# Aircraft Subsystems Architect - Engineer

> SOGECLAIR · Wichita, United States · Contract · Posted 2026-03-16

**Workplace:** on_site

## Description

-   Work with customers, sales, program managers and systems engineers to translate high level customer requirements into specific and detailed platform and product requirements 
-   Develop functional requirements and interfaces for the mission management system and integration of the sensing and communication sub-systems 
-   Own the mission system architecture from designing roadmaps, performing trade studies, developing Concept of Operations, elaborating requirements and interfaces throughout the life-cycle of the program  
-   Lead the architecture through design phase milestones including Critical Design Reviews and Critical Integration Reviews 
-   Conduct solution tradeoff studies that lead to the definition of the product 
-   Communicate architectures and configurations across engineering disciplines 
-   Define the Validation & Verification activities from concept to execution including the associated documentation 
-   Develop Specifications for and integrate potential suppliers/vendors solutions 
-   Engage in new business pursuits including white papers and proposals. 
-   Develop data-based observations and recommendations that will be presented to senior leadership. 
-   Participate in the development of our Digital and Systems Engineering Strategy and Implementation 
-   Apply Modular Open System Approach (MOSA) concepts

## Requirements

-   You have more than 10 years of relevant experience in Mission Management Systems development, Command & Control Communications and Sensor, integration and certification. 
-   You have strong knowledge of complex systems development process methodologies and associated practices. (ex: ARP4754, ARP4761) 
-   You must have familiarity with NATO Standardization Agreement STANAG 4671 and 4586 
-   You are open minded, curious, rigorous and methodical. You wish to develop your systems engineering capabilities. 
-   You strive for harmonious cohesive teamwork and support knowledge sharing amongst team members. 
-   You have excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.  You approach problem solving with a holistic view. 
-   You have strong communication skills and can easily tailor your communication to suit the audience 
-   Possess a university degree in Electrical, Aerospace or Mechanical Engineering 
-   This position requires a solid understanding of aircraft systems, system development, industry specific certification processes 

Preferred Skills 

-   Self-starter with a disciplined approach to managing complex projects independently. 
-   Proficiency in Microsoft Office and data visualization tools.

## Apply

[Apply at SOGECLAIR](https://apply.workable.com/sogeclair/j/4AF96F7645/apply)

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