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Systems Engineer

Ascent Aerospace
Bothell, WA Full Time
POSTED ON 11/13/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 12/12/2025
Ascent Aerospace – Inspiring the next generation of flight!

Ascent Aerospace is a world-renowned, single-source provider of production and automated assembly systems for the aerospace and defense industry. We provide high-precision advanced automated equipment as well as a full suite of both mold and assembly tooling required for the aerospace manufacturing market, including the largest Invar molds ever made— making us the largest tooling group in the industry. We work with our customers to develop their project and see it through, from process engineering to build and installation, to ensure it is an efficient and cost-effective solution. As a true, single-source integrator, we have proven tools to surpass our customer expectations. We have greater control of timing and schedules, which allows for 100% accountability, and avoids costly mark-ups, ultimately saving our customers money. The result: a group of businesses, each an industry leader within their own discipline, now acting as one truly integrated supply base.

Summary Of Position

The Systems Engineer is responsible for the coordination of design requirements between corresponding systems of machine tools, jigs, fixtures and automated equipment used in aerospace industries.

Essential Functions

  • Write design requirements for assembly line applications of static/dynamic tools and machines.
  • Develop system models for tooling and equipment.
  • Modify facility integration layouts using CAD software.
  • Develop test plans and acceptance criteria for tools or systems of tools.
  • Collaborate with manufacturing engineers as well as tooling and equipment designers.
  • Complete models, layouts, and test plans within established budgets and schedules.
  • Present system models to internal and external customers.

Required Skills, Education & Experience

  • BS Mechanical Engineering or similar field; equivalent relevant experience also acceptable.
  • 10 years relevant experience.
  • Knowledge of manufacturing practices: fabrication, machining, and assembly.
  • Broad knowledge of materials and processing, both metallic and composite.
  • Must possess a Department of Defense Secret Security Clearance and maintain security clearance for the duration of employment.
  • This position must meet Export Control Compliance requirements, therefore a "US Person" as defined by 22.C.F.R. is required.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
  • Proficient with CATIA V5 and/or NX.
  • Experience managing data in a PLM system.
  • Clear written and oral communication of ideas, designs, and status.
  • Drive to succeed with each challenge presented.
  • Ability to work individually or in a fast-paced team environment.
  • Detail oriented, with excellent organizational skills.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY

None

Travel

May be required to travel to other site locations as required per project requirements.

Working Conditions

Working conditions described here are representative of those that may be experienced by an employee on a daily basis while performing the functions of this job.

  • Typically sits for extended periods at a computer workstation
  • May access and work in the manufacturing plant
  • While performing the duties of this job, employee may be exposed to moving mechanical parts, fumes and airborne particles
  • The employee may be exposed to vibration
  • The employee is occasionally exposed to caustic chemicals. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate
  • May be required to travel to other site locations as projects require.
  • May be required to work weekends to meet department and business demands
  • Work with safe manufacturing processes and understand that eyewear is mandatory in the manufacturing area.
  • Knows that safety shoes are recommended in the manufacturing area

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

  • Must be able to sit, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl.
  • Must be able to see, talk, hear, touch, feel and reach with hands and arms.
  • Must be able to frequently walk & stand for short periods of time
  • Must be able to lift and move up to 35 pounds, occasionally lift and move objects up to 50lbs.

Compensation

Compensation varies based on work location

Benefits

  • Medical Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance
  • Life Insurance
  • AD&D Insurance
  • PTO
  • 401k Match

Special Requirements

Employment is contingent upon successfully passing an employee reference check, criminal background check, and drug screening.

This position requires use of information that is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). All applicants must be U.S. persons within the meaning of ITAR. ITAR defines a U.S. person as a U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e. 'Green Card Holder').

Ascent Aerospace is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws. If you have a disability and you believe you need a reasonable accommodation in order to search for a job opening or to submit an online application, please call toll-free 1 586-726-0500. This phone number is created exclusively to assist disabled job seekers whose disability prevents them from being able to apply online. Only messages left for this purpose will be returned. Messages left for other purposes, such as following up on an application or technical issues not related to a disability, will not receive a response.

No Unauthorized Referrals from Recruiters & Vendors

Please note that Ascent Aerospace does not seek or accept unsolicited resumes or offers from third party recruiters or staffing agencies associated with any published or unpublished employment opportunities. Any unsolicited information sent to Ascent Aerospace will be considered as unencumbered and free from any fee or charge whatsoever. Only members of our Human Resources Team have the authority to engage or authorize recruiting services, which must be agreed upon before the unsolicited resume or offer is received.

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