Principal Systems Engineer

Teledyne Technologies Incorporated; Goleta (CA); On-site; USD 142,000 - 189,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

401(k) with Company Match

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Educational Tuition Reimbursement

Fun Employee Events

Job summary

Teledyne Technologies Incorporated seeks a Systems Engineer to lead interdisciplinary teams developing next‑generation thermal‑imaging products. You will define system requirements, shape architecture, and deliver state‑of‑the‑art solutions across all development phases.

Strong communication and leadership are essential to guide design and manufacturing efforts. The position requires onsite engagement with occasional travel, collaboration with management, customers, and suppliers, and a track

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Engineering, Physics, Computer Science, or related field.
• Ability to lead cross‑functional teams and manage complex development programs.
• Excellent written and oral communication with design documentation.
• Experience in product development or systems engineering is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Define and manage system requirements to meet specifications.
• Conduct market research and system-level trade studies to optimize architecture.
• Identify and manage technical risks; test designs and troubleshoot issues.
• Collaborate with product management, engineering, production, customers, suppliers, and stakeholders.
• Generate and maintain product documentation including decisions, results, lessons learned.
• Peer reviews and coaching to improve processes.

Skills

Initiative

Communication

Problem solving

Cross‑functional leadership

Onsite work

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor’s degree or higher in Engineering/Physics/CS

Job description

Be visionary

Teledyne Technologies Incorporated provides enabling technologies for industrial growth markets that require advanced technology and high reliability. These markets include aerospace and defense, factory automation, air and water quality environmental monitoring, electronics design and development, oceanographic research, deepwater oil and gas exploration and production, medical imaging and pharmaceutical research.

We are looking for individuals who thrive on making an impact and want the excitement of being on a team that wins.

Job Description

Job Description

We are seeking a Systems Engineer to serve as the technical leader for one or more interdisciplinary teams developing next‑generation thermal‑imaging products. This role requires broad knowledge of infrared imaging systems, exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, and a proven ability to guide teams through all phases of product development. As the primary technical authority, the Systems Engineer defines, shapes, and delivers state‑of‑the‑art thermal‑imaging solutions. Candidates with experience spanning both design and manufacturing will be especially strong fits.

Primary Responsibilities

• Define and manage system requirements, ensuring final designs meet all specifications.
• Conduct and document market research and system‑level trade studies to optimize architecture and propose innovative solutions to complex technical challenges.
• Identify and manage technical risks; integrate and test product designs; troubleshoot and resolve unexpected issues.
• Collaborate with product management, engineering, production, customers, suppliers, and other stakeholders to ensure technical milestones are achieved.
• Generate and maintain product documentation, including decisions, results, lessons learned, and best practices.
• Partner with fellow systems engineers through peer reviews, process improvement efforts, and coaching or training activities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Engineering, Physics, Computer Science, or a related technical field or equivalent work experience.
• Strong initiative and drive, with the ability to prioritize, multitask, and lead by example on complex development programs.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills; ability to generate and oversee comprehensive design documentation.
• Demonstrated problem‑solving expertise and a track record of innovative technical solutions.
• Prior Systems Engineering experience is highly advantageous; experience in product development is also valuable.
• Thermal imaging experience is not required, but the ability to learn quickly is essential. Familiarity with optics, sensors, electronics, mechanical design, software development, or advanced signal processing is a strong plus.
• Ability to work onsite as needed to lead project teams.
• Willingness to travel occasionally for customer visits, supplier meetings, tradeshows, or company events.
• No direct reports, but must excel at leading cross‑functional development teams and providing technical oversight.
• Ability to stand for extended periods, often for half of the workday.
• Ability to lift, push, pull, or carry objects up to 25 pounds, unassisted.

Job Offers

• Competitive Salary & Benefits Package
• Health, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance from Day 1
• Paid Vacation, Sick Time, and Holidays
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Educational Tuition Reimbursement
• Fun Employee Events throughout the year

Applicants must be either a U.S. citizen, U.S. national, legal permanent resident, asylee, refugee or must be eligible to apply for and obtain the appropriate export control license from the U.S. Departments of State or Commerce.

Salary Range

$141,900.00-$189,200.000

The anticipated salary range listed for this role is only an estimate. Actual compensation for successful candidates is carefully determined based on several factors including, but not limited to, location, local regulations (such as minimum wage), education/training, work experience, key skills, and type of position.

Teledyne and all of our employees are committed to conducting business with the highest ethical standards. We require all employees to comply with all applicable laws, regulations, rules and regulatory orders. Our reputation for honesty, integrity and high ethics is as important to us as our reputation for making innovative sensing solutions.

Teledyne is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age, or any other characteristic or non‑merit based factor made unlawful by federal, state, or local laws.