Toyon Research
U.S. Citizenship is Required. Ability to qualify for a US Department of Defense Top Secret security clearance required. Candidate must be SAP and SCI program eligible.Toyon is seeking a highly capable and motivated professional to support the integration, assembly, and testing of new sensing technologies. The ideal candidate will bring expertise in sensor integration, continuous air sampling systems, electrical wiring and testing, and mechanical packaging. This role will work closely with multidisciplinary teams to bring sensing platforms from concept to operational prototype. The position will contribute throughout the project lifecycle: contributing and/or leading technical proposal efforts; project planning and definition; project management and coordination during implementation; subject matter expertise once systems have been deployed.Key Responsibilities:Assemble and integrate environmental, chemical, biological or radiological sensors into novel, custom platformsDefine designs for continuous air sampling hardware configurations and oversee or perform the assembly working with a technicianDesign and fabricate electrical wiring harnesses and interconnects for sensor modulesPackage sensor systems into field-deployable housingsTroubleshoot and validate sensor performanceConfigure and/or program sensors, sampling equipment, and integration components (e.g., controllers and I/O devices)Collaborate with mechanical, electrical, and software engineers on the full scope of system-level integration, from the sensor to the user interfaceSupport prototyping, test fixtures, and documentation for iterative buildsMaintain inventory and assist in procurement of components for prototype systemsParticipate in design reviews and provide hands-on feedback from assembly perspective Requirements Ph.D., M.S or B.S. in Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Chemistry or related fieldAt least 10 years work experience in relevant technical fieldExpertise with sensing phenomenology for environmental, chemical, biological and radiological materialsKnowledge of vapor-phase and particulate air sampling systems and related components (e.g., pumps, filters, tubing), embedded systems, controllers and data logging platformsProficiency in reading and interpreting mechanical drawings and electrical schematicsProven track record of excellent customer serviceProven capability producing contract progress reports, technical proposals, test plans and results, and other technical reports.Preferred Experience:Ability to work independently and collaborate across disciplinesHands-on skills with mechanical assembly, 3D printing, basic machining tools, wiring, soldering, and electrical integration of low-voltage sensorsFamiliarity with IP-rated enclosures and packaging for field deploymentCAD (e.g., SolidWorks) for mechanical designLaboratory-style assembly environmentsAssembling technical and cost proposals for new projectsKnowledge of the fundamental characteristics and transport phenomena of CBRN hazardsWE OFFER AN EXCEPTIONAL EMPLOYEE BENEFITS PACKAGE!Competitive Industry Pay100% Employer-Paid Medical Insurance PremiumHSA with Employer ContributionsDental and Vision Coverage OptionsCompany Funded 401(k) and Profit Sharing PlansEmployee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)Life and Disability Insurance Paid Parental LeaveThe annual pay range for the Senior Sensor Integration Engineer position is $150,000 to $215,000.The posted pay range values provide the candidate with guidance on annual base compensation for the position, at a full time level of effort, exclusive of overtime, bonus, and benefits-related compensation, over a range of qualifications that may fit hiring objectives. Toyon Research Corporation will consider the individual candidate's education, work experience, applicable knowledge, skills and training, among other factors, when preparing an offer of employment. Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision Equal Opportunity Employer including Disability and Veterans Applicant Privacy Notice Learn more about our company in our latest video, We are Toyon. Ref #2551-G