Systems Engineer 3

Rapiscan Systems; Newtown (PA); On-site; USD 115,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Rapiscan Systems in Newtown, PA seeks a Systems Engineer with a strong background in electronics, computing, and imaging systems. You will handle system assembly, configuration, testing, troubleshooting, and field support, collaborating across engineering, software, and operations.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in systems engineering, strong documentation, and proficiency with cybersecurity practices. On-site work in Newtown and occasional travel are required; U.S.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, computer science, physics, or related technical field.
• 5+ years of systems engineering experience with hardware/software integration.
• Experience with system testing, troubleshooting, validation, and problem solving.
• Strong documentation and verbal communication; able to work independently or in a team.
• Knowledge of cybersecurity hardening; willingness to travel domestically and internationally.

Responsibilities

• Provide remote and field technical support for system configuration, hardware integration, and troubleshooting.
• Support development, integration, and validation of computer vision and imaging systems.
• Collaborate with R&D to design, build, and evaluate rapid prototypes and new features.
• Develop and execute end-to-end system tests verifying quality, functionality, and performance.
• Create and maintain engineering documentation and configuration records using AGILE.
• Assist transfer of designs from development to production and support issue resolution.
• Participate in project coordination, status updates, and cross-functional follow-up.
• Support cybersecurity standards implementation in deployed systems.
• Occasional travel to customer sites or meetings.

Skills

Systems engineering

Troubleshooting

Documentation

Communication

Teamwork

Cybersecurity

AI/test automation

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Tools

AGILE

Linux

Job description

Overview

Rapiscan, an OSI Systems, Inc. company, empowers those who safeguard our world with the technologies, services, and expertise needed to detect threats, secure commerce, and protect communities. An industry leader in X-ray inspection, radiation and trace detection, metal detection, and optical inspection solutions, Rapiscan has over 100,000 scanning systems installed around the world to assist customs agencies, border security, aviation authorities, law enforcement, military organizations, and security professionals in combatting terrorism, smuggling, and trade fraud.

Rapiscan is seeking a Systems Engineer with experience in electronics, computing, and imaging systems, including system assembly, configuration, testing, troubleshooting, and support. This role contributes to the development, validation, and deployment of innovative optical inspection and imaging solutions by working closely with multidisciplinary teams across engineering, software, and operations. The ideal candidate brings strong systems-level thinking, hands‑on technical ability, and a collaborative approach to solving complex integration and performance challenges.

Selected candidate must be available to work on‑site in Newtown, PA.

Responsibilities

• Provide remote and field technical support to production and commissioning teams for system configuration, hardware implementation, integration, and troubleshooting.
• Support the development, integration, and validation of computer vision and imaging‑based systems.
• Collaborate with research and development teams to design, build, and evaluate rapid prototypes and new system features.
• Develop and execute end‑to‑end system tests to verify hardware and software quality, functionality, reliability, and performance.
• Create and maintain engineering documentation, including electrical and mechanical drawing packages, configuration records, and revision control within systems such as AGILE.
• Assist with the transfer of designs from development into production and support issue resolution during manufacturing and deployment.
• Contribute to project coordination activities, including technical tracking, status updates, and cross‑functional follow‑up.
• Support implementation of cybersecurity standards and secure engineering practices in deployed systems.
• Occasional travel to site support or off‑site meetings.
• Uphold the company’s core values of Integrity, Innovation, Accountability, and Teamwork.
• Demonstrate behavior consistent with the company’s Code of Ethics and Conduct.
• It is the responsibility of every Rapiscan/AS&E employee to report to their manager or a member of senior management any quality problems or defects in order for corrective action to be implemented and to avoid recurrence of the problem.
• Duties may be modified or assigned at any time to meet the needs of the business.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, computer science, physics, or another relevant technical discipline.
• 5+ years of experience in systems engineering, including integration of hardware and software systems.
• Experience with system testing, troubleshooting, validation, and technical problem‑solving.
• Strong documentation, organizational, and verbal communication skills, including the ability to present technical information clearly.
• Demonstrated ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team environment.
• Knowledge of cybersecurity hardening practices, including STIG standards a plus.
• Experience using AI‑based tools to improve test automation, workflow efficiency, or engineering productivity a plus.
• Familiarity Linux systems a plus
• Willingness and ability to travel to customer locations within the United States and internationally, as needed.
• Due to the nature of the work performed for U.S. Government customers, U.S. Citizenship or U.S. Permanent Residency is required.

Life at OSI

Pay may range $115,000 to $120,000 annually

The pay range above represents annual base salary only. Final compensation will be determined based on factors such as your job level, geographic location, date of hire, experience, job‑related knowledge and skills, and education in conjunction with market and business considerations.

Base salary is one component of your total rewards package. You may be eligible for long‑term incentives, potential discretionary bonuses, and the ability to purchase company stock at a discounted rate through the Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP). OSI also offers comprehensive benefits including various options for health plans, access to 401(k) retirement plan, health savings account, disability insurance, life insurance, AD&D insurance, leave of absence programs and an array of voluntary benefits. In addition, paid time off is offered to be used for vacation, holidays, bereavement, and jury duty. Full-Time salaried employees are entitled to flexible time‑off.

Equal Opportunity Employer - Disability and Veteran

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Poster Link

https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdf

OSI Systems, Inc. has three operating divisions: (a) Security, providing security and inspection systems, turnkey security screening solutions and related services; (b) Healthcare, providing patient monitoring, diagnostic cardiology and anesthesia systems; and (c) Optoelectronics and Manufacturing, providing specialized electronic components and electronic manufacturing services for original equipment manufacturers with applications in the defense, aerospace, medical and industrial markets, among others.