Edmund Optics
Principal Systems Engineer
Edmund Optics, Tucson, Arizona, United States, 85718
Principal Systems Engineer
Job Locations
US-AZ-Tucson
Type
Full Time
Overview
Systems engineers participate in the engineering and development of complex systems by setting objectives, guiding execution, analyzing the results, and suggesting corrective actions as necessary. Systems engineers manage technical requirements of the top-level system as well as of the interrelated parts. At Edmund Optics (EO) specifically, systems engineers guide the development process of complex optical systems that typically include optical, mechanical, and electrical components. These engineers work with internal and external customers to fully understand and meet their needs.A Principal Systems Engineer leads a wide variety of tasks and activities relating to the planning, implementation, and documentation of some of the largest and most complex systems engineering projects at EO. They take a lead role in conversations with customers and other stakeholders in order to properly define system requirements and provide critical status updates. They competently and deftly direct EO resources to meet system requirements, address risk, and complete verification/validation activities. Additionally, they work to develop more junior engineers through coaching and mentorship, and coordinate process improvement efforts within the department.Responsibilities
Based on the customer's needs, define stakeholder requirements from a comprehensive, end-user perspective
Derive system requirements and manage those requirements over the life of the projectDefine system architecture by identifying subsystems and allocating requirements and interfaces to those subsystemsAnalyze the impact of any proposed design changes on the system requirementsProduce a variety of models to accurately manage, verify, and communicate engineering dataIdentify project and product risks and escalate using the project's defined processesEvaluate technical readiness as it pertains to achieving system requirements and functionalityConduct trade-off studies and options analysis to balance cost, risk, and performanceSupport system and subsystem integration effortsSupport system verification and validation activitiesTroubleshoot and analyze failure data, including root cause and corrective action processesClearly communicate plans, status, and issues to key stakeholdersInterface directly with customers on a variety of complex optical systemsCollaborate with colleagues in Sales, Engineering, Project Management, and Manufacturing to support specific projectsGenerate training contentDevelop more junior engineers through training and mentorshipRecruit and interview new engineering talent (optional)Promote company expertise by authoring papers, participating in webinars, etc.Engage in process improvement efforts within the departmentAttend external training, seminars, and conferences to continue personal growth and further the technical exposure of the company
Qualifications
To perform this position successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable Accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Required Skills & Abilities:Knowledge of systems engineering principlesKnowledge of basic optical, mechanical, and/or electrical engineering conceptsBasic knowledge of optical assembly, integration, and test methodsExperience performing end-to-end product realization activities (conceptualization, integration, verification, validation, transition, etc.)Experience with technical management of requirements, risk, configuration, etc.Experience with dependability engineering (security, reliability, and safety)Experience using model-based systems engineering (MBSE) techniquesExperience with Agile processes and techniquesFamiliarity with various planning and modeling software (e.g. MS Project, MS Visio, SysML)Analysis using one or more of the following tools: MS Excel, PowerBI, Matlab, Minitab, or equivalentStrong technical writing skills for documentation of designs, plans, and proceduresAbility to communicate and collaborate well across different teams, disciplines, and culturesBuilding trustBuilding a successful teamCommunicating with impactPersuasiveness and influenceFacilitating, managing, and championing changeHigh quality standardsResults orientedAdaptabilityIntegrityU.S. Citizenship or permanent residence requiredEducation/Experience:Undergraduate degree (graduate degree preferred) in science, technology, engineering, or mathematics (STEM) field and a minimum of 15 years of prior, relevant experience in the areas of systems engineering or systems test (preferably optics related)All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.Think you meet some of the requirements but not all? Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs for which they do not meet every qualification. If you see a role that interests you, we encourage you to apply, regardless of whether or not your experience is completely aligned with the job description. Edmund Optics is committed to becoming the most diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace within the Optics and Photonics Industry and beyond. You may be a great candidate for this role or others within Edmund Optics.
Job Locations
US-AZ-Tucson
Type
Full Time
Overview
Systems engineers participate in the engineering and development of complex systems by setting objectives, guiding execution, analyzing the results, and suggesting corrective actions as necessary. Systems engineers manage technical requirements of the top-level system as well as of the interrelated parts. At Edmund Optics (EO) specifically, systems engineers guide the development process of complex optical systems that typically include optical, mechanical, and electrical components. These engineers work with internal and external customers to fully understand and meet their needs.A Principal Systems Engineer leads a wide variety of tasks and activities relating to the planning, implementation, and documentation of some of the largest and most complex systems engineering projects at EO. They take a lead role in conversations with customers and other stakeholders in order to properly define system requirements and provide critical status updates. They competently and deftly direct EO resources to meet system requirements, address risk, and complete verification/validation activities. Additionally, they work to develop more junior engineers through coaching and mentorship, and coordinate process improvement efforts within the department.Responsibilities
Based on the customer's needs, define stakeholder requirements from a comprehensive, end-user perspective
Derive system requirements and manage those requirements over the life of the projectDefine system architecture by identifying subsystems and allocating requirements and interfaces to those subsystemsAnalyze the impact of any proposed design changes on the system requirementsProduce a variety of models to accurately manage, verify, and communicate engineering dataIdentify project and product risks and escalate using the project's defined processesEvaluate technical readiness as it pertains to achieving system requirements and functionalityConduct trade-off studies and options analysis to balance cost, risk, and performanceSupport system and subsystem integration effortsSupport system verification and validation activitiesTroubleshoot and analyze failure data, including root cause and corrective action processesClearly communicate plans, status, and issues to key stakeholdersInterface directly with customers on a variety of complex optical systemsCollaborate with colleagues in Sales, Engineering, Project Management, and Manufacturing to support specific projectsGenerate training contentDevelop more junior engineers through training and mentorshipRecruit and interview new engineering talent (optional)Promote company expertise by authoring papers, participating in webinars, etc.Engage in process improvement efforts within the departmentAttend external training, seminars, and conferences to continue personal growth and further the technical exposure of the company
Qualifications
To perform this position successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable Accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Required Skills & Abilities:Knowledge of systems engineering principlesKnowledge of basic optical, mechanical, and/or electrical engineering conceptsBasic knowledge of optical assembly, integration, and test methodsExperience performing end-to-end product realization activities (conceptualization, integration, verification, validation, transition, etc.)Experience with technical management of requirements, risk, configuration, etc.Experience with dependability engineering (security, reliability, and safety)Experience using model-based systems engineering (MBSE) techniquesExperience with Agile processes and techniquesFamiliarity with various planning and modeling software (e.g. MS Project, MS Visio, SysML)Analysis using one or more of the following tools: MS Excel, PowerBI, Matlab, Minitab, or equivalentStrong technical writing skills for documentation of designs, plans, and proceduresAbility to communicate and collaborate well across different teams, disciplines, and culturesBuilding trustBuilding a successful teamCommunicating with impactPersuasiveness and influenceFacilitating, managing, and championing changeHigh quality standardsResults orientedAdaptabilityIntegrityU.S. Citizenship or permanent residence requiredEducation/Experience:Undergraduate degree (graduate degree preferred) in science, technology, engineering, or mathematics (STEM) field and a minimum of 15 years of prior, relevant experience in the areas of systems engineering or systems test (preferably optics related)All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.Think you meet some of the requirements but not all? Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs for which they do not meet every qualification. If you see a role that interests you, we encourage you to apply, regardless of whether or not your experience is completely aligned with the job description. Edmund Optics is committed to becoming the most diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace within the Optics and Photonics Industry and beyond. You may be a great candidate for this role or others within Edmund Optics.