Senior Systems Engineer

We seek a passionate Systems Engineer with experience in leading highly complex, technical projects. Apptronik Systems Engineers leverage an understanding of many domains, including requirements generation, engineering analysis, interface definitions, procurement, leadership, management, and manufacturing to coordinate and organize full robot system technical efforts.

This role consolidates a broad skill set to lead the design of robust robotic subsystems. The role will be working in a small-team environment, contributing to Apptronik’s overall vision of Robots for Humans and delivering useful systems to the field.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES or KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Use systems engineering approaches, including model-based system engineering (MBSE) to manage requirements, milestones, and associated programmatic and system needs.
• Lead cross-functional, multidisciplinary teams to develop requirements, architectures, procure plans, fabrication schedules, and test plans for full-stack robotic systems. 
• Create documentation and organize technical information to serve as deliverables in white papers and presentations.
• Work closely with a small team to design, prototype, and test new product features.

SKILLS AND REQUIREMENTS:

• Experience leading cross-functional technical efforts through planning, technical requirement development, and interdisciplinary collaboration
• Experience leading engineering teams through structured safety analysis efforts, such as HARA, FMEA and Fault Tree Analysis
• Experience communicating effectively with internal engineering teams and non-engineering stakeholders
• Strong communication skills, including ability to author technical documentation and deliver presentations on technical topics
• Experience working in small, interdisciplinary teams in a fast-paced dynamic team environment with rapidly changing roles and responsibilities
• Strong work ethic and close attention to detail

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:

• B.S. Degree in Engineering, Aerospace, Automotive, Mechanical or Electrical preferred
• 5+ years of experience leading cross-functional systems engineering efforts in applications of robotics, autonomous vehicles, industrial automation, or related industries.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer
• Must be able to lift 15 pounds at times
• Vision to read printed materials and a computer screen
• Hearing and speech to communicate

Perks:

• Competitive salary w/ benefits
• Highly motivating equity incentive package
• Flexible work hours policy
• Professional development opportunities
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 401k plan