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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Senior Systems Engineer #579 - **Company:** Photo, Inc. - **Location:** Los Angeles, CA, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $156,000.0 - $166,400.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Systems Engineering, C++ (Programming Language), Computer Programming, Databases, Network Interface Controllers, Failure Mode Effects Analysis, Performance Tuning, Systems Development Life Cycle, Software Requirements Analysis, Verification and Validation (Software), SONAR (Symantec), Systems Architecture, System Testing - **Published:** July 17, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=d6b67e67d5ddd90c ## About the Role Photo-Sonics, Inc. is an international leader in state-of-the art optical tracking systems in Chatsworth and has an immediate opening for a Senior Systems Engineer. We're seeking a multi-disciplinary candidate who is self-motivated and is able to set and meet goals., Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Systems Engineering from an accredited college or university Master's degree in engineering a plus Experience: 10 years of systems engineering and design/development experience Demonstrated experience designing, analyzing, and delivering precision mechanical assemblies and electro-mechanical systems Hands-on experience supporting product development through full project lifecycle, including concept design, systems engineering, planning, and execution Familiarity with full product lifecycle activities: development, integration, test, and troubleshooting Desired Skills: Requires knowledge across engineering disciplines (e.g., systems, electrical, electro-mechanical/controls and software) Knowledge or experienced with tracking systems, radar, sonar Optical, electrical, mechanical development background Knowledge of Optics, system calibration, timing Knowledge or experienced with gimbles, inertial measurement units, guidance systems Knowledge and experienced in the application and adaptation of Commercial-Off-the Shelf (COTS) products to meet government system requirements. Excellent presentation and communication (written and verbal) skills Applicant must be able to obtain Security Clearance Preferred Skills: Experience in aerospace, defense, automotive industry Experience in servo control methods, electro optical system performance modeling, design and testing; as well as designing, using, procuring or analyzing visible and infrared focal planes or detectors. Cameras and optical sensors knowledge Programming experience in C++ a plus Familiarity with databases is a plus. Prior experience with government contracts is desirable Physical Requirements Include: This position requires the ability to walk, sit, talk and hear, stand, and use hands to reach, handle, or feel. Occasional climbing or balancing may be required in lab or field environments. Position may require the ability to lift up to 15 lbs., stand, walk for long periods of time. ## Description The Senior Systems Engineer will develop, implement, and maintain system architectures, complex requirement flow downs, and system development processes. Acting as a technical lead, this role oversees system evaluation, performance optimization, workflow automation, and critical troubleshooting while mentoring junior engineers and ensuring compliance with internal and external requirements and standards Responsibilities include but not limited to: Perform system architecture, concept and requirements development Lead system trade studies with team members Technical lead on system level design development, integration and test Develop systems requirements (functional, performance) from Statement of Work (SOW) Decompose system level requirements to subsystems requirements with all engineering disciples (mechanical, electrical, system/software) Develop interface control documents (ICDs) Perform project engineering duties (liaison between program office, operations and engineering) Develop compliance matrix, verification and validation plan, integration plan and design verification test (DVT) plan/procedure Perform system modeling and performance analysis Lead and perform Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA) and provide resolution Support program technical interchange meetings (TIMs), design reviews and customer status meetings/questions Facilitate and manage internal design reviews with engineering team (mechanical, electrical, system/software) Manage design development (hardware/system/software) lifecycle process Mentor junior and other engineers on technical development, engineering processes and best practices Establish systems engineering processes in the department ## Related Videos - [Robots are coming into the wild! 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