FlightSafety International Inc

SYSTEM ENGINEER II

FlightSafety International Inc • $88K — $105K *
Fort Worth, TX 76137In-Person
Aerospace & Defense
5 - 7 years of experience
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Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in engineering or computer science or four years of relevant experience
  • Five years of engineering or computer science experience
  • Experience with Aircrew Training Systems (ATS) and military/DoD standards is preferred
  • Background in Flight Dynamics and Aerodynamics is desirable
  • Ability to obtain a SECRET security clearance

Responsibilities

  • Analyze technical requirements and develop specifications for ATS/CLS program modifications
  • Review and edit technical documents prepared by peers
  • Support program management through analyses and trade studies
  • Prepare cost estimates and technical texts for various proposals
  • Conduct technical design reviews and audits of subcontractor performance
  • Participate in technical meetings and program reviews as a presenter
  • Perform technical evaluations of proposals and recommend decisions

Benefits

  • Opportunities for professional development and training
  • Participation in meaningful projects that support military operations
  • Collaborative work environment with skilled professionals
  • Potential for travel to various ATS sites and subcontractor facilities
  • Possibility for career advancement within a supportive organization
Full Job Description
Purpose of Position

The System Engineer II supports Aircrew Training System (ATS) and Contractor Logistics Support (CLS) programs via the performance of systems engineering, project engineering, subcontractor management, modification design, logistics engineering and proposal estimation and proposal preparation tasks.

Tasks and Responsibilities

  • Assists in analyzing technical requirements and developing specifications and Statements of Work for modifications, updates, improvements to, and/or new ATS/CLS program components.
  • Reviews and edits Statements of Work, Specifications, and technical documents prepared and/or submitted by others.
  • Supports program management and logistics functions via the performance of analyses and trade studies.
  • Assists in preparing cost estimates and technical text for ATS, CLS proposals, Engineering Change Proposals (ECPs), Advance Change Study Notices (ACSNs), and Contract Change Proposals (CCPs), and New Business proposals.
  • Assists in accomplishing subcontractor/vendor technical design reviews and audits. May direct subcontractor personnel or provide in-depth analysis of subcontractor performance for progress payment purposes.
  • Participates as a presenter and/or technical advisor in customer technical interchange meetings, audits and program reviews.
  • Prepares subcontractor/vendor specifications and Statement of Work for Request for Proposals (RFPs) and subcontracts.
  • Performs technical evaluations of proposals received and prepares recommendations for upper management.
  • Travels to ATS sites and subcontractor facilities.
  • Performs make/buy analyses.
  • Supports modification projects, including cost and schedule management and reporting.
  • Assists in the development of new business proposals.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.


Minimum Education

  • Bachelor's Degree in an engineering or computer science discipline or four years combination of education, experience, and training, in addition to what is listed below.
    • Undergraduate or graduate studies in System Engineering desired.


Minimum Experience

  • Five years of engineering or computer science experience.
  • Aircrew training system or flight simulation device experience (support, modification, update) with military/Department of Defense engineering standards including specification and configuration management practices is highly desirable.
  • Experience in Flight Dynamics and Aerodynamics including the collection and analysis of aircraft flight test data and its translation into a flight simulation model able to meet certification requirements under Civil and Military standards is desired.


Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

  • Excellent oral and written communication skills.
  • Ability to work independently or with others without constant direct supervision.
  • Ability to tactfully manage and direct subcontractor personnel.
  • Ability to exercise good judgment and to assume responsibility for accuracy and completeness of work.
  • Ability to accept direction from other managers on various projects.
  • Ability to accurately use a computer and software.
  • Solid knowledge of ATS design and logistics engineering concepts.
  • Possess, or have the ability to obtain, a SECRET security clearance.


Physical Demands and Work Environment

While performing the duties of this job, the teammate is regularly required to sit, use their hands and fingers, to handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The teammate must occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 pounds. The teammate must have close and distance vision and the ability to adjust focus. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

About FlightSafety International Inc

FlightSafety International is a provider of professional aviation training, simulation equipment and software, operating as a wholly owned subsidiary of Berkshire Hathaway Inc. FlightSafety operates the world's largest fleet of full-flight simulators at Learning Centers and training locations in the United States, Australia, Brazil, Canada, China, France, Japan, the Netherlands, Norway, South Africa and the United Kingdom. The company's customers include commercial airlines, business aviation operators and aircraft manufacturers, as well as military and government agencies. FlightSafety was founded in 1951 and is headquartered in Broken Arrow, Oklahoma.
Learn more about FlightSafety International Inc
Size
4,000 employees
Industry
Aerospace & Defense
Founded
1951
* Ladders Estimates

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