Eric Papke
@ericpapke
Senior Systems Engineer | Expert in Full Lifecycle Management, BehavioralModeling & TEMPEST Testing | Mentor & Leader in Advanced Systems Engineering|
United StatesWhat I'm looking for
I’m a Senior Systems Engineer with a track record of full lifecycle ownership of complex, proprietary devices—turning system requirements into executable models, dependable integration plans, and verified outcomes. I’m especially strong in system requirements development and behavioral modeling, and I use DoDAF, SysML, and UML to keep large engineering efforts coordinated and aligned.
At Lockheed Martin, I created review processes and model templates to accelerate reusable program development, ensuring alignment with company procedures and stakeholder needs. At Collins Aerospace, I led requirements and behavior modeling updates for stringent aerospace standards, and I maintained 600+ requirements with a focus on accuracy and relevance to project objectives.
I also specialize in systems verification and security-focused testing, including TEMPEST testing procedures, SIL test suites, and EMI/ENV/secure communication validation. I mentor teams (from four engineers to 20+ engineers), streamline inter-team coordination to protect timelines, and enhance system reliability through strategic test planning and execution.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Systems Engineer
Lockheed Martin
Jan 2025 - Jan 2026 (1 year)
Devised review processes and created reusable model templates to align with company procedures and stakeholder needs. Developed model elements to accelerate future program development and partnered with stakeholders across organizational levels to ensure process alignment.
Senior Systems Engineer
Collins Aerospace
Jan 2022 - Jan 2024 (2 years)
Owned development of proprietary aerospace devices, updating requirements and modeling device behaviors while mentoring a team of four engineers. Developed and maintained 600+ requirements, led 20+ engineers, and streamlined inter-team coordination to optimize the product development lifecycle.
Systems Engineer
Collins Aerospace
Jan 2019 - Jan 2022 (3 years)
Led TEMPEST testing procedures as the engineering representative, ensuring compliance with relevant standards. Devised System Integration Lab (SIL) test suites and authored TEMPEST test plans for ground and airborne devices while mentoring 10+ engineers and managing schedule risks.
Software Engineer
Collins Aerospace
Jan 2014 - Jan 2019 (5 years)
Directed software verification testing for military radio series and ensured adherence to defense standards and protocols. Engineered an automated test framework that improved coverage for 20+ regression tests and led scheduled software verification cycles to support product reliability and performance.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
LeTourneau University
Bachelor of Computer Science, Computer Science
Earned a Bachelor of Computer Science degree from LeTourneau University.
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