Advanced Design Integration and Test Engineer Staff

• Design and implement an end-to-end aircraft integration test lab including hardware software facilities integration and networking infrastructure.
• Define system architecture for real-time simulation environments (Iron Bird SIL HIL).
• Integrate avionics flight control systems propulsion and electrical systems into cohesive test platforms.
• Develop and execute requirements-based test plans aligned with ARP4754A DO-178C and other certification standards.
• Automate test execution and data acquisition pipelines using industry-standard tools such as NI VeriStand LabVIEW Speedgoat or equivalent real-time test platforms.
• Perform fault injection regression testing and continuous integration workflows.
• Implement a variety of communication protocols (ARINC-429 CAN/CAN-FD Ethernet RS-485) across distributed systems.
• Correlate simulation results with flight test data for validation and verification.
• Provide technical leadership for the lab configuration tool architecture and also develop and lead testing automation strategies.
• Mentor engineers in simulation integration and test methodologies.
• Act as the primary lab test focal for collaboration with other engineering teams.
• Drive cross-functional collaboration with avionics software and systems engineering teams.
• Ensure compliance with FAA ASTM and Part 23 certification requirements.
• Prepare detailed technical reports and present findings to stakeholders.

• BS in Aerospace Electrical Mechanical or Systems Engineering (MS preferred).
• 8 years in aircraft systems integration and HIL/SIL environments.
• Advanced proficiency in Python C/C MATLAB/Simulink.
• Hands-on experience with real-time test automation tools (NI VeriStand LabVIEW Speedgoat or equivalent).
• Deep knowledge of aircraft systems control theory and real-time simulation.
• Expertise in communication protocols (ARINC-429 CAN Ethernet).
• Proven ability to lead technical projects and deliver complex integration environments.

Our Benefits: Cirrus provides a range of exciting benefits including:

• Comprehensive Health Coverage: Medical vision dental with additional dependent coverage options
• Employer-Paid Coverages: Group term life short- and long-term disability insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts:FSA and HSA offerings with company contributions to HSA
• Well-being:Calm Health Employee Assistance Program and wellness incentives through medical provider
• 401(k) Plan: Dollar-for-dollar match up to 5% after 90 days with 100% vesting at 1 year of service
• PTO: Various PTO plans starting at 100 hours accrued within the first year
• Additional Time off Benefits: Paid holidays 2 weeks of Paid Parental leave paid time for funeral leave and jury duty
• Career Development: Tuition reimbursement program and professional growth opportunities
• Exclusive Discounts: Cirrus Store partner and marketplace discounts available
• Community & Engagement: Company and employee clubs at various locations
  

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Please note that this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this position. Duties responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Work beyond 40 hours per week may be required.

Cirrus is dedicated to a drug-free work environment promoting equal employment opportunity. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race sex national origin color age disability religion pregnancy veteran status marital and family status sexual orientation receipt of public assistance genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.