EchoStar Corporation (NASDAQ: SATS) is a premier global provider of satellite communication solutions. Headquartered in Englewood, Colo., and conducting business around the globe, EchoStar is a pioneer in communications technologies through its Hughes Network Systems and EchoStar Satellite Services business segments. For more information, visit echostar.com. Follow @EchoStar on Twitter.
Today, our brands include EchoStar, Hughes, DISH TV, Sling TV, Boost Infinite, Boost Mobile, DISH Wireless, OnTech and GenMobile.
EchoStar has an exciting opportunity for an Aviation Systems Architect to work in our Hughes Network Systems division. This role will lead the system definition, requirements management, architectural design, and integration and testing of aviation solutions through the full product lifecycle. This position will work with technical teams to define and integrate solutions that exceed customer expectations, adhere to quality objectives, and address product, market, and regulatory requirements.
Responsibilities:
- Define the solution level architecture, technical scope, and key interfaces of the system.
- Write technical system requirements derived from market and customer requirements.
- Author interface control documents, system descriptions, whitepapers, and other key technical documents for internal and external stakeholders.
- Work with software, hardware, and network engineering to ensure that the implementation of the technical solution complies with system requirements.
- Define and execute test procedures to validate system functionality and performance. Identify and manage test environments and equipment as needed.
- Act as the technical focal to customers, OEMs, partners, and subcontractors for key pursuits and projects. Participate in technical meetings and design reviews.
- Work with internal and external stakeholders to document technical scope and level of effort for each discipline.
- This position requires occasional travel up to 20%.
Basic Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering, aviation or related technical field
- 3+ years of relevant experience.
- Prior experience of satcom connectivity systems, avionics, and commercial aircraft installations.
- Prior experience with Supplemental Type Certificates (STC)
Preferred Qualifications:
- 5+ years of relevant experience
- Proven technical competency in developing system requirements and defining system architecture.
- Ability to influence a variety of stakeholders to establish technical concurrence.
- Strong knowledge of all phases of software development lifecycle, including requirements development, design, implementation, testing and deployment.
- Basic knowledge of FAA/EASA processes
- Solid time-management skills and self-discipline.
- Excellent communication skills
- Familiarity with requirements management tools.
- Experience working at an aircraft manufacturer, MRO, or manufacturer of aircraft connectivity products
Will be eligible for discretionary bonus, with funding based on company performance.
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Compensation Range
Annual Salary: $96,000.00 – $128,000.00
EchoStar is committed to offering a comprehensive and competitive benefits package. Our programs are designed to provide you with the ability to customize your benefits to best meet the needs of you and your family. Our philosophy for these programs is to support and encourage healthy living and wellness. Our benefits package covers it all–from healthcare savings plans to education assistance and more!
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Financial: 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match; employee stock purchase plan; profit-sharing; company-paid life insurance, AD&D and disability
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Work-Life Balance: Paid Time Off (PTO), company-paid holidays, health and wellness events, exercise and sports facilities (locations may vary)
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Employee Incentives: Tuition reimbursement, employee referral program, year round employee events and community programs, discounts on Dish Network and HughesNet
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Health: Medical, Dental, Vision, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Health Savings Account (HSA) with opportunities to earn employer contributions; Health Care, Dependent Care and Transportation Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
EchoStar and its Affiliated Companies are committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, pregnancy, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, protected veteran status, disability, or any other basis protected by local, state, or federal law. U.S. Persons or those able to obtain and maintain U.S. government security clearances may be required for certain positions. EEO is the law.
