Systems Engineer – Lead Model Engineer
Avio Aero
- Torino Rivalta di Torino, Torino
- Tempo indeterminato
- Full time
- Work with system engineers to lead activities related to New Technologies and New Product Introduction (NPI) processes
- Help develop overall test strategies and approach, produce the documentation needed to support tests (e.g., test requests and related supporting material) and to enable hardware procurement activities
- Lead and coordinate module assembly with assembly team and test cell installation activities, partnering with Supply Chain, Test Engineering and operations to secure on-time, on-quality readiness for test
- Coordinate instrumentation definition activities, Test Enabling Hardware (TEH) and Digital Engine Model definition, integrating inputs across design, systems, test, and customer requirements
- Serve as systems focal and technical leader during test execution, coordinating cross-functional engineering support, driving root-cause investigations, and enabling real-time decision-making to keep tests on track
- Ensure creation and maintenance of clear, concise and accurate engineering documentation, including configurations, test reports, deviations, and lessons learned, in accordance with quality and compliance requirements
- Synthesize and communicate test status, risks, and emerging issues to program and engineering leadership, proposing data-driven solutions and mitigation plans to protect Safety, Quality, Delivery, and Cost commitments
- Contribute in the definition of TRL and MRL plans required by programs, supporting maturity evidence collection and documentation
- Ensure lessons learned from ongoing NPI and technology maturation activities are captured and reused to improve execution
- Support FLIGHT DECK execution within the team, including preparing and maintaining DORs and WORs, supporting action tracking, and ensuring timely closure of issues impacting Safety, Quality, Delivery, and Cost
- Master’s Degree in Aeronautical or Mechanical Engineering or similar field
- Previous experience in New Product Introduction (NPI), product development or technology maturation in an engineering environment
- Experience working across Engineering and Test/Validation teams, with strong interface and coordination capability
- Knowledge or experience with change management / engineering change approval or configuration-related processes
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills; ability to work effectively in multi-functional and multi-cultural teams
- Systemic mindset, problem solver, clear thinking and diligent approach
- Willingness and ability to travel as needed to cover assigned tests, both locally and internationally
- Fluent Italian and English knowledge
- Work Visa, in accordance with local regulation, is required
- Previous experience in a Systems Engineering environment or equivalent (requirements, verification/validation, integration)
- Familiarity with TRL/MRL concepts and program maturity planning
- Experience supporting or interfacing with module assembly/manufacturing and shop execution
- Experience working with 3rd parties/suppliers in an NPI context
- Self-entrepreneurship, strong ownership, and continuous improvement mindset
- Knowledge of Lean principles and methodologies
- Familiarity with daily management routines and operational problem-solving (e.g., DOR/WOR cadence, issue escalation, and closure discipline)
- Performance related bonuses and local bonus scheme
- Flexible benefits platform
- Life and injury insurance
- Private medical coverage
- Employee assistant program
- Employee special awards (service and recognition)
- Local special agreements and discounts
- English and languages training for you and one member of your family
- Technical, Leadership and development trainings