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title: 'Senior Systems Engineer at SkyGrid'
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# Senior Systems Engineer at SkyGrid

- **Company:** SkyGrid
- **Location:** Austin, TX
- **Employment:** full-time
- **Work type:** remote
- **Posted:** 2026-07-01
- **Last confirmed live:** 2026-09-07
- **Apply:** https://jobs.lever.co/skygrid/6bf0b651-2fb5-4576-8a08-fc5d7e196a84

## Job description

SkyGrid, a Wisk Company, exists to open the sky for autonomous flight. Based in Austin, Texas, SkyGrid builds ground-based high-assurance third-party services to enable the safe operations and airspace integration of highly automated and autonomous aircraft. SkyGrid also acts as a key operational nexus for advanced air mobility, integrating and managing data, infrastructure, access, and traffic to support seamless and efficient air traffic services.

The SkyGrid team is looking for a Senior Systems Engineer to support activities across the company portfolio. In doing so, this person will take on a key role in defining and architecting SkyGrid’s systems across the Systems Engineering “V”, including development of requirements, use cases, and functional architecture. This role directly supports certification and verification & validation planning, while following an MBSE paradigm throughout the system lifecycle. You will work with engineers across multiple disciplines as well as Integrated Product Team leads, other systems engineers, program managers, and system architects. Success in this role requires a combination of technical skills, soft skills, and leadership experience. This role will report to the Systems Engineering Manager and while a hybrid workplace is preferred, it can be considered a fully remote role.

Performance Objectives:

- Deliver high-quality MBSE artifacts and technical leadership through the current CDR phase of the program and ensure on-time completion to support CDR review within the next 12-18 months.
- Perform requirements traceability and impact assessments in relation to the CDR review.
- Support the development of System and Subsystem Design Description documents in relation to the CDR review.
- Identify and mitigate system technical risks in relation to the CDR review.

Responsibilities:

- Develop system requirements based on inputs from internal Product, Marketing, and Business Development teams, as well as external customers and regulatory standards.
- Develop and maintain SysML models (Use Case, Activity, Sequence, State machine, etc.) using MBSE methodologies and tools such as Cameo.
- Advance and support system development activities including the current design phase from requirements validation, implementation, verification, and certification.
- Lead or support compliance with ARP4754B development practices and produce necessary artifacts.
- Guide and support system design compliance with certification, cyber security, quality, and safety standards.
- Support formal technical program gates, including SRR, PDR, CDR, TRR, and qualification reviews.
- Ensure compliance with customer, contractual, and regulatory requirements.
- Coordinate activities with other team members and supervise/review the work of junior staff.

Qualifications:

- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Computer, Mechanical, Aerospace Engineering or related STEM degree from an accredited university or college.
- 7+ years of experience working in a highly technical, aerospace-related industry.
- 5+ years of experience working in a Systems Engineer position.
- Experience applying MBSE principles using SysML and one or more MBSE tools (Cameo Systems Modeler/MagicDraw).
- Familiarity with all phases of the Systems Engineering design process, including concept of operations, requirements development, system / software architecture definition, system integration, requirements validation, and requirements verification.
- Experience with ARP4754B and ability to support System Safety reviews per ARP4761A.

Preferred Qualifications:

- Master’s degree in engineering or related field.
- Experience developing autonomous systems or avionics products.
- Experience with requirements management tools such as Polarion, DOORS.
- Experience with DO-178C compliant development lifecycle.

Join Our Team and Enjoy Exceptional Benefits:

- Comprehensive Health Coverage from Day One: Enjoy immediate access to medical, dental, and vision insurance, including HSA and FSA options.
- Generous Retirement Contributions: Benefit from an automatic company 401k contribution program, with no match required, plus an additional company matching program to boost your retirement savings.
- Calm Annual Membership: Prioritize your mental health with complimentary access to mindfulness and meditation resources.
- Discounted ClassPass Membership: Stay active and healthy with access to thousands of fitness studios and gyms nationwide.
- Investment in Your Growth: Receive an annual stipend for learning and development to support your continuous education and skill development
- Engaging Team Activities: Participate in quarterly team-building events and celebrations organized by our dedicated culture committee.
- Fully Stocked Kitchen: Enjoy a variety of snacks and beverages to keep you fueled throughout the day.

## About SkyGrid

## Company Overview
- **One-liner**: SkyGrid provides high-assurance third-party services and an airspace integration platform to enable safe, secure, and efficient autonomous flight for Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) operations.
- **Entity Type**: Private (backed by Boeing; total funding of $13.3M reported)
- **Headquarters**: Austin, Texas, United States
- **Founded**: 2019
- **Founders**: Not publicly listed; leadership includes CEO Jia Xu, Head of Business Development Nate Isbell, and Chief Innovation Officer Alfredo Giuliano

## Core Business
- **Primary industry**: Aviation and Aerospace – specifically Advanced Air Mobility (AAM), Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS), and autonomous flight services.
- **Target customers**: B2B – operators of crewed and uncrewed aircraft, AAM ecosystem participants, government agencies, and infrastructure providers.
- **Mission or purpose**: “To open the sky for autonomous flight” by creating the world’s most trusted airspace and operational integration platform.

## Products & Services
- **Airspace Integration Platform**: A high-assurance, third-party service that seamlessly integrates and manages aeronautical and environmental data, monitors ground infrastructure, and performs high-integrity surveillance to support strategic and tactical decision-making for both crewed and uncrewed operations.
- **Cooperative Traffic Management Services**: Safety-of-life approved flight operations and traffic management for autonomous aircraft and AAM vehicles, ensuring safe integration into the National Airspace System (NAS).

## Market Standing
- **Valuation/Market Cap**: Not disclosed (private company; subsidiary of Boeing)
- **Key Metric**: Annual revenue of ~$13M (source: LinkedIn) and total funding of $13.3M across rounds (Seed round in 2021, plus earlier Series A/B rounds).
- **Notable Investors/Partners**: Backed by Boeing, the world’s largest aerospace company, providing over 100 years of aviation expertise.
- **Growth Signals**: Headcount grew 57.6% year-over-year to 63 employees; 63 product + tech employees; actively hiring for Senior Software Engineer, Systems Engineer, Simulation Engineer, and Senior Product Designer roles.

## Competitive Advantages
- **Boeing backing**: Access to deep aerospace domain knowledge, safety certifications, and global airspace experience.
- **High-assurance focus**: Built with rigorous safety cases, cybersecurity controls, and system engineering – differentiating from competitors in the AAM software space.
- **Comprehensive situational awareness**: Provides a trusted set of aeronautical, environmental, and surveillance data along with real-time monitoring, enhancing safety for AAM operations.
- **Strategic location**: HQ in Austin, Texas, a hub for tech talent and innovation.

## Strategic Focus
- Scale the airspace integration platform to support the growing AAM ecosystem, including drone delivery, air taxi, and cargo operations.
- Deepen partnerships with aircraft manufacturers, infrastructure providers, and regulators to enable certified autonomous flight at scale.
- Continue building high-assurance, safety-of-life services that meet the rigorous standards of the National Airspace System.

## Why Work Here
- **Culture & Mission**: Work at the forefront of autonomous aviation, solving one of the industry’s biggest challenges – safely integrating uncrewed aircraft into the airspace. “Safety is our cornerstone” and innovation is celebrated.
- **Work Environment**: Hybrid workspace (flexible remote/on-site in Austin, TX). Employees enjoy a mix of in-office and remote work.
- **Perks & Benefits** (from SkyGrid careers page and Built In):
  - Comprehensive healthcare (medical, dental, vision) with HSA/FSA options.
  - Automatic 401k contribution plus matching program.
  - Free Calm App membership and discounted ClassPass.
  - Annual learning & development stipend.
  - Quarterly team-building activities and fully stocked kitchen with snacks and coffee.
  - 4+ weeks PTO, company-wide winter break, and parental leave.
- **Team**: Diverse mix of aviation experts, engineers, data scientists, and tech enthusiasts. 16 reviews on LinkedIn give an overall rating of 4.5/5.0 (Culture: 4.5, Career: 4.4, Work-Life: 4.4, Compensation: 3.9).

## Sources
1. [SkyGrid Careers page](https://www.skygrid.com/careers/) – Perks, benefits, safety culture
2. [SkyGrid About Us](https://www.skygrid.com/about-us/) – Mission, leadership, Boeing backing
3. [LinkedIn company page](https://linkedin.com/company/skygrid) – Revenue, funding, headcount, employee reviews
4. [Lever Careers (SkyGrid jobs)](https://jobs.lever.co/skygrid) – Current open positions
5. [Built In Austin – SkyGrid](https://builtin.com/company/skygrid) – Hybrid policy, perks, employee count

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