Senior Test Equipment Development Engineer (Systems Engineering)

TL;DR

Senior Test Equipment Development Engineer (Systems Engineering): Developing and managing the full system lifecycle of complex electrical, mechanical, and software-based test equipment with an accent on system integration and certification. Focus on establishing verifiable requirements, mitigating technical risks, and ensuring the reliability of complex systems.

Location: Cambridge, MA. Applicants must be able to obtain and maintain a government security clearance.

Salary: $82,300 - $220,000

Company

Independent, nonprofit research and development company tackling national challenges in military defense, space exploration, and biomedical engineering.

What you will do

• Lead the full lifecycle development and management of complex electrical, mechanical, and software-based test equipment.
• Serve as lead system integrator from early test concept development through system certification.
• Establish clear, verifiable, and traceable requirements to drive system concepts and architectures.
• Identify program-level technical risks and execute mitigation strategies.
• Mentor junior engineers and provide constructive technical feedback.
• Produce high-quality technical reports and presentations for internal and external stakeholders.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Computer, or Systems Engineering, Applied Physics, or a related field.
• 5-7 years of experience in Systems Engineering or a relevant role.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a government security clearance.
• Experience solving complex I&T problems across a program lifecycle.
• Ability to balance multiple competing tasks and demands in a fast-paced environment.

Culture & Benefits

• Workplace flexibility programs to support work-life balance.
• Employee clubs including photography and yoga, plus health and finance workshops.
• Off-site social events and discounts to local museums and cultural activities.
• Inclusive environment committed to equality and high-performance culture.