday shutdown. For more information about our company benefit offerings please visit: http://www.avinc.com/myavbenefits.\nWe also encourage you to review our company website at http://www.avinc.com to learn more about us.\nPrincipals only need apply. NO agencies please.\nAbout AV:\nAV isn’t for everyone. We hire the curious, the relentless, the mission-obsessed. The best of the best.\nWe don’t just build defense technology-we redefine what’s possible. As the premier autonomous systems company in the U.S., AV delivers breakthrough capabilities across air, land, sea, space, and cyber. From AI-powered drones and loitering munitions to integrated autonomy and space resilience, our technologies shape the future of warfare and protect those who serve.\nFounded by legendary innovator Dr. Paul MacCready, AV has spent over 50 years pushing the boundaries of what unmanned systems can do. Our heritage includes seven platforms in the Smithsonian-but we’re not building history, we’re building what’s next.\nIf you're ready to build technology that matters-with speed, scale, and purpose-there’s no better place to do it than AV.\nWe are proud to be an EEO/AA Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans. AeroVironment, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Qualified applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic data, sexual orientation, gender identity or other legally protected status.\nITAR\nU.S. Citizenship required. 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