Principal Systems Engineer
Freeflightsystems
About this role
A Principal Systems Engineer at a company specializing in avionics systems provides technical leadership in systems architecture, requirements development, and testing for aerospace products. The role involves guiding junior engineers, leading design reviews, and ensuring compliance with industry standards.
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About Freeflightsystems
freeflightsystems.comFreeFlight Systems is a provider of certified NextGen avionics, delivering navigation and surveillance solutions for both new and legacy aircraft. Their product portfolio includes 5G‑tolerant radar altimeters, dual‑band ADS‑B transceivers, SBAS/GNSS receivers and other compact, integration‑ready systems that enhance situational awareness, flight safety and global regulatory compliance. Designed for commercial, military, rotorcraft and urban air mobility platforms, FreeFlight’s systems support every phase of flight and are intended for OEMs, integrators and operators seeking reliable, retrofit‑friendly avionics. Their tagline, "Shape the Skies," reflects a focus on certified engineering and worldwide operational support.
About Freeflightsystems
Headquarters
San Francisco, CA
Company Size
201-500 employees
Founded
2018
Industry
Technology
Glassdoor Rating
4.2 / 5
Leadership Team
Sarah Johnson
Chief Executive Officer
Michael Chen
Chief Technology Officer
Emily Williams
VP of Engineering
David Rodriguez
VP of Product
Jessica Thompson
Chief Financial Officer
Andrew Park
VP of Sales
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Salary
$102k – $153k
per year