Principal Systems Engineer

Job Description:

Robotics Systems Engineer | Integration, Development, V&V & Reliability

Robotics Systems Engineer within a multidisciplinary systems engineering team, responsible for research and development of advanced robotic and electromechanical systems. The role includes system integration, development, verification & validation (V&V), and reliability testing, ensuring high performance, safety, and compliance with international standards and certification requirements.

The position involves leading end-to-end integration of complex systems, including field testing and validation at customer sites. The ideal candidate is a strong problem solver, team player, and effective communicator in English, with experience working with international teams and stakeholders.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree (B.Sc.) in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, Robotics, or a related field
• 10+ years of hands-on experience in systems engineering, integration, and testing
• Strong experience in systems integration, development, verification & validation (V&V), and reliability testing
• Solid understanding of multidisciplinary robotic systems, including control, sensors, and system architecture
• Proven experience in troubleshooting, system-level debugging, and root-cause analysis
• Experience with system safety, certification processes, and compliance with international standards
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, system diagrams, and technical documentation
• Experience in field testing, system validation, and working at customer sites
• Good communication and documentation skills in English
• Proven ability to work collaboratively in cross-functional and international teams

Preferred Qualifications

• Degree from a leading / top-tier university (advantage)
• Experience with unmanned systems (UAVs/UGVs) or defense-related robotic platforms
• Experience in full product lifecycle (R&D through deployment and fielding)
• Knowledge of system safety engineering, hazard analysis, and certification processes

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