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Chris Wanitshka
Systems Engineer (Electrical)
Posted: 01/16/2026
2026-01-16
2026-03-11
Industry: Aviation/Aerospace
Job Number: 1219
Pay Rate: 75.00
Job Description
Role Summary
Lead DO-254 documentation planning, development, and compliance execution for complex electronic hardware supporting multi-discipline aerospace and defense training systems. Collaborate with Software Engineering, Quality Assurance, Test, Systems Engineering, and Program Management to ensure rigorous requirements definition, design assurance, verification, traceability, configuration management, and certification readiness in alignment with DO-254 and related aerospace and defense standards.
Key Responsibilities DO-254 Compliance Leadership
Documentation & Lifecycle Data Development
Requirements & Systems Engineering Support
Verification, Validation & Standards Compliance
Cross-Functional Program Support
Minimum Qualifications
Lead DO-254 documentation planning, development, and compliance execution for complex electronic hardware supporting multi-discipline aerospace and defense training systems. Collaborate with Software Engineering, Quality Assurance, Test, Systems Engineering, and Program Management to ensure rigorous requirements definition, design assurance, verification, traceability, configuration management, and certification readiness in alignment with DO-254 and related aerospace and defense standards.
Key Responsibilities DO-254 Compliance Leadership
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Lead planning and development of DO-254 lifecycle and certification artifacts, including:
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Plan for Hardware Aspects of Certification (PHAC)
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Hardware Development Plan (HDP)
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Hardware Accomplishment Summary (HAS)
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Supporting compliance and certification documentation
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Define and manage Design Assurance Levels (DAL) across the hardware development lifecycle.
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Establish and maintain compliance strategies, review gates, and objective evidence expectations.
Documentation & Lifecycle Data Development
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Author and maintain technical documentation, including:
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Certification and compliance white papers
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Hardware verification and test plans
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Test procedures and test reports
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Technical design and compliance documentation
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Develop and maintain requirements, traceability matrices, and configuration data.
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Gather and synthesize technical inputs from cross-functional engineering teams to support certification objectives.
Requirements & Systems Engineering Support
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Partner with Systems Engineering to understand, manage, and maintain system-level and hardware requirements.
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Support definition of data interfaces, input/output requirements, and equipment performance requirements.
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Ensure hardware designs comply with applicable aerospace, defense, and industry standards.
Verification, Validation & Standards Compliance
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Support verification and validation activities to demonstrate compliance with DO-254 objectives.
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Apply working knowledge of relevant standards, including:
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MIL-STD-461 (EMI/EMC), strongly preferred
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MIL-STD-810 or RTCA DO-160 (environmental qualification)
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Ensure verification results and supporting artifacts are captured and maintained as compliant objective evidence.
Cross-Functional Program Support
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Collaborate with firmware/software, digital and analog electronics, mechanical engineering, test, quality, and program teams.
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Participate in technical reviews, program meetings, and audits as required.
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Communicate effectively with engineering leadership, program management, and external stakeholders.
Minimum Qualifications
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Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related technical discipline.
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8+ years of experience in systems engineering, hardware engineering, or a related field.
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Working knowledge of DO-254 hardware development and certification processes.
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Proven understanding of applicable MIL-STD requirements.
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Understanding of schematic design, circuit card assemblies, and printed wiring boards.
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Broad technical knowledge spanning firmware/software, digital and analog electronics, and mechanical systems.
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Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple activities.
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Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Project) and collaboration platforms.
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Excellent written and verbal communication skills for technical documentation and presentations.
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Ability to interface confidently with technical teams, management, and program leadership.
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Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance.
Meet Your Recruiter
Chris Wanitshka
CEO
Meet our CEO, Chris Wanitshka. Hard work and dedication have always been driving forces for Chris. He earned his Bachelor of Arts in Political Science with a minor in sociology from Stetson University. Leveraging his ability to create strategic partnerships and with over a decade of experience, Wanitshka revived two staffing companies, delivering multimillion-dollar growth and building a large book of business as a Business Development Executive. In 2020, he launched X-Force, specializing in executive and high-impact candidates for simulation, aviation, gaming, and high-tech companies.
Outside work, he has a very active lifestyle as an avid snowboarder, mountain bike enthusiast, scuba diver, Muay Thai Martial Artist/former competitive kickboxer, and muscle car aficionado.
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