Sr Specialist, Systems Engineer-Navigation Systems

Job Title: Sr Specialist, Systems Engineer-Navigation Systems

Job Code: 12796

Job Location: Grand Rapids, MI (relocation can be provided for those that qualify)

Schedule: (9/80) every other Friday off

Job Description:

The Commercial Aviation team is seeking a motivated full-time Aviation Systems Engineer to support the successful development, verification, and production of avionics sensor systems by creating and testing embedded and PC software; evaluating relevant sensor and component technology; devising and analyzing algorithmic concepts; and implementing system-level simulations and tests for Attitude Heading Reference Systems (AHRS) and Air Data (AD) Systems.

Essential Functions:

• Develop and maintain algorithms and software for sensor-system intensive FAA-certified avionics, including attitude heading reference systems (AHRS), strap-down magnetometers, and air data computers
• Assist in software verification activities to support FAA certification
• Evaluate viability of existing and emerging sensor technologies for advanced avionics products
• Design and implement simulations of complex avionics systems
• Participate in testing of avionics systems in laboratory and flight environments
• Participate in product design activities including electrical, software, or mechanical development
• Participate/lead failure analysis and corrective action activity related to AHRS & AD products
• Provide customer and factory level support and guidance on AHRS and Air Data products
• Responsible for performing job duties consistent with L3Harris Ethics, Financial, Health and Safety Standards.

Qualifications:

• Bachelors in Electrical, Aerospace, Software, or Mechanical Engineering with minimum of 6 years related experience OR
• Masters in Electrical, Aerospace, Software, or Mechanical Engineering with minimum of 4 years related experience.
• Strong data analysis capabilities and ability to concisely present results.
• A minimum of 2 years experience performing a role that involves structured software programming, preferably C, C++, Python, or Linux.
• Active use of system design and analysis tools, preferably Matlab and/or Simulink.
• Demonstrated strong and effective verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills and analytical skills.
• Must be a US Citizen or Green Card holder

Preferred Additional Skills:

• Demonstrated knowledge of inertial sensors, navigation systems, and air data computers
• Experience with RTCA DO-178 software development, DO-254 hardware development, and certification testing procedures
• Controls theory
• Machine learning
• Kalman filtering
• Private pilot license

Keywords: AHRS, ADAHRS, ADC, INU, INS, IMU, inertial, attitude, heading, magnetometer, air data computer, strapdown, Kalman filter

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