Senior Staff Systems Engineer

Woodward, Inc.

Senior Staff Systems Engineer designing and implementing aerospace electronics system architectures. Leading technical projects and mentoring junior engineers while ensuring alignment with project objectives.

Posted 5/16/2026full-timeFort Collins • Colorado, Illinois • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $113,200 - $218,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop and implement robust system architectures for Aerospace Electronics that meet organizational requirements and comply with technical standards.
Ensure scalability, reliability, and efficiency in system designs to support current and future business needs.
Work with our customers and internal teams to identify, develop, and allocate the high-level application requirements to the controller requirements within our electronic solutions.
Lead cross-functional teams in executing complex engineering projects while ensuring alignment with project objectives, budgets, and timelines.
Identify and resolve intricate technical challenges by applying advanced analytical methods and innovative solutions.
Advise senior management on emerging technologies, best practices, and industry trends to optimize system performance and business processes.
Provide guidance and mentorship to junior engineers, fostering technical skill development and adherence to best practices.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in sciences (BS) in relevant field AND 8+ years experience
Working knowledge of Aviation Development guidelines, including: ARP4754, ARP4761, DO-178, DO-254, etc.
Experience using formal Requirements Management Tools (IBM DOORS, PTC Codebeamer, etc.)

Benefits

Comp & perks

All members included in annual cash bonus opportunity
401(k) match (4.5%)
Annual Woodward stock contribution (5%)
Tuition reimbursement and Training/Professional Development opportunities for all members
12 paid holidays, including floating holidays
Industry leading medical, dental, and vision Insurance upon date of hire
Vacation / Sick Time / Vacation Buy-up / Short Term Disability / Bereavement leave
Paid parental leave
Adoption Assistance
Employee Assistance Program, including mental health benefits
Member Life & AD&D / Long Term Disability / Member Optional Life
Member referral bonus
Spouse / Child Optional Life / Optional AD&D / Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending
Voluntary benefits, including: Home / Auto Insurance discounts Whole Life Insurance / Critical Illness Insurance / Legal Assistance / Military Leave

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Hard Skills & Tools

system architectureAerospace Electronicsanalytical methodstechnical standardsscalabilityreliabilityefficiencyrequirements management

Soft Skills

leadershipmentorshipcommunicationproblem-solvingcollaboration