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nLIGHT, Inc. · 2 days ago

Systems Engineer

Longmont, CO

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$125K/yr - $175K/yr

5+ years exp

nLIGHT, Inc. is one of the nation’s leading developers of Directed Energy systems, and they are seeking a skilled and motivated Systems Engineer to join their team. The role involves applying Model-Based Systems Engineering principles and providing Systems Engineering support across the project lifecycle for High Energy Laser Weapon Systems and applications.

ElectronicsLaserManufacturingSemiconductor

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Define and manage formal requirements through the project lifecycle. Including track Key Performance Parameters (KPPs) and associated allocations

Utilize Model Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) tools to develop and manage an integrated data-driven model consisting of requirements, interfaces, test data, simulation tools, and other technical information

Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including software and firmware, to integrate system models and ensure coherent system development

Provide guidance on systems engineering best practices and tools to the team

Develop and deliver technical documentation, including requirements specifications, design descriptions, and validation plans

Responsible for development of Interface Control Documents (ICDs) by combining inputs from multiple engineering disciplines

Responsible for development and integration of artifacts for formal DoD acquisition design reviews (CoDR, SRR, PDR, IBR, etc.)

Continuously improve processes and tools related to systems engineering and MBSE

Qualification

Model-Based Systems EngineeringSystems Engineering toolsHigh Energy Laser systemsMATLABAgileTechnical report writingConfiguration ManagementAttention to DetailProblem-solvingCollaboration

Required

minimum 5 years of experience in Systems Engineering

Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Systems Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field

Ability to work in a dynamic environment and maintain composure and good working relationships under pressure

3+ years of experience in systems engineering with exposure to MBSE

Excels in individual and collaborative work assignments, with focus on promoting collaborative work environment

Experience or strong interest in software development and the ability to effectively interface with software/firmware engineering teams

Effectively manage schedule and priorities with minimal daily direction to meet mid to long-term schedule objectives

Superior problem-solving ability and ability to absorb information from multiple sources to reach a solution

Experience in MATLAB or other software development tools (C, C++, C#, Java)

Experience in System Engineering tools: Cameo Systems Modeler or similar

Develop and track modeling and allocations for Technical Performance Measurements

Technical report writing – good technical writing skills are critical

All applicants must possess or be qualified to obtain a U.S. DoD Personnel Security Clearance

Preferred

Experience in development and delivery of electro-optical systems, preferably High Energy Laser systems and/or High Energy Laser Beam Control Systems

Experience in task management and software development processes using tools such as Agile and/or GitLab

Experience in specification and evaluation of requirements for laser and electro-optical systems, in particular for high power applications

Advanced MATLAB or software development experience

Command and data communication experience

Firmware definition and implementation experience

Configuration Management for laser and electro-optical systems, in particular for high power applications

Experience in Adaptive Optical (AO) Systems

System Test and Evaluation and validation of modeling tools against measurements

Benefits

4 weeks of Paid Time Off per year

11 paid Holidays

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Tuition Assistance Program

Health (ACA Gold Plan), Vision and Dental Care paid by employer 100% for Employee and 75% for Dependents

Paid Family Leave, Short and Long Term Disability paid by employer 100%

Competitive 401k with company match and immediate vesting

Company

nLIGHT, Inc.

nLIGHT, Inc. is a leading provider of high-power lasers for mission critical directed energy, optical sensing, and advanced manufacturing applications.

Founded in 2000

Hillsboro, Oregon, USA

1001-5000 employees