Associate System Engineer

SPECTRAFORCE

Tucson, AZ0–2 yrs1h agovia LinkedIn

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Who can apply
New grads and up to 2 years · Bachelor's degree
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MarketingOperations
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On-site in Tucson
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About the Role

The client is seeking an Associate Systems Engineer - Software to drive software product definition, including requirements, system architecture design, risk analysis, and solution implementation to meet IVD standards. This role focuses on advancing cancer diagnostics through state-of-the-art testing automation, providing over 250 cancer tests and associated instruments globally.

Key Responsibilities

  • System Lifecycle Management: Apply Systems Engineering to SW product definition, requirements, risk analysis, and testing.
  • Project Execution: Manage software requirements, risk analysis, configuration, defect management, and verification/validation.
  • Industry and Technology Analysis: Research trends, emerging technologies, and competitive products for software differentiation.
  • Cross-functional Collaboration: Work with R&D, Marketing, Operations, Quality, and Regulatory teams to ensure alignment.
  • Customer-Focused Innovation: Engage with business leaders and VoC (Voice of Customer) representatives to align technical solutions with customer needs.
  • Technical Problem Solving: Analyze complex technical challenges, present solutions, and facilitate informed decision-making.

Requirements & Tech Stack

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Biomedical Sciences, or related technical field.
  • Demonstrated knowledge in software integration and testing, including requirements engineering, tradeoff analysis, risk management, configuration management, and verification/validation.
  • Experience in a regulated environment, familiar with FDA, ISO, and other relevant diagnostic product standards.
  • Interest in innovative technologies and understanding of the IVD competitive landscape.

Qualifications

  • Educational Background: Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Biomedical Sciences, or related technical field with 0-2 years of experience.
  • Systems Engineering Expertise: Demonstrated knowledge in software integration and testing, including requirements engineering, tradeoff analysis, risk management, configuration management, and verification/validation.
  • Regulatory Familiarity: Experience in a regulated environment, familiar with FDA, ISO, and other relevant diagnostic product standards.
  • Strategic Mindset: Interest in innovative technologies and understanding of the IVD competitive landscape.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience: 2 years of experience
  • Specialized Skills: Deep knowledge in software reliability, manufacturability, and usability.
  • Leadership and Communication: Proven ability to build authority and accountability within a team, with strong collaboration and communication skills.
  • Organizational Skills: Excellent organizational skills, capable of evaluating, prioritizing, and managing multiple projects efficiently.

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