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Senior Systems Engineer - Electro-Mechanical Actuation Systems

Woodward HRT/MPC
life insurance, vision insurance, parental leave, paid holidays, sick time, short term disability, long term disability, tuition reimbursement, 401(k)
United States, Illinois, Niles
6300 West Howard Street (Show on map)
Jan 22, 2026

Woodward is committed to creating a great workplace for all team members. Our company and its members are committed to acting with integrity, being respectful and accountable to one another, and staying humble and driven, while maintaining the highest professional and ethical standards.

We are steadfastly committed to attracting the best talent across our communities creating a rewarding workplace. Together we are fulfilling our purpose to design and deliver energy control solutions our partners count on to power a clean future.

Woodward supports our members' wellbeing and regularly benchmarks with other companies in our industry to offer an extensive Total Reward package for this position. Salary will be determined by the applicant's education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data.

**Preferred Candidate Identified**

Senior:

Estimated annual base pay:$93,000 (minimum) - $121,000 (midpoint) - $149,000 (maximum)

  • All members included in annual cash bonus opportunity

    • 401(k) match (4.5%)

    • Annual Woodward stock contribution (5%)

    • Tuition reimbursement and Training/Professional Development opportunities for all members

  • 12 paid holidays, including floating holidays

  • Industry leading medical, dental, and vision Insurance upon date of hire

  • Vacation / Sick Time / Vacation Buy-up / Short Term Disability / Bereavement leave

  • Paid parental leave

  • Adoption Assistance

  • Employee Assistance Program, including mental health benefits

  • Member Life & AD&D / Long Term Disability / Member Optional Life

  • Member referral bonus

  • Spouse / Child Optional Life / Optional AD&D / Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending

  • Voluntary benefits, including:

    • Home / Auto Insurance discounts

    • Whole Life Insurance / Critical Illness Insurance / Legal Assistance / Military Leave

If you're an experienced Systems Engineer, we have an exciting opportunity for you to develop the Next Generation Electro-Mechanical Actuation Systems.

The Senior Systems Engineer, reporting to the Engineering Leader, is responsible for leading product design efforts, mentoring engineers, and contributing to process improvements, strategic planning, and presentations. Operating with minimal supervision, the role involves independent work, oversight of project portfolios, and awareness of industry trends and customer needs. The engineer engages in high-level customer interactions, provides technical evaluations of new opportunities within the PLC process, and participates in enterprise negotiations.

Key Responsibilities:

  • System Design and Architecture: Develops and implements comprehensive system architectures, ensuring scalability and integration with existing technologies.

  • Technical Problem Solving: Identifies and resolves complex technical issues by analyzing multiple data sources and applying innovative solutions.

  • Project Leadership: Leads and manages system engineering projects, coordinating with cross functional teams to achieve project goals within deadlines.

  • Mentorship and Support: Provides guidance and technical expertise to junior engineers, fostering a collaborative and knowledgeable team environment.

  • Performance Optimization: Monitors and enhances system performance and reliability, implementing best practices and continuous improvements.

Key Skills:

  • Systems Engineering: Expertise in designing and managing complex systems architectures.

  • Advanced Troubleshooting: Ability to diagnose and resolve intricate technical issues effectively.

  • Project Leadership: Skilled in leading and coordinating projects from initiation to successful completion.

  • Cross Functional Collaboration: Proficiency in working seamlessly with multiple teams and departments.

  • Technical Expertise: In depth knowledge of relevant technologies and industry best practices.

  • Analytical Thinking: Competent in analyzing diverse data sources to inform strategic decisions.

  • Effective Communication: Ability to convey complex information clearly and build consensus among stakeholders.

  • Strategic Planning: Understanding of market dynamics and integration of best practices into system designs.

  • Autonomous Work Style: Capability to work independently with minimal supervision.

  • Mentorship and Guidance: Acts as a resource and mentor to less experienced colleagues.

Successful candidates have:

  • Bachelor's degree in sciences (BS) in relevant field AND 4+ years' experience

  • Provides leadership of system and subsystem technical scope defined above and takes a lead role with engineers, designers and technicians

This position requires use of information which is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or the Export Administration Regulations (EAR). All applicants must be U.S. Persons within the meaning of the ITAR and EAR, or eligible to obtain all required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State and/or the U.S. Department of Commerce. The ITAR defines a U.S. Person as a U.S. citizen or national, lawful permanent resident (i.e., 'Green Card holder'), or a protected person (e.g., asylee, or refugee).

Woodward is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including sexual orientation and gender identity), national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other category protected under federal, state, or local laws.

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