TITLE: Systems Engineer LOCATION: Seattle, WA OVERVIEW Oliver Wyman Vector offers top-tier technical consulting and services to the aviation, aerospace, defense, and rail sectors worldwide. Our experienced team, part of the Oliver Wyman Transportation and Services Practice, delivers impactful solutions to complex industry challenges. We work closely with our clients, providing clarity and confidence, and offer proprietary technologies to enhance safety and productivity. Our team values every relationship and advocates for our clients' success, helping them navigate market challenges. We bring the expertise to advance today's priorities and the insight to shape a vision for tomorrow. Our focus on unleashing the potential of our people creates an environment where top talent can thrive both professionally and personally. As we navigate complexity, integrate operations and technology, and prioritize diversity of thought, we empower our teams to exceed expectations. By fostering deep connections, building trust, and acting with integrity, we build high performing teams that drive individuals to achieve their fullest potential. Join Oliver Wyman Vector where your skills and passion can make a lasting impact in an environment that values excellence, growth, and meaningful connections. RESPONSIBILITIES * Systems architecture development, requirements definition & decomposition, concept of operations, model-based systems engineering (MBSE), validation and verification, development assurance, safety analysis, and systems integration * Responsibility also includes project management, use and deployment of tools, technology and manufacturing assessments, and internal and external interactions * Plan, execute, and troubleshoot complex systems integration to validate interface definition and system requirements of airplane network systems * Perform risk management and trade study analyses * Work with other teams to resolve technical issues * Provide analytical and problem-solving skills to accomplish optimal system design and integration * Compare actual results to baseline plan to assess project performance, efficiencies, productivity, and lessons learned EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE * Experience with airplane software certification RTCA DO-178 * Experience with airplane networks and communication systems * Basic knowledge of network protocols, routing table definitions, and network architecture definitions * Experience with test procedures, lab testing and troubleshooting * Excellent verbal and written communications * Experience with Development Assurance, Certification and Safety Analysis * Customer focus and ability to jump to the hottest "fire" and contribute to problem solutions * Bachelor's degree and 2-5 years' and/or advanced degree with < 2 years' experience. An accredited degree in engineering, computer science, mathematics, physics or chemistry. Preference for accreditation to come from ABET. Ability to support requirements management processes, tools, risk, issues, opportunity management and technology readiness assessment processes. Knowledge of requirements and risk management and trade study analyses. Responsible for supporting technical work which is performed in a team environment. Strong familiarity with MS Office Suite KNOWLEDGE, ABILITIES & OTHER CHARACTERISTICS * Full time and part time roles (remote and in-office) * Located in Seattle, WA * Unrestricted U.S. work authorization is required for U.S. office locations. Oliver Wyman does not offer sponsorship for this position. Please note that CPT and OPT are restricted forms of work authorization. OUR VALUES & CULTURE We're serious about making OW a re