Systems Engineer

FLIR Systems, Inc.; Thousand Oaks (CA); On-site; USD 90,800 - 121,100; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition reimbursement

Collaborative work culture

Fair compensation structure

Job summary

A leading technology firm in California is seeking a Systems Engineer to shape system architectures and drive innovation. The role requires a Bachelor's degree in a STEM discipline and a minimum of 5 years of systems engineering experience, emphasizing hands-on hardware integration and automated test scripting. Candidates will lead cross-functional teams and develop executable system-level test procedures. Competitive salary and a dynamic work environment offered.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in systems engineering or a related technical field.
• Experience with hands-on hardware integration and debugging.
• Strong understanding of system-level testing and verification strategies.

Responsibilities

• Shape system architectures and define product requirements.
• Lead cross-functional engineering efforts for product developments.
• Develop and execute system-level test procedures for validation.

Skills

Hands-on hardware integration

Automated test scripting

System-level testing

Root cause analysis

Excellent communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in STEM

Tools

Python

SysML

Job description

Systems Engineer page is loaded## Systems Engineerlocations: US - El Segundo, CA: US - Thousand Oaks, CA (TDY)time type: Full timeposted on: Posted 5 Days Agojob requisition id: REQ31927**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**The Systems Engineering team at Teledyne Controls is seeking a forward-thinking engineer with a passion for driving innovation across the full product lifecycle—from concept through certification and entry into service. In this role, you’ll shape system architectures, define product requirements, lead trade studies, and guide integration, verification, and validation efforts. You’ll contribute to both R&D initiatives and the evolution of our in-service platforms, including wireless data transfer, data acquisition, and networked avionics systems for commercial aircraft.Success in this role requires a hands-on technical mindset paired with strong project leadership. Clear, confident communication across engineering, quality, manufacturing, and executive teams is essential.**Your job:*** **Gain deep technical insight** into complex systems across their full lifecycle—from concept to deployment—by working hands-on with hardware, developing automation scripts, and building custom APIs.* **Lead cross-functional engineering efforts** for small to mid-sized product developments, including driving trade studies, coordinating design reviews, and aligning technical decisions with program goals.* **Architect and evolve MBSE models** using SysML and related tools to define system behavior, structure, and interfaces. Leverage simulations to validate performance and accelerate design.* **Translate operational requirements** into robust system module designs and verification strategies.* **Integrate and debug prototype hardware and software**, ensuring seamless interaction between subsystems.* **Conduct root cause analysis** of field issues, collaborating with OEMs and customers to resolve complex system-level problems.* **Develop and execute system-level test procedures** to validate hardware/software functionality and ensure compliance with requirements.* **Design and implement automated test frameworks** to streamline regression testing and improve verification efficiency.* **Author and maintain technical documentation**, including interface control documents, system specifications, and process guides.* **Support product transition to production**, including design validation, manufacturing readiness, and field deployment support.* **Collaborate with Program Management** to develop cost estimates, schedules, and risk assessments for product development.**Job Qualifications:*** Bachelor’s degree in a Science, Technology, Engineering or Math (STEM) discipline.* Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in systems engineering or a related technical field.* Experience with Python for developing automated test scripts and frameworks.* Experience with hands-on hardware integration, debugging, and custom API development.* Strong understanding of system-level testing, verification strategies, and root cause analysis.* Familiarity with Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) tools and SysML modeling is preferred.* Demonstrated expertise in networking, including protocol analysis (e.g., TCP/IP, UDP), network architecture design, and troubleshooting in avionics environments.* Ability to translate operational requirements into robust system designs.* Excellent communication skills and ability to lead cross-functional engineering efforts.* Previous experience in avionics or aerospace systems is preferred.**What Teledyne Controls offers you:*** Opportunity to develop your career with the world's leading company in avionics: electronics, software, and networking technologies* At Teledyne Controls, you get a unique opportunity to experience how cutting-edge R&D, software, and hardware development come together under one roof. We do our research, our development, and our manufacturing* Support transition of hardware and software products from development to production, and support entry into service and OEM/customer field issues* Work closely with Repair Station and Production teams* A fair compensation structure and benefits such as tuition reimbursement* Friendly culture with a focus on collaboration, problem-solving, and creativityDue to the type of work at the facility and certain access restrictions, successful applicants must be a US Person (US Citizens, US Nationals, lawful permanent residents, asylees or refugees).**Salary Range:**$90,800.00-$121,100.000**Pay Transparency**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, education/training, work experience, key skills, and type of position.Teledyne conducts background checks on qualified applicants who receive a conditional offer of employment in accordance with applicable laws, regulations and ordinances. Background checks may include, but are not limited to, education verification, employment history and verification, criminal convictions, Motor Vehicle Report (MVR & driving history), reference check, credit checks/credit history and drug testing. All qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.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/Affirmative Action 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.