Crown Consulting, Inc. strives to connect people through driving aviation innovation and expanding aerospace and telecommunications infrastructure. We have been making a difference for our FAA, NASA, State Departments of Transportation and commercial aerospace industry customers for over 30 years. Whether developing and supporting programs that allow the FAA to coordinate responses to natural disasters; simulating air traffic demand; developing methods and techniques to improve the efficient use of the National Airspace; contributing to the safe and effective adoption of advanced aviation concepts; or engaging the next generation of STEM professionals, we are at the forefront of ushering in aviation’s new frontier of smart, multimodal, crewed and uncrewed aircraft, and aviation systems.   

We offer a competitive benefits package including matching 401K, comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans. We have been voted one of the best places to work in the Washington, DC area. We have built this reputation by hiring great people who value and support the mission of our customers. Come experience the Crown difference. 

Crown was voted as "One of the DC region’s Top Workplaces in 2021." 

Crown seeks a Senior Systems Engineer in Pine Brook, NJ. In this role, you will become a key member of a technical team responsible for the system definition, design, integration and testing of next generation inertial measurement and navigation products / solutions for use in aircraft, UAV’s, missiles, land vehicles, and sea platforms. Our preference is for a candidate with a background in both hardware and software for avionics systems with experience in the integration and test of advanced electronic equipment in both laboratory and field environments. The successful candidate must have a demonstrated ability to lead system development activities within a certified quality management environment and be able to comprehend and adhere to defined work procedures and instructions. 

Responsibilities

• Capable of leading the application of system engineering processes and discipline across the company
• Using systems requirements management tools such as DOORS, assist in the storing, tracking, and managing of configuration items
• Define, implement, and conduct continuous improvements associated with system engineering and processes
• Contribute to a positive and cooperative work environment by effectively communicating internally and externally across all levels of the organization
• Drive company goals and initiatives by actively participating in team meetings and improvement initiatives/programs
• In a timely manner, communicate technical or scheduling problems to appropriate stakeholders
• Capable of supporting new business pursuits and proposal preparation that address program technical requirements and associated schedule and costs.
• Responsible for managing technical schedule and cost for the assigned projects
• Interfacing with both commercial and military customers in technical program definition and execution

This role will be located in Pine Brook, NJ.

Required

• B.S. in Aerospace Engineering, Computer Engineering or Electrical Engineering
• Seven (7) or more years’ experience in an aerospace and/or defense system engineering and associated systems software testing
• In depth technical experience with Inertial Navigation System (INS), Inertial Measurement Unit (IMU) and Global Positioning System (GPS) applications is required
• In depth working knowledge of system engineering processes, inertial navigation and GPS applications for avionics platforms
• Possesses the ability in the definition of system level requirements beginning with customer requirements specification and then decomposing to the end item system specification
• Possesses the ability with definition, implementation, and performance of system integration testing (hardware and software tests) which validate system requirements in a lab and field environments
• Proficiency in communication bus standards and operation (MIL-STD-1553, ARINC-429, RS-422, Ethernet, SpaceWire), and familiarity with software / firmware development standards (DO-178B/C, DO-254) required
• Experience required in leading and working within a cross disciplinary engineering team of 2 to 15 engineers relative to the coordination of product hardware and software design, test, and evaluation from the concept through production phases
• Strong Knowledge (Proficiency preferred) in DOORS, Microsoft Project, and Microsoft Office
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States
• Some travel for customer reviews and meetings

Desirable

• M.S. in Aerospace Engineering, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or Systems Engineering
• MATLAB experience
• Knowledge of Military Standards and FAA Standards (DO-178b and DO-254) considered a plus

Visit: www.crownci.com for additional information on our company.

Crown is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, age, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. U.S. Citizenship is required for most positions.

Persons unable to complete an online application should contact Crown HR for assistance at (703) 650-0663 ext 3059.

Crown is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor