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Senior Systems Engineer
Open in 2 locations
Teledyne posts this job separately for each location. Apply to the one where you can work: the team, schedule and pay can differ between locations.
Canada
2 open- $114,200–$152,300/yr
Canada - Waterloo, ON (opens on this page)
Full time · Posted 1d ago
- $177,500–$236,600/yr
Camarillo, CA, United States (opens on this page)
Full time · Posted 1mo ago
How this pay compares
This posting states $114k–$152k a year. Open systems engineer jobs in California post a median of $160k a year, the middle half $141k–$183k, across 217 jobs that state their pay, so this one is below the middle half of what they post.
About the job
## Be visionary Teledyne Technologies Incorporated provides enabling technologies for industrial growth markets that require advanced technology and high reliability.
These markets include aerospace and defense, factory automation, air and water quality environmental monitoring, electronics design and development, oceanographic research, deepwater oil and gas exploration and production, medical imaging and pharmaceutical research. We are looking for individuals who thrive on making an impact and want the excitement of being on a team that wins. ## Job Description Our Company is built on employee mutual commitment and respect, enthusiasm and progress.
Teledyne Digital Imaging Inc. is a subsidiary of Teledyne Technologies Inc., a U.S. publicly listed enterprise, and specializes in the manufacture, design, research and development of high performance CMOS and CCD image sensors and modular expandable cameras.
Teledyne Digital Imaging’s products are used worldwide in machine vision, document scanning, image capture, surveillance, process monitoring, manufacturing inspection, medical imaging, and multi media.
As part of our continuing growth in this high technology market, Teledyne Digital Imaging Inc. is recruiting for aSenior Systems Engineerto join our team in Waterloo! ## What you’ll do The Space & Defense group develops both full custom and semi-custom image sensors, focal plane arrays, and cameras for Airborne & Space applications.
As the Technical Leader of one or more projects, you will be responsible for their overall technical success by ensuring the final product meets customer specifications, and ensuring technical risk is managed/mitigated. Working hand-in-hand with the Project Manager, you will lead a team that may include sensor/electronics/mechanical design specialists, process engineers, and test specialists.
The Technical Leader must also interact with other Teledyne groups including manufacturing, purchasing, and CMOS development. ## What you need - Broad knowledge of systems engineering, process engineering, electronics design, mechanical design, and optics - Understanding of semiconductor theory and CMOS image sensors - Must be a strong team player, as well as be able to work independently - Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Report writing is essential. - Understanding of Design for Manufacturability and Reliability engineering - Experience preparing & revising technical reports and project documents - A minimum of 8 years of related experience (engineering, electronics, sensors, optics, software) with a Bachelor’s degree; or 6 years and a Master’s degree; or a PhD with 3 years’ experience. - At least 5 years of design/development experience - Strong, proven experience leading/managing a technical project and driving technology development - Proven experience working within a large multidisciplinary team and excellent communication skills are required - Experience evaluating risk and driving change - Experience providing customer with technical guidance with support from technical experts - Proven ability to work on multiple projects with tight deadlines - Eligible for Controlled Goods Security Clearance ## The ideal candidate will also have - Experience with ECSS and MIL standards - Eligible for Controlled Goods security clearance - Strong Technical Program Management experience - Proven ability to work on multiple projects with tight deadlines - Experience leading junior designers and test specialists - Experience with the Space systems - Experience with CCD/CMOS image sensors or cameras ## What we offer - Opportunities to grow within a global technology leader. - Collaborative, supportive team culture. - Competitive compensation. - Comprehensive benefits package. - Learning and development programs.
Occasional travel may be expected to support new customers and product introduction. ## What happens next Apply online and our Talent Acquisition team will review your application. Selected candidates will be contacted for next steps, including interviews and assessments as needed.
This position is being posted in response to an existing vacancy within our organization Teledyne Digital Imaging does not use AI tools to assist in the Screening, Assessing and Selecting of candidates for this role. ## Salary Range $114,200.00-$152,300.000 The anticipated salary range listed for this role is only an estimate.
Actual compensation for successful candidates is carefully determined based on several factors including, but not limited to, location, local regulations (such as minimum wage), education/training, work experience, key skills, and type of position. Teledyne and all of our employees are committed to conducting business with the highest ethical standards.
We require all employees to comply with all applicable laws, regulations, rules and regulatory orders. Our reputation for honesty, integrity and high ethics is as important to us as our reputation for making innovative sensing solutions.
From Teledyne's job posting for Canada - Waterloo, ON, checked 7 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.
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About Teledyne
Teledyne's space work: the Launch Vehicle Stage Adapter for NASA's Space Launch System in Huntsville, and imaging sensors and instruments for space in California and the UK.
Pay on its listings: 65.9% of its open jobs state an hourly rate
How it pays: Paid as an employee on Teledyne's own payroll (salaried or hourly, as each posting states).
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