The Systems Engineer performs system-level engineering work supporting the company's SATCOM and In-Flight Connectivity (IFC) product lines, including requirements definition and verification, system and sub-system design and analysis, use case definition, and interface design, in collaboration with external partners such as airlines, managed service providers, and equipment suppliers. This is an experienced systems designer with extensive Life-Cycle development experience who is the natural technical reference, internally and with external partners, on complex system engineering questions.Deep technical knowledge, sound systems-engineering judgment, and a willingness to learn are required. The preparation, maintenance, and control of company technical documentation is also part of this role's responsibilities, and the position may provide work leadership by training, assigning, and monitoring the work of junior systems engineers.ResponsibilitiesTranslate customer, OEM, and product needs into system, sub-system, and equipment requirements, including aircraft (A/C) integration considerations for IFC and SATCOM productsPerform high-level system and sub-system design, including A/C integration, and consult with users to determine hardware, software, or system functional specificationsCreate and maintain Use Cases, requirement documents, and system architecture using Use Cases and other proven systems-engineering methodsAnalyze and verify that designs meet requirements, and that sub-system to sub-system interfaces are consistent and correctly designedPerform detailed analysis and propose design solutions to resolve system problems, applying systems-engineering principles tailored to the system, customer, and development organizationPrepare System and Component Level documents (Requirements, Design Description, Safety/Reliability/Maintainability, System Interconnect Diagrams, Outline Drawings, etc.)Consult with end users and customers to validate that designs meet client needs; participate in the creation and presentation of design reviews, both internal and customer-facingManage technical projects and work packages, including R&D projects as requiredWork closely with external suppliers, customers, managed service providers, and other stakeholdersSupport system and acceptance testing activitiesTrain and mentor junior systems engineers and development staff on company products and systems-engineering process and application, to increase productivity, quality, and consistencyScout the market for novel relevant technologies, initiate investigation, and drive potential adoption into company productsUse standardized analysis techniques, document formats, and design review formats to reinforce consistent application of the systems-engineering processContinuously contribute to improving established processesPerform other job-related duties as assignedRequirementsBachelor's Degree in Engineering or equivalent experience in a related fieldSystem Engineering Master of Science Degree and/or INCOSE certification welcome but not mandatory6-10+ years of experience working in a complex systems-engineering role, ideally within SATCOM, In-Flight Connectivity, or related aerospace/communications systemsFull competence in systems-engineering techniques across the product life cycleExperience with requirements management tools, Application Lifecycle Management (Polarion ALM preffered) tools, and/or model-based systems-engineering tools (preferred)Experience managing multilevel requirements sets (preferred)Experience with AutoCAD for outline drawings of LRUs (preferred)IP networking knowledgeSatellite communications knowledgeAbility to support system and acceptance testingBenefitsThe base salary range for this position is $112,000 - 169,000 per year and reflects multiple levels within the role. Final level and compensation will be determined based on the candidate’s skills, experience, qualifications, and internal equity.In addition to a comprehensive package of health benefits that include company contributions, RAVE Aerospace offers a variety of additional benefits and perks to enhance your work-life balance experience, including but not limited to:A home allowance to elevate your home workspaceDiscretionary bonus programFuture financial security with a 401(k) program with company matchPaid time off covering vacations, personal time off and sick days, capped off by an exciting year-end holiday shutdownEmbraced flexibility with our alternative work schedule (9/80) to navigate your workweeks with every other Friday off
The Systems Engineer performs system-level engineering work supporting the company's SATCOM and In-Flight Connectivity (IFC) product lines, including requirements definition and verification, system and sub-system design and analysis, use case definition, and interface design, in collaboration with external partners such as airlines, managed service providers, and equipment suppliers. This is an experienced systems designer with extensive Life-Cycle development experience who is the natural technical reference, internally and with external partners, on complex system engineering questions.
Deep technical knowledge, sound systems-engineering judgment, and a willingness to learn are required. The preparation, maintenance, and control of company technical documentation is also part of this role's responsibilities, and the position may provide work leadership by training, assigning, and monitoring the work of junior systems engineers.
Responsibilities
- Translate customer, OEM, and product needs into system, sub-system, and equipment requirements, including aircraft (A/C) integration considerations for IFC and SATCOM products
- Perform high-level system and sub-system design, including A/C integration, and consult with users to determine hardware, software, or system functional specifications
- Create and maintain Use Cases, requirement documents, and system architecture using Use Cases and other proven systems-engineering methods
- Analyze and verify that designs meet requirements, and that sub-system to sub-system interfaces are consistent and correctly designed
- Perform detailed analysis and propose design solutions to resolve system problems, applying systems-engineering principles tailored to the system, customer, and development organization
- Prepare System and Component Level documents (Requirements, Design Description, Safety/Reliability/Maintainability, System Interconnect Diagrams, Outline Drawings, etc.)
- Consult with end users and customers to validate that designs meet client needs; participate in the creation and presentation of design reviews, both internal and customer-facing
- Manage technical projects and work packages, including R&D projects as required
- Work closely with external suppliers, customers, managed service providers, and other stakeholders
- Support system and acceptance testing activities
- Train and mentor junior systems engineers and development staff on company products and systems-engineering process and application, to increase productivity, quality, and consistency
- Scout the market for novel relevant technologies, initiate investigation, and drive potential adoption into company products
- Use standardized analysis techniques, document formats, and design review formats to reinforce consistent application of the systems-engineering process
- Continuously contribute to improving established processes
- Perform other job-related duties as assigned
Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or equivalent experience in a related field
- System Engineering Master of Science Degree and/or INCOSE certification welcome but not mandatory
- 6-10+ years of experience working in a complex systems-engineering role, ideally within SATCOM, In-Flight Connectivity, or related aerospace/communications systems
- Full competence in systems-engineering techniques across the product life cycle
- Experience with requirements management tools, Application Lifecycle Management (Polarion ALM preffered) tools, and/or model-based systems-engineering tools (preferred)
- Experience managing multilevel requirements sets (preferred)
- Experience with AutoCAD for outline drawings of LRUs (preferred)
- IP networking knowledge
- Satellite communications knowledge
- Ability to support system and acceptance testing
Benefits
The base salary range for this position is $112,000 - 169,000 per year and reflects multiple levels within the role. Final level and compensation will be determined based on the candidate’s skills, experience, qualifications, and internal equity.
In addition to a comprehensive package of health benefits that include company contributions, RAVE Aerospace offers a variety of additional benefits and perks to enhance your work-life balance experience, including but not limited to:
- A home allowance to elevate your home workspace
- Discretionary bonus program
- Future financial security with a 401(k) program with company match
- Paid time off covering vacations, personal time off and sick days, capped off by an exciting year-end holiday shutdown
- Embraced flexibility with our alternative work schedule (9/80) to navigate your workweeks with every other Friday off
RAVE Aerospace builds in-flight entertainment and connectivity solutions that power seamless, connected passenger experiences across commercial aviation. The RAVE platform brings together hardware, software, and services designed for reliability, scalability, and real-world operational use.We work in a fast-moving, highly technical environment where priorities evolve and challenges are rarely one-dimensional. Our teams take ownership, communicate openly, and collaborate across disciplines to solve complex problems that directly impact airlines and passengers worldwide. We value curiosity, adaptability, and a growth mindset, and we support individuals who are motivated to deepen their technical skills while contributing to shared outcomes.At RAVE Aerospace, you’ll find an environment that encourages initiative, thoughtful problem-solving, and continuous learning, with opportunities to make a meaningful impact as we continue to evolve our platform and expand what’s possible in the in-flight experience.
RAVE Aerospace builds in-flight entertainment and connectivity solutions that power seamless, connected passenger experiences across commercial aviation. The RAVE platform brings together hardware, software, and services designed for reliability, scalability, and real-world operational use.
We work in a fast-moving, highly technical environment where priorities evolve and challenges are rarely one-dimensional. Our teams take ownership, communicate openly, and collaborate across disciplines to solve complex problems that directly impact airlines and passengers worldwide. We value curiosity, adaptability, and a growth mindset, and we support individuals who are motivated to deepen their technical skills while contributing to shared outcomes.
At RAVE Aerospace, you’ll find an environment that encourages initiative, thoughtful problem-solving, and continuous learning, with opportunities to make a meaningful impact as we continue to evolve our platform and expand what’s possible in the in-flight experience.
