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Senior Principal Systems Engineer
BAE Systems
Nashua, NH
…(analysis/decomposition/derivation/allocation of requirements, system modeling & simulation, system design & development, system integration &…
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Sr. Staff Planning Engineer
Expand Energy
Oklahoma City, OK
Expertise in economic analysis and financial modeling, including the use of Aries software
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Principal Power Electronics Eng (onsite)
York International Corp.
United States
Conduct system modeling, system simulation and verification using MATLAB/Simulink.
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Industrial Design Engineer
Kreate
Sarasota, FL
- $80,000 to $90,000 USD / year
We are seeking a technically proficient and innovative Industrial Design Engineer specializing in 3D CAD development, mechanical product design, and plastic injection molding. The ideal…
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United States
We are seeking an experienced Mechanical Engineer to develop and improve mechanical parts and assemblies for airfield lighting products used in demanding airport environments. This role…
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Distinguished Space Systems Engineer
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Principal Optimization Engineer
Insight Global
Remote, United States
- From $65 USD / hour
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Early Career R&D Systems Electrical Engineer - Nuclear Deterrence Systems, NM/CA, Onsite
Sandia National Laboratories
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Plan, execute, and analyze experiments, modeling and simulation activities, and engineering tests.
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Davidson Technologies, Inc.
Colorado Springs, CO
- $97,000 to $110,000 USD / year
…development, architectural design, requirements generation and flow-down, modeling and simulation, systems analysis, integration, test, and evaluation of world-class Missile Defense &…
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Senior Test Engineer - Woburn, MA
Davidson Technologies, Inc.
Woburn, MA
- $187,000 to $214,000 USD / year
…development, architectural design, requirements generation and flow-down, modeling and simulation, systems analysis, integration, test, and evaluation of world-class Missile Defense &…
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Principal Systems Engineer - Woburn, MA
Davidson Technologies, Inc.
Woburn, MA
- $187,000 to $213,000 USD / year
…development, architectural design, requirements generation and flow-down, modeling and simulation, systems analysis, integration, test, and evaluation of world-class Missile Defense &…
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Actalent
Moorestown, NJ
- $43 to $70 USD / hour
Job Title: Software EngineerJob DescriptionThis role focuses on designing, developing, troubleshooting, and analyzing software programs for computer-based systems within a complex,…
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Software Engineer
Actalent
Moorestown, NJ
- $43 to $70 USD / hour
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Actalent
Grand Forks, ND
- $43 to $82 USD / hour
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Staff Electro-Optical Engineer - Mission Modeling
NLIGHT Inc
Longmont, CO
- $31,533 USD / year
Electro-Optical (EO) Engineers in the Mission Modeling group at nLIGHT DEFENSE Systems, Inc. are the connection between customer mission and system architecture over the full life of…
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Sr. Controls Engineer
NLIGHT Inc
Longmont, CO
- $31,533 USD / year
The Sr. Controls Engineer plays a critical role in defining, modeling, and refining the control systems that enable reliable HADES product performance during threat engagements. This role…
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NLIGHT Inc

Sr. Controls Engineer

Longmont, CO, United States

$31,533 USD / year

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Pay: $31,533 USD / year
Experience: Location: Longmont, CO (Onsite)Experience: 10+ years of experience Education: Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Science, or related technical field;
Posting language: English
Posted: Nov 2, 2026

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Description Location: Longmont, CO (Onsite)Experience: 10+ years of experience Education: Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Science, or related technical field; Advanced degree is preferredCompensation: $150,000-$200,000 depending on experience Who We Are nLIGHT-DEFENSE Systems, Inc. is one of the nation's leading developers of Directed Energy systems, which is a top modernization priority of the Department of Defense. Our High Energy Laser (HEL) systems, Adaptive Optical (AO) systems, and Acquisition / Pointing / Tracking (APT) solutions are designed to overcome the most difficult challenges facing the deployment of high energy laser solutions to the United States military and our allies. Located in Longmont, Colorado, nLIGHT-DEFENSE Systems, Inc. is a vertically integrated business that leverages internal capabilities - from semiconductor device through target identification - to develop systems that are both high-performance and cost-effective. We continue to invest in capabilities, facilities and technology to bring leading edge HEL solutions to the warfighter. This is a great opportunity to work at a company that is on the leading edge of the HEL industry and provides a culture of excellence and commitment to delivering solutions to the warfighter and our country. Headquartered in Camas, Washington, nLIGHT is a publicly listed company (NASDAQ: LASR).

Summary:

The Sr. Controls Engineer plays a critical role in defining, modeling, and refining the control systems that enable reliable HADES product performance during threat engagements. This role develops fullsystem models to understand capability, predict behavior, and guide design decisions across the product line. The controls team owns the broader controls architecture-from componentlevel loops to fullsystem control-across frequency domains ranging from 10 Hz to MHz. As a handson technical subject matter expert, the Sr. Controls Engineer collaborates with mission modeling, software, firmware, and hardware teams to translate systemlevel requirements into practical control solutions. They evaluate stability and performance margins, improve control strategies, and ensure alignment between system models, control implementations, and physical hardware. A key responsibility is correlating model predictions with measured hardware behavior to identify gaps, improve fidelity, and accelerate technical improvements. Success in this role is demonstrated through stable, robust engagement performance; trusted fullsystem Simulink models; and control architectures that can be effectively implemented, tested, and evolved with crossfunctional partners. All applicants must possess or be qualified to obtain a U.S. DoD Personnel Security Clearance. Preference will be given to candidates with an existing U.S. DoD Personnel Security Clearance.Further information on requirements to obtain a security clearance is available at:https://www.dcsa.mil/mc/pv/mbi/gicp/.Please review this information before applying.

Responsibilities:

Develop and maintain fullsystem Simulink models to understand HADES capability, predict behavior, and guide controlsystem design decisions.
Correlate models with hardware test data to improve fidelity, identify technical risks, and assess performance across operating conditions.
Define and refine controls architecture spanning componentlevel loops through fullsystem control across broad frequency domains.
Develop robust control strategies and translate systemlevel requirements into implementable control algorithms.
Lead controlsfocused hardware integration, debugging, commissioning, and tuning in laboratory and representative test environments.
Verify stable, responsive, and robust control performance during integrated system operation and engagements.
Partner with mission modeling, software, firmware, and hardware teams to ensure models, embedded controls, and physical hardware work together as intended.
Communicate technical risks, test results, and design tradeoffs clearly to drive informed decisions.

Required Experience / Capability:

Commitment to Excellence, Attention to Detail, and Pride in Workmanship.
Ability to work effectively in a dynamic environment and maintain strong working relationships under pressure.
Ability to execute independently and lead technical efforts in support of program milestones.
Demonstrated proficiency designing, analyzing, and tuning robust feedback control systems, including stability and performancemargin evaluation.
Ability to develop systemlevel models, use simulation to guide design decisions, and correlate model results with hardware test data.
Proficiency in MATLAB, Python, or C#.
Handson experience integrating, tuning, and troubleshooting control systems on physical hardware.
Strong communication skills with the ability to convey technical results, risks, and tradeoffs across crossfunctional teams.

Desired Experience / Capability:

Advanced knowledge of estimation, sensor fusion, observer design, system identification, or signal processing.
Experience using measured system data for plant modeling, system identification, and modeltohardware correlation.
Knowledge of robust, stochastic, nonlinear, or adaptive control methods.
Experience modeling or analyzing cascaded, asynchronous, distributed, or networked control systems.
Proficiency in Simulink for system modeling, simulation, verification, and controlsystem design.
Familiarity with realtime embedded implementation (C++, CUDA, FPGA development, or HDL).
Background in robotics, path planning, attitude determination, or related GNC applications.
Experience with HIL/SIL or other modelbased verification approaches.
Experience with adaptive optics, optomechanical systems, electrooptical systems, or precision beamcontrol architectures.

Benefits Summary:

4 weeks Paid Time Off per year
11 paid holidays
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Tuition Assistance Program
Health (ACA Gold Plan), Vision, and Dental Care paid 100% for employees and 75% for dependents
Paid Family Leave; employerpaid Short and LongTerm Disability
Competitive 401(k) with company match and immediate vesting

Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or age. For more information about our commitment to equal employment opportunity, please see this government poster: Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal. If you are an individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation in the application or hiring process, please contact Human Resources at [emailprotected] .

Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or age. For more information about our commitment to equal employment opportunity, please see these government posters: “EEO is the Law” and its accompanying temporary supplement. If you are an individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation in the application or hiring process, please contact Human Resources at (360) 566-4460 or Hr@nlight.net. Apply at: https://ipc.us/t/93239CC38CF148F0.

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