Senior Systems Integration Engineer

About Epirus  

Epirus is a high-growth technology company dedicated to overcoming the asymmetric challenges inherent to the future of national security. Epirus' flagship product, Leonidas, is a software-defined system built using intelligent power management techniques which allow power-hungry systems to do more with less.  

Job Summary:    

This is an exciting role in an innovative, high-growth defense technology company. The Systems Engineer – I&T leads the integration and test of complex electro‑mechanical defense systems across the full development lifecycle. This role contributes to requirements definition at all levels, develops test plans, specifies test station hardware and software, and oversees the creation and transition of new test stations and procedures to manufacturing. The engineer analyzes test data, troubleshoots issues, and supports final system sell‑off prior to customer delivery.  

Responsibilities:  

Develop system tests, including identification of required hardware, software, and lab equipment  

Perform integration and testing activities, including RF Chamber testing and Field testing  

Work with subsystem teams to characterize and resolve integration / operational issues  

Work with lab equipment (e.g. oscilloscopes, function generators, VNAs, RF signal generators, DAQs, etc.) to characterize hardware, including possibly writing software to automate measurements and data analysis  

Contribute to requirement development, monitoring for potential integration issues between subsystems  

Capture and promote Design-for-Test best practices  

Contribute to Qualification and Acceptance test planning  

Work side-by-side with test engineers and technicians to knowledge-transfer new test procedures and debug issues  

Basic Qualifications:  

BS degree in Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or similar field  

Minimum 5 years previous experience, preferably with experience spanning the entire product lifecycle (Concept to Delivery) OR minimum 3 years of experience with a Master’s degree  

Familiarity with Requirements and Verification Management tools, and Manufacturing Execution System tools  

Experienced in verification of system requirements  

Familiarity with electrical lab equipment (oscilloscopes, VNAs, etc.)  

US Citizen and/or Permanent Resident (future security clearance may be required)  

Preferred Skills and Experience:  

Familiarity with scripting languages (preferably Python and / or Matlab)  

Experience working with RF systems (e.g. radar, comms, EW, etc.), preferably including phased arrays  

Experience safely working with electrical power systems  

Experience troubleshooting embedded systems   

Familiarity with environmental requirements and verification (shock/vibe, humidity, temperature, sand / dust, etc.)  

Good written and oral communication skills; not afraid to speak up, either to ask for help or disagree on a technical point that warrants more discussion  

Collaborative; capable of working across all levels of the organization  

Eager to learn and to help others on the team  

Organized; comfortable working in a fast-paced, ever-changing environment  

Focused on rapidly delivering customer value  

ITAR REQUIREMENTS:    

To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.    

At Epirus, you’ll work with technical peers and great people—and get first crack at some of the defining technology challenges of our time. Here, “impossible” is just a challenge.  We're a diverse, fast-growing team of change-makers fueling the future of energy with revolutionary solutions.  Join us and rewrite the rules.  

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