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Senior Staff Software Engineer, Audio Systems, XR
Google
San Jose, CA
Google's software engineers develop the next-generation technologies that change how billions of users connect, explore, and interact with information and one another. Our products need to…
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Manufacturing Test Development Engineer, Google Cloud Platforms, Infrastructure Engineering
Google
Sunnyvale, CA
8 years of experience as a Manufacturing Test, Quality, Reliability, or Product Engineer.
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Geotechnical Engineer
XL FERROVIAL CONSTRUCTION US CORP.
Atlanta, GA
The Geotechnical Engineer supports technical geotechnical design work for major civil infrastructure projects. This role assists with geotechnical analyses, design calculations, field and…
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Cybersecurity Engineer III
INFORMATION SYSTEMS SOLUTIONS, INC
San Diego, CA
- $170,000 to $180,000 USD / year
Information Systems Solutions (ISS) is seeking a Cybersecurity Engineer III to support the NIWC PAC Information Technology Management Support Services contract. The Cybersecurity Engineer…
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Applications Engineer - Control & Instrumentation Systems
EMIT Technologies, Inc.
Remote, United States
We’re looking for a technically sharp, detail-oriented Applications Engineer to own EMIT Technologies’ panel and controls applications as an individual contributor. In this role, you’ll…
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Associate Engineer, Engineer, Senior Engineer- Hybrid
Dominion Energy
CAYCE, SC
Support EMS software maintenance, upgrades, and patch implementation.
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Associate Electrical Engineer
Leviton Manufacturing
Melville, NY
Operate computer-assisted engineering and design software and equipment to perform engineering tasks
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Engineer Senior Principal III – RF
BAE Systems
Westminster, CO
Design and test circuits for receivers, transmitters, local oscillators, and RF subsystems. Designs typically range in frequency from VHF through 20 GHz.
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Software Engineer -ICAM Web Development | SWE3| TS/SCI w/ MD POLY Security Clearance required
Power3 Solutions
Hanover, MD
This position is for a Software Engineer to support mission-critical web service development in support of an Identity, Credential, and Access Management (ICAM) solution. Technical…
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Sr Software Engineer
Vontier
Virtual
- $112,300 to $140,000 USD / year
Provide support to and partner with Front-End software engineer(s) on solutions, problem-solving, and setting processes and standards.
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Sr. NMS (Network Management System) Engineer
Micas Networks
San Jose, CA
…excellence. We leverage world class partnerships and open-source software to deliver solutions that are both leading-edge and…
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Senior Software Engineer (REST API & Springboot )
U.S. Bank National Association
Irving, TX
This position will be responsible for the analysis, design, testing, development and maintenance of best in class software experiences. The candidate is a self-motivated individual who can…
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Engineer - Vehicle Flight Control & Inertial Navigation Systems
The Pennsylvania State University
United States
Develop, debug, and test Matlab/Simulink-based software and data analysis tools, including the creation of unit, integration, and hardware-in-the-loop system tests for vehicle software and…
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Electrical Integration and Test Engineer II
Voyager Technologies, Inc.
Pittsburgh, PA
The Electrical Integration & Test Engineer for Voyager Lunar Systems is responsible for test operations, ownership of test electrical systems, and development of integration and test…
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Engineer II, Field Software
ASM
United States
As a Field Software Engineer, you help bring ASM's semiconductor equipment to life by supporting the software that drives robotics, valve systems, temperature controllers, and other…
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Senior Firmware Engineer
Andrews Cooper Technology LLC
Snoqualmie, WA
Adept at software requirement management, and creation of software architecture documentation.
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Full Stack Software Engineer
Two Six Technologies
Arlington, VA
We are looking for a Full-Stack Software Engineer to join one of our Stream-Aligned feature teams. In this role, you will own customer-facing product features end-to-end within a single,…
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Lead Product Engineer
True Talent Solutions Partners
New York, NY
- $225,000 to $275,000 USD / year
Join a lean, senior product and engineering team building internal software for an industrial real estate investment business. As the first product-focused engineer, you will lead front-end…
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Digital Telemetry Engineer
Arcfield
Huntsville, AL
Strategic Technology Consulting (STC), an Arcfield Company, is seeking an experienced Digital Telemetry engineer with strong technical depth in design and analysis of telemetry systems to…
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Test Engineer II
Arcfield
Home, NY
We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Test Engineer II to join our engineering team. In this role, you will be responsible for designing, developing, and executing both manual and…
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Distinguished, Software Engineer
Walmart
SUNNYVALE, CA
- $169,000 to $338,000 USD / year
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Test Engineer
SHINE Technologies LLC
Fitchburg, WI
- $79,000 to $85,000 USD / year
SHINE Technologies is seeking a Test Engineer who will be responsible for the development and execution of test plans for SHINE equipment and processes. Test Engineers lead the…
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Engineer II, Autonomous Systems - Missouri Institute for Defense & Energy
University of Missouri System
MO
- $75,000 to $80,000 USD / year
The Engineer II - Autonomous Systems will support the development, integration, and testing of software for autonomous drone navigation and mission execution. The position will build…
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Principal Software Engineer, Platform
PermitFlow
New York City, NY
- $250,000 to $300,000 USD / year
We’re hiring a Principal Engineer to own the evolution of our architecture and platform so it works for agents as well as people. Our goal is simple: double the output of our entire…
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Controls Engineer
Camaco LLC
United States
The purpose of the Controls Engineer is to support, improve, develop, research and test electrical components, equipment, and systems on the plant floor in order to meet production needs.

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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Massachusetts Lie Detector:

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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