Research and Development Systems Engineer IV

Position Overview

The Research and Development Systems Engineer IV is responsible for designing and developing complex, high-precision opto‑mechanical systems as part of a multidisciplinary team. The successful candidate will work on high‑level documentation, communicate effectively with stakeholders, and lead investigations into design and function issues.

Key Responsibilities

• Interface with stakeholders and engineering staff to capture and understand high and low‑level requirements and relevant specifications
• Understand and mitigate risks associated with building complex astronomical systems
• Develop V&V (Verification and Validation) and I&T (Integration and Test) plans for all designs
• Review and ensure that reliability and quality standards meet high and low‑level requirements
• Lead discussions of requirements, V&V, and I&T plans, and attend engineering and stakeholder meetings
• Investigate and resolve technical issues and concerns with the design and function of the system

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Systems/Industrial Engineering or equivalent advanced learning attained through professional‑level experience
• Minimum of 8 years of relevant work experience, or equivalent combination of education and work experience

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong background in Finite Element Analysis

Benefits & Perks

• Outstanding UA benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; UA/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; retirement plans; access to UA recreation and cultural activities; and more.