About this role
About the company
Our client is a defense technology company.
The role
Raydar is recruiting for this role on behalf of our client. Own the integration, assembly and calibration of an imaging sensor package as a complete working system, from the first bench prototype through repeatable production units. You will drive quick hardware iteration cycles, partner with algorithm and opto-mechanical colleagues, and take charge of testing, qualification and supplier readiness.
What you'll do
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Integrate cameras, optics, compute, inertial sensors and power electronics into a compact sensor assembly, including packaging, harnessing and assembly.
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Build, bring up and calibrate units so that each one performs consistently.
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Run repeated cycles of build, field test, data analysis and redesign across several systems in development at the same time.
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Work with algorithm and opto-mechanical engineers to tune and refine the design based on test data.
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Own test procedures, environmental qualification and supply chain for the assembly.
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Automate repetitive tasks using Python and AI tools.
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Requirements
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What we're looking for
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A university degree in engineering, physics or a closely related discipline.
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Around 8 or more years of hands-on hardware engineering experience.
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A track record of quickly turning ideas into working electronics prototypes, using bench builds, fast fabrication and homemade test fixtures.
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Strong CAD and GD&T skills for fitting dense assemblies into tight spaces.
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Experience taking a complete imaging product from integration through to deployment in the field.
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Comfort working in a fast build-and-test cycle at an early stage of a product.
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Daily use of modern AI tools in your workflow.
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Ability to work fully on-site, with regular weekend travel to a test site and suppliers.
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Bonus points
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Background in defense sensing hardware, including cooling, ruggedization and calibration.
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Experience designing, building, calibrating or analyzing sensor systems.
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Familiarity with qualifying hardware for harsh flight or airborne conditions.
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Benefits
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Compensation and benefits
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Base salary: USD 180,000 to 220,000 per year
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Equity
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Relocation support
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Location and work model
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Los Angeles, California, United States
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On-site, 5 days per week in office
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Full-time