System Design Engineer (E)

Key Responsibilities

• Lead development of new hardware features and subsystems
• Define system-level requirements and contribute to specifications and interface definitions
• Apply electron optics expertise to optimize system performance
• Develop and execute test plans for system characterization
• Design and run experiments; write scripts for data collection and analysis
• Troubleshoot complex system issues across software, electronics, mechanics, and optics
• Use structured problem-solving methods (e.g., 8D, 7-Step) to resolve issues
• Collaborate with manufacturing and service teams to implement solutions
• Mentor junior engineers and align teams toward program goals
• Present technical findings to leadership and global stakeholders

Qualifications

• Strong background in Systems Engineering
• Expertise in Electron Optics
• Experience with Ultra-High Vacuum systems (preferred)
• Hands-on experience developing and testing hardware systems
• Strong analytical and scripting skills for data analysis
• Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration skills
• Self-driven with a passion for innovation and continuous improvement

Minimum Qualifications

• Doctorate (Academic) Degree and 0 years related work experience
• Master's Level Degree and related work experience of 3 years
• Bachelor's Level Degree and related work experience of 5 years

Base Pay Range

Base Pay Range: $136,300.00 - $231,700.00

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life
• Other voluntary benefits
• 401(K) including company matching
• Employee stock purchase program (ESPP)
• Student debt assistance
• Tuition reimbursement program
• Development and career growth opportunities and programs
• Financial planning benefits
• Wellness benefits including an employee assistance program (EAP)
• Paid time off and paid company holidays
• Family care and bonding leave