About the Role: Client is seeking a Systems Engineer contractor to support the rollout of manufacturing test software for the satellite component project.You will act as the key liaison between software developers, hardware engineers, and production floor teams, helping ensure that test systems are deployed smoothly and perform reliably across approximately 20 test stations at varying stages of development.
This role joins an established team and complements an existing Systems Engineer who is performing strongly in a similar capacity. You will work in a fast-paced, hands-on environment where coordination, automation, and technical problem-solving are essential.
Job Title: Optical System EngineerKey Responsibilities: - Coordinate day-to-day between development engineering and the production floor during station bringup.
- Conduct software/hardware integration testing and debugging.
- Coordinate and execute software deployment across multiple manufacturing test stations.
- Develop and deliver hands-on training to production operators on station software.
- Complete station commissioning activities including Measurement System Analysis (MSA) and Built-In Self-Test (BIST) validation
- Support and organize station qualification and release for production use.
Investigate and troubleshoot yield issues during prototype and production builds. - Develop procedures, preventative maintenance plans, and troubleshooting guides to support production.
- Support production and integration efforts for hardware subsystems.?
Minimum Qualifications: - 3+ years of professional experience in systems engineering, test engineering, or a related field
- Proficiency in Python programming.
- working with optical equipment and who can use Python to conduct testing
- Experience with test systems development
- Ability to work on-site in Redmond, WA
- Strong communication skills and the ability to work across multiple technical and operational teams
Desired Qualifications: - Object-oriented programming experience in Python
- Manufacturing test experience (aerospace experience is welcome but not required)
- Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines
- Working knowledge of Linux (used on build servers), though the primary development environment is Windows
- Experience with communication protocols such as RS-232, GPIB, and I2C
- Knowledge of the National Instruments (NI) software and hardware stack
- Experience with station commissioning and measurement system analysis
Location:? Redmond WASalary Range:The salary for this position is between $130,000 to $135,000 annually.? Factors which may affect pay within this range may include geography/market, skills, education, experience, and other qualifications of the successful candidate.
Benefits:The Company offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements:?[medical insurance] [dental insurance] [vision insurance] [401(k) retirement plan] [long-term disability insurance] [short-term disability insurance] [5 personal days accrued each calendar year. The Paid time off benefits meet the paid sick and safe time laws that pertains to the City/ State] [10-15 days of paid vacation time] [6 paid holidays and 1 floating holiday per calendar year] [Ascendion Learning Management System]
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Preferred Skills Optical System
- LASER
- Python
- Mixed Reality
- AR
- AR/VR
- Hololens
- Manufacturing Test
- Hardware Test
- Linux
Job details Job ID 333205
Role Systems Engineer
Location Redmond, Washington, US
Job type Direct Hire
Recruiter Mohit
Email mohit.swami@ascendion.com
