Senior Systems Engineer in Tucson
$130k - $165kEnergy Jobline ZR
Overview At Areté, we are at the forefront of utilizing innovative solutions with diverse backgrounds to help solve the nation’s most complex security challenges. We strive for an inclusive, collaborative team environment and, as an employee-owned company, foster opportunities for innovation and professional growth. Discover your future with us. We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Systems Engineer to join our team designing, building, and testing electro-optic mechanical stabilized systems. The Systems Engineer will execute multiple aspects of the systems engineering discipline, including requirements decomposition into software/hardware functions, system performance analysis and trade studies, oversight of software/hardware development and system integration and test activities to ensure system requirements closure. The systems engineer will interact with development teams, production teams, program leadership, and customer regarding technical considerations, risks, and issue closure associated with our programs capabilities. This position will be based in our Tucson, AZ office and is classified as a full-time, exempt, non-supervisory position. We have an impressive range of benefits, programs, and perks that we offer. Responsibilities Coordinate and conduct system integration testing to ensure compatibility and performance. Develop detailed test plans and procedures, ensuring all necessary equipment and resources are available. Create and maintain detailed documentation of system configurations, architectures, and troubleshooting procedures. Derive requirements, establish requirements traceability, perform systems integration & test, and verify performance. Present engineering material in lifecycle design reviews and support test events at multiple test sites. Concept of Operations (CONOPS) development and design; troubleshoot system-level failures with a cross-functional team. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate hardware and software components into a cohesive system. Qualifications and Experience Bachelor’s degree in engineering, or a related field. 9+ years of experience with a BS/BA; 7+ years with an MS/MA; 4+ years with a PhD. Eligible to obtain and hold a Secret clearance. Hands-on knowledge for precision assemblies and testing of hardware. Develop detailed test plans and procedures, ensuring all necessary equipment and resources are available. Document findings, generate test reports, and present results to stakeholders. Nice to Have (Skills) Jama for Requirements and Test Management Ability to write scripts for test automation and data analysis Experience with project management methodologies and tools like Agile, Scrum Knowledge of relevant industry standards and regulations, such as MIL-STD, MIL-HDBK, ISO, ASME Salary and Benefits The annual salary range for this role is $130,000 to $165,000; however, Arete considers several factors when extending an offer of employment, including the position and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, education/training, and key skills. Other Considerations Areté is committed to the principles of equal employment opportunity and nondiscrimination, and we believe every person has the right to be treated with fairness, dignity, and equal consideration. Areté is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. U.S. citizenship is required to meet position eligibility. Successful passage of a criminal background screen is required to meet position eligibility. Selected applicants will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. Areté will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring. Successful passage of a Department of Transportation (DOT) drug test is required to meet position eligibility. If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you have the right to request an accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access our website because of your disability. To request an accommodation, please contact Areté Human Resources at View phone number on click.appcast.io for assistance. #J-18808-Ljbffr Energy Jobline ZR
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