CyRAD Solutions · 4 months ago
Senior Systems Engineer
Pleasanton, California, United States
Full-time
Onsite
Senior LevelCyRAD Solutions is a company focused on creating cutting-edge optical communication technology. They are seeking a Senior Systems Engineer to design, integrate, and test complex laser communication systems across various domains, ensuring reliability and performance in challenging environments.
Staffing & Recruiting
No H1B
Security Clearance Required
Responsibilities
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
Qualification
Required
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
Preferred
Experience with automation tools, scripting, or optical simulation software
Company
CyRAD Solutions
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Founded in 2013
2-10 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageLeadership Team
Rimas Cikotas
Founder - Chief Talent Officer
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