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Professional Engineer
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Founding Forward Deployed Engineer
True Talent Solutions Partners
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- $180,000 to $230,000 USD / year
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2027 Mechanical Engineer Intern- Gilbert AZ
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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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Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

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.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):

We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.

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