Job Description

System Project Engineer

Does working on challenging problems in a fast-paced, small business / start-up environment with highly competent teammates sound appealing to you? We are looking for a full-time system project engineer to add to our team. The ideal candidate will be insatiably curious, a fast learner, strongly self-motivated, and use a hands-on approach to problem solving. Our business model relies on agility. As such, our teams are small, and each team member learns to perform a variety of functions. We value diversity and place an emphasis on creating a welcoming and collaborative culture. 

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Typical Responsibilities:

• Support system architecture and design of embedded systems that may include satellite hardware, rocket hardware, robotics, power and test equipment
• Perform system sizing
• Lead the project and interface with customers and suppliers
• Responsible for meeting program technical schedule and cost objectives
• Lead an interdisciplinary team to successfully develop new products
• Assemble and test both deliverable hardware and test equipment
• Create system math models and analyze test data
• Machine and rework parts; build and rework cable assemblies
• Participate in resource planning and project performance evaluation
• Operate as a key element in a team of creative, independent individuals
• Document work and create reports as needed
• Other duties as assigned

​Preferred Qualifications:

• Direct experience with Aerospace/Defense/Military industry and standards

• Deep understanding of architecture and trades of satellite hardware

• Modest design capability in at least one discipline (electrical, software, firmware, or mechanical)

Work Location / Hours:

• Mostly on-site in Amherst, NY (near UB North campus)

• Intermittent remote work as needed

• Hours are flexible

Apech Labs is a small business that supports the aerospace, military and energy industries through rapid prototyping and product development. Our core competencies include complex electromechanical systems, control systems, mechanisms, and power systems. We are passionate about bringing new technologies to the world and cannot get enough of the development process.

Compensation: $70K – 105K

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