System Integrator

Saalex is seeking a System Integrator in Ridgecrest, CA. The selected candidate will serve as the working supervisor responsible for managing day-to-day technical operations, personnel, and flight test asset coordination in support of customer mission requirements. This individual will lead a team of technical professionals supporting aircraft avionics integration, modification, reconfiguration, and operational readiness efforts in a highly dynamic and time-sensitive environment. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership skills, extensive aircraft avionics systems integration experience, and a proven ability to manage multiple priorities while ensuring compliance with Naval Aviation maintenance, safety, quality, and operational requirements. This role requires close collaboration with government customers, contractors, and engineering teams to provide effective technical leadership and mission-focused support. Position Type: Full-Time Salary: $150k-$180k annually (depending upon experience) Work Location: Onsite Essential Functions: Provide day-to-day leadership and supervision of Avionics Systems Integration and Operations personnel supporting mission requirements. Manage technical staff and direct daily work activities to ensure contract objectives and customer requirements are successfully achieved. Facilitate immediate technical and staffing allocation decisions to maintain operational responsiveness and mission success. Lead and mentor team members while fostering a culture of accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement. Coordinate flight test assets and support activities in a time-sensitive and dynamic operational environment. Ensure compliance with all applicable safety, security, quality assurance, and Naval Aviation regulations, including NAMP and NAVAIRINST 3710.1 requirements. Manage personnel supporting aircraft engineering, modification, integration, and reconfiguration efforts across multiple shifts. Support flight test operations, off-site detachments, and fleet requirements as mission needs dictate. Perform and oversee F-35 System Integration and Operations activities utilizing technical publications, engineering drawings, modification packages, databases, and associated computer systems. Conduct independent studies, data analysis, and process reviews to ensure technical products and work efforts align with program objectives. Serve as a technical advisor to senior government and contractor leadership regarding system integration, operational challenges, and engineering support requirements. Identify technical, process, and quality assurance issues and assist in the development and implementation of corrective actions and resolution strategies. Coordinate with fellow program and contract leaders to ensure seamless customer support and effective communication across teams. Prepare technical reports, status updates, and program documentation supporting operational and management…