Systems Engineer

Description

Position : Systems Engineer Experience : minimum 5 years of experience in Systems Engineering Minimum Education : Bachelors or Masters degree in Systems Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field. Location : Longmont, CO (onsite) Compensation Range : $125,000 - $175,000 depending upon experience and education. nLIGHT-DEFENSE Systems, Inc. is one of the nation's leading developers of Directed Energy systems, which is a top modernization priority of the Department of Defense. nLIGHT-DEFENSE Systems, Inc. High Energy Laser (HEL) systems, Adaptive Optical (AO) systems, and Acquisition / Pointing / Tracking (APT) solutions are designed to overcome the most difficult challenges facing the deployment of high energy laser solutions to the United States military and our allies. Headquartered in Longmont, Colorado, nLIGHT-DEFENSE Systems, Inc. is a vertically integrated business that leverages internal capabilities - from semiconductor device through target identification - to develop systems that are both high-performance and cost-effective. We continue to invest in capabilities, facilities and technology to bring leading edge HEL solutions to the warfighter. Our parent company, nLIGHT, Inc., is a fast-growing, well-capitalized, publicly-traded semiconductor and fiber lasers business with a long track record of developing innovative solutions for the Aerospace & Defense, Industrial and Microfabrication markets. This is a great opportunity to work at a company that is on the leading edge of the HEL industry and provides a culture of excellence and commitment to delivering solutions to the warfighter and our country. The ideal candidate has a strong work ethic, is highly organized, self-motivated, enjoys working as a part of a team, and has an insatiable appetite to learn and adapt in a fast-paced environment while continuously contributing to our mission. All applicants must be a U.S. Person and, for potential future roles, may need to be qualified to obtain a U.S. DoD Personnel Security Clearance.Further information on requirements to obtain a security clearance is available at : review this information before applying. Job Description : We are seeking a skilled and motivated Systems Engineer to join our team. The ideal candidate will be a broad systems thinker with the ability to apply Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) principles as needed. Experience working within a structured team environment and implementing best practices aligned with relevant systems engineering standards is desired. This role will involve helping to guide our team's system model direction and ensuring effective integration with software, firmware, and other engineering disciplines. The candidate will provide Systems Engineering support across the project lifecycle for High Energy Laser (HEL) Weapon Systems and / or HEL Beam Control System (BCS) applications. 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.

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Equal Opportunity Employer . All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or age. For more information about our commitment to equal employment opportunity, please see this government poster : Know Your Rights : Workplace Discrimination is Illegal . If you are an individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation in the application or hiring process, please contact Human Resources at (360) 566-4460 or [emailprotected] .