Lead Systems Architect – Automotive Domain (Requirements & Architecture)

Were ALTEN Technology USA an engineering company helping clients bring groundbreaking ideas to lifefrom advancing space exploration and life-saving medical devices to building autonomous electric vehicles. With 3000 experts across North America we partner with leading companies in aerospace medical devices robotics automotive commercial vehicles EVs rail and more.

As part of the global ALTEN Group57000 engineers in 30 countrieswe deliver across the entire product development cycle from consulting to full project outsourcing.

When you join ALTEN Technology USA youll collaborate on some of the worlds toughest engineering challenges supported by mentorship career growth opportunities and comprehensive benefits. We take pride in fostering a culture where employees feel valued supported and inspired to grow.

Job Description:

• We are seeking an experienced System Architect in Requirements Engineering with strong expertise across key automotive domains.
• This role will drive high-quality requirements definition analysis and validation while collaborating with cross-functional engineering teams.

Domain Focus Areas:

• Energy & Propulsion
• Thermal Systems
• Access / Start / Operator Functions
• Cabin & Visibility
• Infotainment & Connectivity
• Driving Assistance & Chassis
• Active Safety Warnings & Parking

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead requirements development analysis and management across multiple automotive domains
• Ensure requirements are clear testable and aligned with system and business needs
• Collaborate with system software and validation teams throughout the product lifecycle
• Support impact analysis change management and traceability
• Drive best practices in requirements engineering and mentor junior engineers
• Interface with stakeholders to clarify technical expectations and resolve gaps

Qualifications:

• Bachelors or Masters degree in Engineering (Automotive Electrical Systems Mechanical or related field)
• Extensive experience in Requirements Engineering within the automotive industry
• Strong understanding of vehicle systems and architecture
• Experience with requirements management tools (e.g. DOORS Polarion Jama etc.)
• Familiarity with ASPICE ISO 26262 or other automotive standards is preferred
• Excellent analytical communication and stakeholder management skills

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability protected veteran status age genetic information or pregnancy.

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