Systems Engineer

Ascendion; Redmond, Northern (WA, KY); Hybrid; USD 130,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Long-term disability insurance

Short-term disability insurance

Paid time off 5 days per year

Paid vacation 10-15 days

Job summary

Ascendion is seeking a Systems Engineer contractor to support the rollout of manufacturing test software for a satellite component project. You will coordinate between software developers, hardware engineers, and production floor teams to ensure test systems deploy smoothly across about 20 stations.

Join an established team in a fast-paced, hands-on environment where coordination, automation, and problem solving are essential. 3+ years in systems/test engineering is preferred.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of professional experience in systems engineering, test engineering, or a related field.
• Experience with test systems development and software/hardware integration testing.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work across multiple technical and operational teams.

Responsibilities

• Conduct software/hardware integration testing and debugging.
• Coordinate and execute software deployment across multiple manufacturing test stations.
• 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.

Skills

Python scripting

Test systems development

Cross-functional collaboration

Tools

RS-232

GPIB

I2C

Linux

Windows

Job description

Ascendion is a full-service digital engineering solutions company. We make and manage software platforms and products that power growth and deliver captivating experiences to consumers and employees. Our engineering, cloud, data, experience design, and talent solution capabilities accelerate transformation and impact for enterprise clients. Headquartered in New Jersey, our workforce of 11,000+ Ascenders delivers solutions from around the globe. Ascendion is built differently to engineer the next.

We have a culture built on opportunity, inclusion, and a spirit of partnership. Come, change the world with us:

• Build the coolest tech for world’s leading brands
• Experience the power of transforming digital engineering for Fortune 500 clients
• Master your craft with leading training programs and hands-on experience

Experience a community of change makers!

Join a culture of high-performing innovators with endless ideas and a passion for tech. Our culture is the fabric of our company, and it is what makes us unique and diverse. The way we share ideas, learning, experiences, successes, and joy allows everyone to be their best at Ascendion.

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.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct software/hardware integration testing and debugging.
• Coordinate and execute software deployment across multiple manufacturing test stations.
• 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.

Minimum Qualifications:

• 3+ years of professional experience in systems engineering, test engineering, or a related field

working with optical equipment and who can use Python to conduct testing

• Experience with test systems development
• 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
• Experience with station commissioning and measurement system analysis

Location:? Redmond WA

Salary 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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Tell us about your experiences, education, and ambitions. Bring your knowledge, unique viewpoint, and creativity to the table. Let’s talk!

Ascendion is a full-service digital engineering solutions company. We make and manage software platforms and products that power growth and deliver captivating experiences to consumers and employees.

Our engineering, cloud, data, experience design, and talent solution capabilities accelerate transformation and impact for enterprise clients. Headquartered in New Jersey, our workforce of 6,000+ Ascenders delivers solutions from around the globe. Ascendion is built differently to engineer the next.