At arenaflex, we're on a mission to push the boundaries of innovation and excellence in the aerospace industry. As a leading manufacturer of advanced control and monitoring systems, we're seeking an experienced and skilled Customer Integration Lead to join our team in Indianapolis, IN. This is an exciting opportunity to work on cutting-edge projects, collaborate with internal and external customers, and contribute to the development of our ACaMS product family.
**About arenaflex**
arenaflex is a world-renowned brand with a rich history of innovation and excellence. For over a century, we've been at the forefront of designing, building, and servicing systems that provide critical power to customers where safety and reliability are paramount. Our commitment to innovation, employee development, and fostering a collaborative environment has earned us recognition as the top employer in the Engineering & Manufacturing category on the prestigious Forbes Top Employers for Engineers list for 2025.
**Why Join arenaflex?**
* Be part of a team that sets the industry standard and drives groundbreaking solutions.
* Collaborate with talented professionals who share your passion for innovation and excellence.
* Enjoy a comprehensive and competitive Total Rewards package, including base pay, discretionary bonus plan, and a range of benefits.
* Take advantage of hybrid working arrangements, flexible schedules, and relocation assistance.
* Pursue your career goals with access to training, development opportunities, and a supportive work environment.
**Key Responsibilities**
As the Customer Integration Lead for the ACaMS product family, you will be responsible for leading the customer interface to our control system development. This includes:
* Defining aircraft interfaces in collaboration with aircraft customers, whole engine engineers, and control system component engineers.
* Driving planning for and compliance to customer and engine-level gate reviews, ensuring control system definition and lifecycle documentation meets the progression criteria.
* Defining control system requirements at multiple levels of the requirements hierarchy, ensuring traceability, validation & verification coverage, and safety considerations are appropriately documented.
* Developing the integration plan of the engine control and monitoring system with the whole engine and airframe, ensuring verification and integration efforts show compliance to contractual standards and objectives.
* Acting as the primary technical liaison with whole-engine program (internal customers) and aircraft development team (external customers) for control system topics, engaging internal team to support those discussions and deliverables.
* Collaborating to provide technical guidance, counsel, and direction to a small team of engineers, assisting in technical judgments and supporting resource planning.
**Essential Qualifications**
* Bachelor's degree in an Engineering discipline with 5+ years of experience in control systems, OR
* Master's degree in an Engineering discipline with 3+ years of experience in control systems, OR
* PhD in an Engineering discipline
* U.S. Citizenship with the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. DoD Security Clearance
**Preferred Qualifications**
* 10+ years of experience in control systems
* Experience with and application of agile development methods for product development.
* Gas turbine engine controls experience or propulsion control system experience a plus
* Experience with FAA and/or US military certification of airborne systems.
* Demonstrated experience with control system design and analysis tools.
* Experience using CAMEO and/or IBM DOORS
**Skills and Competencies**
* Strong technical knowledge of control systems, including design, analysis, and integration.
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate with internal and external customers.
* Strong problem-solving and analytical skills, with the ability to identify and resolve complex technical issues.
* Experience with project management tools and methodologies, such as Agile and Scrum.
* Strong leadership and team management skills, with the ability to motivate and guide a team of engineers.
**Career Growth Opportunities and Learning Benefits**
* Access to training and development opportunities, including workshops, conferences, and online courses.
* Mentorship and coaching from experienced professionals in the field.
* Opportunities for career advancement and professional growth within arenaflex.
* Collaborative and supportive work environment, with a focus on innovation and excellence.
**Work Environment and Company Culture**
* arenaflex is committed to creating a workplace where all employees feel respected, supported, and empowered to do their best work.
* We foster a welcoming and innovative work environment that invests in our employees, giving them access to an incredible breadth and depth of opportunities.
* Our company culture is built on the principles of safety, integrity, and innovation, with a focus on delivering exceptional results and exceeding customer expectations.
**Compensation, Perks, and Benefits**
* Competitive salary range: $106,741 - $173,454 per year.
* Comprehensive and competitive Total Rewards package, including base pay, discretionary bonus plan, and a range of benefits.
* Hybrid working arrangements, flexible schedules, and relocation assistance.
* Access to training and development opportunities, including workshops, conferences, and online courses.
* Mentorship and coaching from experienced professionals in the field.
* Opportunities for career advancement and professional growth within arenaflex.
**How to Apply**
If you're a motivated and experienced professional with a passion for innovation and excellence, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity. Please submit your resume and cover letter to [insert contact information]. We look forward to hearing from you!
**Equal Opportunity Employer**
arenaflex is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any protected characteristics.