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Space Launch Engineer, SSC/SYD 80
Space Systems Command
Kirtland AFB, NM
- $90,479 to $139,871 USD / year
…Force's premier rapid response launch team as a Space Launch Engineer & Program Manager, where your work directly supports the Nation's most critical defense missions. This is your chance…
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Senior Engineer, SSC/SW
Space Systems Command
Chantilly, VA
- $142,488 to $195,200 USD / year
…leadership regarding the strategic continuation, redirection, or integration of major defense systems. Acting as a collaborative bridge across military branches, defense agencies, and…
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ENGINEER/SCIENTIST
Naval Sea Systems Command
Crane, IN
- $125,776 to $192,331 USD / year
…experience must demonstrate the following: as a professional engineer or scientist, overseeing planning and execution of technical engineering or scientific projects involving design,…
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Field System Technician
Bechtel Corporation
Millersport, OH
Assist the EPC Automation Lead in coordinating with the Project Field Engineer, project IS&T Lead, and other automation leads (procurement and project controls, commissioning, etc.), as…
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General Engineer
Space Systems Command
Peterson AFB, CO
- $129,096 to $197,200 USD / year
…Infrastructure (SFPAE-INF) is seeking a highly motivated and experienced systems engineering leader to join our team to be the Chief Engineer of the SFPAE-INF Capability Trade Council. The…
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GPS Engineer
Applied Materials
Santa Clara, CA · Santa Clara
Lead complex technical escalations in partnership with cross-functional design and engineering teams to drive rapid issue resolution.
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Supervisory Engineer - Strategic Education Outreach Director
Naval Sea Systems Command
Naval Surface Warfare Center, MD
- $143,913 to $197,200 USD / year
…will ensure STEM Program connectivity across NSWCCD, assist in integration/assessment of existing STEM activities across technical departments/facilities and propose new events for the…
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MISSILE BRANCH SAFETY LEAD
STRATEGIC SYSTEMS PROGRAMS (SSP)
Washington Navy Yard, DC
- $143,913 to $197,200 USD / year
You will be responsible for system engineering, integration and test of the assigned program. | You will review and assess overall progress, and develop solutions for all technical,…
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Lead MV Electrical Engineer, PE - Power & Infrastructure
Monterra
Remote, United States
We're hiring our first MV Electrical Engineer, who will serve as the technical authority and in-house subject matter expert on medium-voltage power systems. You’ll work closely with our…
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IVA Spacesuit Systems Engineer
Amentum
Houston, TX
We have an exciting opportunity for a IVA Spacesuit Systems Engineer to join the Nexus, a teammate company!
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General Engineer
Missile Defense Agency
Schriever AFB, CO · Redstone Arsenal, AL
- $130,987 to $197,200 USD / year
…The incumbent will be responsible for serving as a General Engineer for The Engineering Directorate supporting Command & Control, Battle Management & Communications…
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Aerospace Engineer
U.S. Army Aviation and Missile Command
Fort Eustis, VA
- $127,646 to $195,190 USD / year
About the Position: Serves as a Aerospace Engineer for the US Army Aviation and Missile Command, Aviation Integration Directorate, located in Fort Eustis, VA.
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Field System Technician
Bechtel
Millersport, OH
Assist the EPC Automation Lead in coordinating with the Project Field Engineer, project IS&T Lead, and other automation leads (procurement and project controls, commissioning, etc.), as…
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Civil Engineer
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers
Rock Island, IL · New Orleans, LA · Saint Louis, MO · Vicksburg, MS · Memphis, TN · Saint Paul, MN
- $89,508 to $126,859 USD / year
About the Position: Serves as a Journey-Level Navigation/Civil Engineer conducting complex analysis, design, and technical reviews for inland navigation structures and systems, including…
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Technical Architect Senior
Jobgether
Remote, United States
- $201,950 USD / year
At least 5 years of professional experience as an Information Systems Architect, Technical Architect, Software Engineer, Enterprise Systems Architect, or in a closely related position.
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Embedded Software Test Automation Engineer
Cintal, Inc.
Chillicothe, IL
- $90,000 to $110,000 USD / year
…technologies to reduce product costs, shorten design and development lead times, and accelerate the introduction of high-quality products to the…
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INTERDISCIPLINARY ENGINEER
Naval Air Systems Command
San Diego, CA · Patuxent River, MD
- $143,913 to $197,200 USD / year
You will serve as a INTERDISCIPLINARY ENGINEER in the Mission Systems Group, Avionics Engineering Department, Avionics Systems Engineering Division, Tactical Avionics Branch of…
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Senior Lead Engineer - Design Verification
Altera Corporation
San Jose, CA
Altera is seeking a Senior Lead Engineer - Design Verification to provide hands-on technical leadership for the verification of next-generation FPGA, programmable SoC, and platform…
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E T Consultant
World Bank Group
Washington, DC
The Solution Engineer will work under limited supervision and is expected to provide informed technical advice to stakeholders. The candidate will work closely with Trust Fund business…
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Hardware/Software Co-Design Engineer, Inference
Google
Sunnyvale, CA
…designs, with a specific focus on TPU architecture and its integration within AI/ML-driven…
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SentinelOne Engineer
Jobgether
Remote, United States
The SentinelOne Engineer will play a critical role in managing, securing, and optimizing advanced endpoint detection and response capabilities across mission-critical environments. In this…
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Senior Data Engineer
Jobgether
Remote, United States
- $130,000 to $200,000 USD / year
We are seeking an experienced Senior Data Engineer to help build, operate, and optimize the data infrastructure powering analytics and business intelligence across global markets. In this…
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Consultant, Data Engineer - Reference Data Management
AB3 Nationwide Life and Annuity Insurance Co
OH · AZ
…capability that makes this information easier for teams and systems to use consistently. You’ll help establish trusted data definitions, clear stewardship practices, and reliable ways to…
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Senior Technical Engineering Leader - Guidewire PolicyCenter & Policy Lifecycle
MAPFRE Insurance
Webster, MA
Experience designing and implementing enterprise integration solutions and distributed systems.
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Senior Ellucian Technical and Integrations Engineer
State of Massachusetts
Boston, MA

Actalent

Systems Engineer - Space And EO/IR Sensor Systems

Acton, MA, United States

$150,000 to $200,000 USD / year

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Pay: $150,000 to $200,000 USD / year
Posting language: English
Posted: Nov 4, 2026

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Overview

We are seeking an experienced Systems Engineer to support the development, integration, testing, and deployment of advanced space-based Electro-Optical/Infrared (EO/IR) sensor and payload systems. This role offers the opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge aerospace and defense programs supporting space, remote sensing, ISR, missile defense, and national security missions.The successful candidate will work across the full engineering lifecycle, partnering with multidisciplinary teams to define requirements, develop architectures, integrate complex hardware and software systems, execute verification and validation activities, and support operational deployment of mission-critical sensor technologies.This position is ideal for engineers with backgrounds in systems engineering, electrical engineering, embedded systems, software engineering, payload integration, or system test who thrive in highly technical, collaborative environments.

Key Responsibilities

Support the development of EO/IR sensor and space payload system architectures, requirements, interfaces, and operational concepts.
Develop, manage, and maintain system, subsystem, hardware, software, and interface requirements throughout the program lifecycle.
Lead and support system integration activities for complex hardware and software solutions.
Plan and execute system verification, validation, qualification, and acceptance testing.
Perform engineering analyses, trade studies, modeling, simulation, and technical risk assessments to support design decisions.
Collaborate with electrical, software, optical, mechanical, and test engineering teams to resolve system-level technical challenges.
Support Assembly, Integration, and Test (AI&T) activities, including troubleshooting, root cause investigations, corrective actions, and anomaly resolution.
Develop and maintain engineering documentation, Interface Control Documents (ICDs), test procedures, verification plans, and technical reports.
Participate in technical reviews including SRR, PDR, CDR, TRR, and customer-facing program reviews.
Present technical findings and engineering recommendations to leadership, customers, and program stakeholders.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Systems Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Physics, or a related technical discipline.
Experience developing, integrating, or testing complex aerospace, defense, space, EO/IR, or sensor systems.
Experience in one or more of the following areas:
Systems architecture and requirements development
EO/IR sensors and payloads
Electrical or electronic systems
Embedded or real-time software
Hardware/software integration
Verification and validation (V&V)
Assembly, Integration, and Test (AI&T)
Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL) testing
Automated test development
Strong technical problem-solving and analytical skills.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to work effectively in cross-functional engineering teams.
U.S. Citizenship required.
Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD security clearance.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with spacecraft, satellite systems, remote sensing platforms, ISR systems, missile defense programs, optical sensors, or other mission-critical aerospace systems.
Familiarity with engineering tools and technologies such as:
Python
C/C++
Embedded systems development
Modeling and simulation environments
Requirements management tools (DOORS, Jama, Cameo, etc.)
Automated test frameworks
Experience supporting spaceflight hardware or payload development programs.

What We're Looking For

The ideal candidate brings a combination of the following:

Space, EO/IR, optical sensor, or payload system experience
Strong systems engineering fundamentals including requirements development, architecture, interfaces, and verification & validation
Hardware/software integration and test experience
Deep expertise in at least one specialty area such as electrical systems, embedded software, EO/IR technologies, or automated test systems
Aerospace or defense industry experience with clearance eligibility

Why Join Us You'll work on next-generation space and sensor technologies that directly support critical national security and aerospace missions. This role offers exposure to complex engineering challenges, cross-functional collaboration, and opportunities to contribute across the full system lifecycle from concept development through deployment.Job Type & LocationThis is a Permanent position based out of Acton, MA. Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $150000.00 - $200000.00/yr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.Medical, Vision, Dental, 401k, Bonus potential, Pension Job Type & LocationThis is a Permanent position based out of Acton, MA. Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Nov 18, 2026. Workplace TypeThis is a hybrid position in Acton,MA.About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.

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It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

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