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Saalex is seeking a System Integrator in Ridgecrest, CA. The selected candidate will serve as the working supervisor responsible for managing day-to-day technical operations, personnel,
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Requirements
~2 min read- Provide day-to-day leadership and supervision of Avionics Systems Integration and Operations personnel supporting mission requirements.
- Manage technical staff and direct daily work activities to ensure contract objectives and customer requirements are successfully achieved.
- Facilitate immediate technical and staffing allocation decisions to maintain operational responsiveness and mission success.
- Lead and mentor team members while fostering a culture of accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement.
- Coordinate flight test assets and support activities in a time-sensitive and dynamic operational environment.
- Ensure compliance with all applicable safety, security, quality assurance, and Naval Aviation regulations, including NAMP and NAVAIRINST 3710.1 requirements.
- Manage personnel supporting aircraft engineering, modification, integration, and reconfiguration efforts across multiple shifts.
- Support flight test operations, off-site detachments, and fleet requirements as mission needs dictate.
- Perform and oversee F-35 System Integration and Operations activities utilizing technical publications, engineering drawings, modification packages, databases, and associated computer systems.
- Conduct independent studies, data analysis, and process reviews to ensure technical products and work efforts align with program objectives.
- Serve as a technical advisor to senior government and contractor leadership regarding system integration, operational challenges, and engineering support requirements.
- Identify technical, process, and quality assurance issues and assist in the development and implementation of corrective actions and resolution strategies.
- Coordinate with fellow program and contract leaders to ensure seamless customer support and effective communication across teams.
- Prepare technical reports, status updates, and program documentation supporting operational and management objectives.
- Other duties as assigned or required.
- Demonstrated leadership and supervision experience managing technical teams in an aviation, avionics, or defense environment.
- Experience supporting flight test operations and coordinating multiple simultaneous mission requirements.
- Knowledge of aircraft modification, integration, reconfiguration, and maintenance support activities.
- Ability to make rapid technical and staffing decisions in a high-tempo, mission-focused environment.
- Strong organizational, communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
- Experience interpreting and utilizing technical publications, engineering drawings, modification packages, and maintenance documentation.
- Ability to effectively interface with government personnel, contractors, and diverse stakeholder groups.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and related technical management tools.
- Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Aviation Management, Technical Management, Electronics, Computer Science, or a related field with 6 years of experience. Candidates without a Bachelor's degree may qualify with 14 years of directly applicable Aircraft Avionics System Integration experience.
- Experience supporting F-35 aircraft programs, avionics integration, or related weapons system platforms.
- Completion of contractor management training.
- Experience managing personnel across multiple shifts and operational locations.
- Familiarity with process improvement, quality assurance, and risk management practices.
- Prior experience supporting Naval Aviation flight test organizations or test and evaluation environments.
- Experience coordinating with U.S. and foreign government personnel.
- Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Aviation Management, Technical Management, Electronics, Computer Science, or a related field required. Candidates without a Bachelor's degree may qualify with 14 years of directly applicable Aircraft Avionics System Integration experience.
- Active Secret clearance required. Requirements to obtain a clearance include US Citizenship, security investigation, etc.
What We Offer
~1 min read✓Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
✓Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
✓Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
✓Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
✓Short Term & Long Term Disability
✓Training & Development
✓Wellness Resources
✓Stock Option Benefit
Location & Eligibility
Where is the job
Ridgecrest, United States
On-site at the office
Listing Details
- Posted
- August 21, 2026
- First seen
- September 28, 2026
- Last seen
- September 28, 2026
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- Days active
- 0
- Repost count
- 0
- Trust Level
- 16%
- Scored at
- September 28, 2026
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