Staff Systems Engineer

Role Overview

• Drive system-level architecture and integration for our humanoid robot platform while taking ownership of critical subsystems from requirements through production delivery.
• Work within a high-impact Systems Engineering team, serving as the technical anchor coordinating mechanical, electrical, software, and product teams to ensure integrated subsystem delivery.
• Own end-to-end delivery of assigned critical subsystems from requirements through production readiness.
• Coordinate cross-functional execution across Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Software, Controls, and Product teams to drive subsystem integration and delivery.
• Identify and resolve cross-subsystem dependencies through sound technical analysis and systems-level thinking.
• Drive critical technical decisions for your subsystem, balancing performance, safety, cost, and schedule constraints with clear engineering rationale.
• Lead trade studies and technical assessments to resolve conflicting requirements across disciplines.
• Define and document system and subsystem architectures spanning mechanical, electrical, firmware, and software domains.
• Own system-level requirements for your subsystem through their full lifecycle—writing, decomposing, validating, and driving execution.
• Ensure subsystem designs meet industry standards and regulatory requirements.
• Lead functional safety analysis for your subsystem including hazard analysis, risk assessment, and safety case development.

Requirements

• 8+ years of Systems Engineering experience in robotics, aerospace, automotive, or similar multidisciplinary hardware/software systems.
• Demonstrated experience owning and delivering complex subsystems in cross-functional environments.
• Proven track record leading technical coordination across mechanical, electrical, and software disciplines.
• Experience in fast-paced environments requiring self-direction, bias for action, and technical leadership.
• Strong proficiency with V-model systems engineering approaches, adapted for rapid development.
• Expert-level requirements authoring, traceability management, and interface definition.
• Subsystem-level technical depth: Deep understanding in at least one robotics domain (actuation, sensing, controls, manipulation, locomotion) to engage credibly with specialist engineers.
• Compliance and standards expertise: Knowledge of relevant industry standards (ISO 13849, IEC 61508, ANSI/RIA R15.06, or similar) and regulatory frameworks for robotics systems in manufacturing/warehousing environments.
• Functional safety experience: Demonstrated ability to conduct hazard analysis, risk assessment, and safety case development. Experience with safety lifecycle processes and safety-critical system design.
• Experience collaborating with Test Engineering on system-level validation strategies.
• Proficiency with systems engineering tools (requirements management, modeling, etc.).
• Operational efficiency analysis: Proven track record of identifying inefficiencies in complex systems and implementing measurable improvements to performance, reliability, and maintainability.

Benefits

• 401(k) Plan: Includes a 6% company match.
• Equity: Company stock options.
• Insurance Coverage: 100% company-paid medical, dental, vision, and short/long-term disability insurance for employees.
• Benefit Start Date: Eligible for benefits on your first day of employment.
• Well-Being Support: Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Time Off:
• Exempt Employees: Flexible, unlimited PTO and 10 company holidays, including a winter shutdown.
• Non-Exempt Employees: 10 vacation days, paid sick leave, and 10 company holidays, including a winter shutdown, annually.
• On-Site Perks: Catered lunches four times a week and a variety of healthy snacks and refreshments at our Salem and Pittsburgh locations.
• Parental Leave: Generous paid parental leave programs.
• Work Environment: A culture that supports flexible work arrangements.
• Growth Opportunities: Professional development and tuition reimbursement programs.
• Relocation Assistance: Provided for eligible roles.