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Pleasanton, CA (On-Site/Office)
Senior Systems Engineer
Are you a hands-on engineer who loves building real-world systems? Our team is a group of experienced engineers creating cutting-edge optical communication technology across the terrestrial, oceanic, and atmospheric domains . We work directly with physical systems that are deployed and tested in real-world environments.
As a Senior Systems Engineer, you will be central to the design, integration, and testing of complex laser communication systems. This is a cross-disciplinary role spanning optical, mechanical, electrical, and software domains. You'll need a strong systems mindset and a deep understanding of how components work together to create high-performance, reliable, and safe solutions. Your work will directly impact the future of high-speed communications across the most challenging environments.
What You'll Do
What We're Looking For
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Are you a hands-on engineer who loves building real-world systems? Our team is a group of experienced engineers creating cutting-edge optical communication technology across the terrestrial, oceanic, and atmospheric domains . We work directly with physical systems that are deployed and tested in real-world environments.
As a Senior Systems Engineer, you will be central to the design, integration, and testing of complex laser communication systems. This is a cross-disciplinary role spanning optical, mechanical, electrical, and software domains. You'll need a strong systems mindset and a deep understanding of how components work together to create high-performance, reliable, and safe solutions. Your work will directly impact the future of high-speed communications across the most challenging environments.
What You'll Do
- Lead the integration of laser-based communication systems, for both defense and commercial applications.
- Collaborate with engineers to ensure system reliability, performance, and safety.
- Apply thermodynamics, CFD, and FEA modeling to system design and validation.
- Support environmental testing, including compliance with MIL-STD-810 standards.
- Conduct system-level testing and validation against aerospace and defense requirements.
- Contribute to cybersecurity implementation and ensure systems meet applicable defense regulations.
- Maintain clear documentation of system architecture and test results.
What We're Looking For
- Bachelors or Masters degree in Systems Engineering, Optical Engineering, or a related field.
- Hands-on experience with laser systems, optics, fiber optics, and/or photonics.
- Familiarity with SolidWorks or equivalent CAD platforms.
- Working knowledge of defense standards and aerospace industry testing practices.
- Experience with New Product Introduction (NPI) processes.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills in a fast-paced, multidisciplinary startup environment.
- Active or eligible for security clearance.
Bonus points for:
- Experience with automation tools, scripting, or optical simulation software.
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