What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior System Engineer position at West Coast Solutions?
Senior Systems Engineer
Hybrid – Huntington Beach, CA
About West Coast Solutions
West Coast Solutions develops advanced electronic systems for aerospace, power, and cryogenic applications. As a growing team of experienced aerospace professionals, we combine technical excellence with the agility and ownership opportunities that come from working in a small, high-impact organization.
We are seeking a Senior Systems Engineer to lead the development and delivery of complex multidisciplinary aerospace systems. In this role, you will work across mechanical, electrical, and software disciplines to define requirements, guide system architecture, oversee verification and validation activities, and serve as a key technical interface with customers.
What You'll Do
- Lead the development and delivery of complex multidisciplinary systems
- Develop and maintain system-level requirements and technical baselines
- Plan and oversee system verification and validation activities
- Generate and review test plans and test reports
- Conduct technical investigations and failure analysis activities
- Interface directly with customers and stakeholders
- Support business development, proposal activities, and new program pursuits
- Generate and document intellectual property where applicable
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Systems, Electrical, Mechanical Engineering, or related discipline
- 5 years of Systems Engineering or related experience
- Strong understanding of mechanical, electrical, and systems engineering fundamentals
- Experience with aerospace or defense-related systems
- Experience with requirements development, decomposition, validation, and verification
- Strong technical writing and documentation skills
- Experience planning and executing test programs
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience leading multidisciplinary engineering teams
- Experience interfacing directly with customers
- Familiarity with aerospace qualification and certification activities
- Experience supporting proposal and business development efforts
- Advanced degree in a relevant engineering discipline
Compensation & Benefits
Salary Range: $135,000 - $180,000, depending on experience, qualifications, and demonstrated capability.
- Performance Bonus: Eligible employees participate in an annual bonus program based on individual contribution and company performance.
- Healthcare Coverage: Receive a monthly healthcare stipend and choice of multiple company healthcare plans. HSA-compatible plans are available.
- Retirement Planning: Simple IRA with 3% company matching and immediate vesting.
- Paid Time Off: up to 15 days PTO, 10 paid holidays, and sick leave.
- Equity Opportunity: After 12 months of employment, select employees may be considered for participation in the company's incentive stock option program based on performance and contribution.
- Professional Growth: Work alongside experienced aerospace professionals on challenging technical programs with opportunities for career advancement.
West Coast Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Due to the sensitive nature of our work and export control requirements, applicants must be US citizens.
Salary : $135,000 - $180,000