Job Opening: Systems Engineer ( Cabin Interiors)

Location Issoudun, France

12-month contract (possible extension)

We are supporting a leading player in the aviation sector, known for engineering high-performance cabin solutions, in hiring a Systems Engineer to join their Cabin Interiors division. This is a full-time, high-impact role for someone who thrives at the intersection of system integration, technical leadership, and cross-functional collaboration.

As a Systems Engineer, you will lead the development and integration of complex seat systems, ensuring compliance, performance, and passenger experience at every step. This role combines system-level engineering expertise with elements of project and team management.

Key Responsibilities

Lead the systems engineering activities related to premium aircraft seating systems, including electrical components, actuators, and IFE/power integration.
Capture and validate stakeholder requirements and ensure traceability across the development lifecycle.
Coordinate interdisciplinary teams and manage engineering deliverables aligned with project milestones.
Develop and maintain product specifications and verification strategies in collaboration with internal teams and external customers.
Oversee and support test planning, execution, and documentation in accordance with DO-160 and other relevant standards.
Drive compliance efforts with regulatory bodies (EASA/FAA), OEMs (Airbus, Boeing), and customer expectations.
Collaborate with suppliers to ensure quality and functional compliance of subsystems and components.
Manage engineering changes (ECP/MCP), support NPI projects, and contribute to the overall design validation process.
Facilitate design risk assessments such as FMEA and support safety and reliability documentation.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Systems Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or related field.
3-7 years of experience in aerospace systems engineering, ideally within cabin interiors or seating systems.
Strong knowledge of aircraft seat architecture, including motorized components, recline systems, and in-seat power/IFE.
Familiarity with certification standards such as DO-160, ARP4754A, TSO C127/C127a.
Hands-on experience with requirements management tools (e.g., DOORS, Polarion).
Solid understanding of system verification, validation, and traceability methodologies.
Strong project coordination and stakeholder communication skills.
Proficiency in English and French (both written and spoken).
Knowledge of lean principles and design for manufacturability is a plus.
Understanding of Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) and SysML is desirable.

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