Instrument Systems Engineer - Remote

Overview

Muon seeks an Instrument Systems Engineer to join our team in Mountain View, CA developing infrared remote sensing instruments. The ideal candidate is a self-motivated engineer with a versatile skill set who is comfortable working across many layers of technical depth from individual components through system level. This role will be a key member of the instrument engineering team, working across disciplines to drive the vendor technical management of optomechanical subsystems, from concept to delivery. Previous experience developing optical and infrared instruments for space remote sensing in fast-paced and small-team environments is preferred.

In Short

• Responsible for procurement and vendor technical management for instrument optical and optomechanical subsystems and components.
• Assess internal and external risks to the instrument, develop mitigation plans, and communicate them effectively.
• Collaborate effectively with subsystem engineers and analysts, instrument and spacecraft systems engineers, program managers, and external partner teams.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of processes, tools, and methodologies to enhance efficiency and effectiveness in instrument development.
• Contribute to the development of instrument system, subsystem, and component performance models.

Requirements

• B.S., M.S., or Ph.D. in an engineering field, or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years of experience working in a multi-disciplinary environment.
• Experience driving right-sized trade studies and identifying systems solutions.
• Demonstrated project management skills and ability to collaborate with other engineering disciplines.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and organization skills.
• Experience with root cause analysis efforts including data analysis and testing.
• Software skills in one or more languages (e.g. Python, Julia, C++).
• Excited to work in a fast-paced environment with new challenges each week.

Benefits

• Equity compensation.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401k retirement plan.
• Short & long term disability and life insurance.
• Three weeks paid vacation for new employees.
• 12 paid holidays.
• Unlimited sick time and paid parental leave.