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Manufacturing/ Tooling Engineer
Blue Origin Personnel, LLC
United States
…impact safe human spaceflight. Passion for our mission and vision is…
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Senior Software Engineer, Search
Themis Solutions Inc.
Remote, United States
We are currently seeking a Senior Software Developer to join our rapidly growing Engineering team. This role is for someone who is passionate about building innovative solutions and being…
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Software Engineer, Telemetry - Top Secret Clearance (Starlink)
SpaceX
Washington, DC · Hawthorne, CA
As a software engineer on the Starlink program, you will be solving challenges that improve our ability to fully utilize the hardware we have deployed. Our goal is to provide customers with…
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Process Engineer Staff
Plexus
Neenah, WI · Neenah
About us: At Plexus, our vision is to help create the products that build a better world. Driven by a passion for excellence, we partner with leading Aerospace/Defense, Healthcare/Life…
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MCPP Philippines: Network Engineer
KBR
Jacksonville, FL
…allocation of equipment and materials. The MCPP-PHIL Network Engineer will report directly to the MCPP-PHIL Project…
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Software Development Engineer in Test (SDET) – Backend/API
Insight Global
Remote, United States
- From $65 USD / hour
Insight Global is seeking an experienced Software Development Engineer in Test (SDET) to support automated testing efforts for a large-scale application environment. This individual will…
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Starbucks Coffee Company
Seattle
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2027 Guidance Navigation and Control Engineer Intern - Redondo Beach CA
Northrop Grumman
Redondo Beach
- $21.5 to $48 USD / hour
…professional development and networking opportunities, and our shared vision of global…
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2027 Spring Co-op Software Engineer Intern – McClellan CA
Northrop Grumman
McClellan Park
- $21.5 to $48 USD / hour
…professional development and networking opportunities, and our shared vision of global…
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Principal/ Sr Principal Mission Assurance Engineer - 18208
Northrop Grumman
Huntsville
Northrop Grumman Defense Systems is seeking a Principal/Sr. Principal Mission Assurance Engineer to support the SLCM-N Program Quality & Mission Assurance Team in Huntsville, AL. This role…
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Principal / Sr Principal Modeling Simulation Systems Engineer - 18976
Northrop Grumman
Roy
Northrop Grumman Defense Systems is seeking a Principal / Sr Principal Modeling Simulation Engineer Systems. This opening is in Roy, UT and will support the Sentinel Program. Northrop…
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2027 Structural Dynamics Engineer Intern - Redondo Beach CA
Northrop Grumman
Redondo Beach
- $21.5 to $48 USD / hour
…professional development and networking opportunities, and our shared vision of global…
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Senior Principal Systems Engineer *
Northrop Grumman
Fairfax · Morrisville
In this role, the Systems Engineer – Level 4 will work in tandem with a scrum team of other software and systems engineers responsible for defining the product vision, managing the product…
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Sentinel - Sr Principal Engineer Systems - 20170
Northrop Grumman
Roy
Northrop Grumman Strategic Deterrent Systems Division is seeking a Sr. Principal Systems Engineer (level 3/4). This position will be located in Roy, Utah and supporting the Sentinel Program.
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Sr Principal Engineer Systems
Northrop Grumman
Redondo Beach
Western Region Engineering (WRE) of Northrop Grumman Space Systems Sector seeks to fill a Systems Engineer 4 position in the Engineering function for our Space Park location in Redondo…
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Systems Test Engineer (EMI) - 20647
Northrop Grumman
Ogden
Northrop Grumman Defense Systems is seeking a Electromagnetic Interference (EMI) Systems Test Engineer to join the Sentinel program in enhancing the US Space Force’s ICBM capabilities and…
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Missile Integration Technical Lead - 20695
Northrop Grumman
Roy · Corinne
Northrop Grumman Defense Systems is seeking a Missile Integration Technical Lead - Senior Staff Systems Test Engineer to join the Sentinel program in enhancing the US Space Force’s ICBM…
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Sentinel - Staff Systems Safety Engineer - 17373
Northrop Grumman
Roy
Northrop Grumman Defense Systems is seeking to hire a Staff Systems Safety Engineer to join its team of diverse and qualified individuals. This position will be located in Roy, Utah and…
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Sentinel - Nuclear Hardness Survivability Engineer - 20483*
Northrop Grumman
Roy
Northrop Grumman Defense has an opening for a Nuclear Hardness Survivability Systems Engineer (Level 2/3) to join its Guidance Computer team in Roy, UT in support of the Sentinel Program.…
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Sentinel - Principal / Sr Principal Systems Engineer - 18977
Northrop Grumman
Roy
Northrop Grumman Defense Systems is seeking a Principal / Sr Principal Systems Engineer. This opening is in Roy, UT and will support the Sentinel Program. Northrop Grumman supports the Air…
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Sentinel - Systems Engineer / Principal Systems Engineer - 20060
Northrop Grumman
Roy · Huntsville
Northrop Grumman Defense has an opening for a Systems Engineer (level 2)/Principal Systems Engineer (level 3) to support a Futures Program within the Command Systems Business Unit (BU)…
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Environmental Specialist Senior
State of Iowa
Des Moines, IA
- $29.54 to $45.56 USD / hour
…both verbally and in writing, and the ability to use computer software programs at a moderate to advanced level. Periodic, infrequent travel is required for site and customer visits and…
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Senior Software Engineer, AI & Infrastructure Planning
Cloudflare
Austin, TX
The Snr Software Engineer, AI & Infrastructure Planning role helps Cloudflare build, deploy, and operate one of the world's largest distributed networks. You will build an auditable…
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Software Engineer, Arcade (Backend)
Triumph
San Francisco, CA
- $200,000 to $400,000 USD / year
Being a backend engineer at Triumph is both demanding and rewarding, and your scope will cover (but not be limited to):
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Software Engineer
Winmark Corporation
Plymouth, MN
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Winmark is looking for a Software Engineer to develop, enhance, and support the core retail platform systems that power store operations at scale. This role brings strong backend…

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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