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Principal Systems Engineer

Location: Carlsbad, CA (onsite)

Status: Full-Time

Overview

A rapidly growing, global semiconductor company is seeking a Principal Systems Engineer to support next-generation connectivity solutions across data center, wireless, and high-speed communication technologies.

This role sits within a highly technical Systems Engineering team and will focus on system-level design, validation, and performance optimization of advanced microelectronic (SoC) solutions. The position offers strong visibility across engineering, product, and customer-facing teams, with opportunities to influence next-generation architectures in high-growth markets such as AI and data infrastructure.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead system-level debug, validation, and performance optimization for high-speed communication systems
• Architect and analyze complex systems involving DSP, high-speed interfaces, and connectivity solutions
• Collaborate cross-functionally with hardware, software, and design engineering teams
• Drive root cause analysis and resolution of complex system-level issues
• Support development of reference designs and validation platforms
• Interface with customers and external partners on technical solutions and performance requirements
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship within the systems engineering team

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field required
• 9+ years (BS), 7+ years (MS), or 4+ years (PhD) of relevant experience
• Strong experience in digital signal processing (DSP) and high-speed systems
• Background in wireless technologies (5G/6G) or data center connectivity
• Experience working with semiconductors, chips, or microelectronics (SoC)
• Proven ability to troubleshoot and optimize complex systems at scale
• Strong communication skills with the ability to work across technical and customer-facing environments

Preferred Experience

• Data center or cloud infrastructure systems
• High-speed interfaces, signal integrity, and system integration
• Exposure to optical or electrical connectivity solutions (non-pure optics background preferred)
• Experience working with leading semiconductor or technology companies

Compensation & Benefits

• Base Salary: $155,000 – $193,000 (flexible for top candidates)
• Bonus: ~15% annual discretionary bonus (historically strong payouts)
• Equity: RSU package with 3-year vesting
• Flexible PTO policy
• Strong health benefits coverage
• Relocation assistance (including temporary housing, travel, and dependent support)
• Visa sponsorship available

Additional Details

• Onsite role with flexible working hours
• Collaborative, high-performance engineering environment
• Travel may be required (including potential international customer interaction)
• Growth-driven role with strong long-term advancement potential

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Do you have a passion for designing and developing innovative medical and drug delivery devices that help improve lives? At Gilero's Carlsbad, CA office, we are looking for a Senior Product Development Engineer to join our mission-driven team driving innovative solutions for patients and customers. In this role you will champion the design, development, and production of medical devices and combination devices, focusing on idea generation, verification, validation, and DHF development to state-of-the-art requirements.

If you thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment and like ensuing high-quality outcomes working with customers, vendors, and internal teams, this is the opportunity for you. Join us and be part of a company that values innovation, integrity, and excellence!

Responsibilities

• Act as a technical lead, increasing the rigor of technical product development, with project oversight of products, accessories, and cross-functional initiatives.
• Manage product development deliverables of high complexity through the entire development lifecycle, concept through manufacturing transfer (Phase 0 – 5).
• Track technical risk and provide engineering guidance.
• Provide feedback and mentorship to junior engineers.
• Lead the development team through technical risk retirement. Guide the team on technical risks through step-by-step simplification to discover root cause.
• Create, review, and release documents according to Gilero's QMS and the lifecycle of the project and develop test methods and protocols to fulfill state of the art requirements.
• Inform project managers and business development on technical projects variables in order to build accurate project budgets that include feasibility, prototyping, verification and validation.
• Act as project manager for smaller, technically oriented projects.

Skills/Qualifications:

• Able to work in the office 4 days a week
• BS in Engineering or equivalent technical degree
• 5+ years of product development experience in medical device, combination product or similar space preferred.
• Skilled at transforming complex situations into well-defined project deliverables
• Able to lead team to achieve difficult goals through step-by-step simplification
• Able to convert complex questions into tasks to further drive simplification and clarification.
• Understanding of good GDP
• Understand the Phase Gate System
• Have deep ISO 14971, 13485 and CFR 21 Knowledge base; Experience with ISO 10993 a plus.
• Translate VOC (Voice of Customer) feedback into engineering design inputs and outputs.
• Create/draft clinically relevant User Requirements with minimal oversight
• Ability to translate User Needs/Requirements into measurable technical/product requirements and set appropriate specification though thought experiments and empirical testing.
• Ability to discern and document appropriate scenarios for rationale-based decisions versus testing-based approaches
• Ability to author scientific/logic-based rationale
• Prepare documentation to support design history files and regulatory submissions
• Analyze test data, interpret results, formulate conclusions, and apply statistical techniques (t-test, ANOVA, UCL/LCL, Tolerance Intervals)
• Draft Risk documentation through understanding of Risk, Risk analysis, & Risk Burn Down
• Support chartering and maintaining project objectives and milestones.
• Develop testing campaigns, test flows, sample size analysis, and justification, based on sound judgment, Risk analysis, and QMS requirements.
• Lead product and process risk assessments, including hazard analysis, FMEAs and residual risk analysis in conjunction with Quality Engineering
• Write and execute protocols for design verification and validation
• Lead test method development and validation, have strong knowledge of measurement system analysis (e.g. calibration, accuracy, gage R&R, etc)
• Oversee and perform testing and inspection of prototypes and pre-production products including assisting assembly for DV&V builds and clinical builds
• Lead investigation of device failures, coordinate resources, determine root cause, identify corrective actions, and document in conjunction with Quality Engineering
• Investigate, evaluate, and research competitive devices and product materials/designs
• Understanding of Pre-clinical validation and GLP
• Ability to review and understand technical drawings and GD&T to support development lifecycle
• Ability to review, understand, and distill technical standards (ISO, ASTM, IEC, etc).

Personal Attributes:

Meets Gilero Core Values:

Collaboration - embracing teamwork and transparency in our organization, partnering with our customers and vendors

Integrity - doing the right thing at all times; fair and trustworthy; always keeping the patient in mind

Innovation - open to new ideas, processes, and solutions; leveraging technology to creatively solve problems

Excellence - delivering exceptional products and services with passion and pride

• Comfortable and productive in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment
• A self-starter seeking a career opportunity with potential for internal advancement, seeking responsibility for core activities and providing high-quality service to internal and to external clients
• Commitment to excellence and quality service to external and internal customers
• Follows established policies and procedures, while contributing to continuous improvements
• Excellent communication skills (oral and written)

Eligibility To Work

Candidates must be legally eligible to work in the US without requiring current or future sponsorship. Gilero does not offer sponsorship for employment authorizations (work visas).

We are an E-Verify employer and confirm work authorization for all new hires.

Why work at Gilero?

Founded in 2002, Gilero, a Sanner Group company, is an international contract engineering firm that specializes in the design, development, and manufacturing of novel medical devices and drug delivery products. At Gilero we are proud of the culture we have built that directly reflects our values of excellence, integrity, innovation, and collaboration. Motivated by our purpose to benefit people and improve patient outcomes, our team continues to grow at a rapid pace. US locations include Carlsbad, CA; Chicago, IL; as well as NC locations in Raleigh, Durham, Greensboro, and Pittsboro.

You will enjoy an annual bonus plan, Medical (3 BCBS plans to choose from), Guardian dental and vision, company provided life insurance, short-term and long-term disability, 401(k) with a match the first month you start with a zero-vesting period, and access to LinkedIn learning for personal and professional development.

Job Title : Nuclear Engineer (Naval Reactors Engineer) Category / Component : Officer • Active Overview Design, regulate, and oversee the Navy's nuclear propulsion program, including reactor design, fleet operations, and eventual defueling and decommissioning of nuclear powered ships and submarines from Naval Reactors Headquarters and associated Department of Energy laboratories and shipyards.

Key Responsibilities Provide technical direction in areas such as reactor and fluid systems design, reactor physics, materials development, component design for steam generators, pumps, and valves, instrumentation and control for reactor and propulsion plants, testing and quality control, radiation shielding, and chemistry and radiological controls; review designs and analyses from laboratories, shipyards, and industry partners; coordinate with fleet units to ensure safe and reliable nuclear plant operation.

What to Expect Assume significant technical responsibility early in your career as part of a lean headquarters staff; work primarily in an analytical and oversight role rather than operating plants at sea; balance long term engineering projects with time sensitive fleet and shipyard issues; frequent coordination with senior civilian engineers, naval officers, and technical teams; high expectations for attention to detail, judgment, and written and oral communication.

Work Environment Work mainly at Naval Reactors Headquarters in the Washington, District of Columbia area with regular engagement with Department of Energy laboratories, nuclear training sites, shipyards, and nuclear powered ships and submarines; office based work that includes document reviews, technical meetings, inspections, and site visits rather than day to day shipboard watchstanding.

Pathways, Training & Advancement Officer commissioning through programs such as Officer Candidate School or the Nuclear Propulsion Officer Candidate program followed by a structured technical qualification program at Naval Reactors; rotational exposure to laboratories, prototypes, shipyards, and fleet support issues; progressive responsibility leading projects and becoming a subject matter expert, with opportunities for professional military education and advanced graduate study in technical fields.

Entry through the Nuclear Propulsion Officer Candidate program for qualified college students and recent graduates, or selection via Officer Candidate School for those who already hold qualifying degrees; all applicants must meet Nuclear Propulsion Program academic and technical screening standards in addition to general officer commissioning requirements.

Qualifications All Navy jobs require meeting general enlistment or commissioning standards, which typically include: Eligibility to serve in the United States Navy, which may involve United States citizenship or other legal residency and work status, depending on the program and current law and policy A high school diploma or equivalent for enlisted positions, and a bachelor's or qualifying professional degree for officer positions Meeting age limits that vary by program and are set in law and Navy policy.

Some communities have more restrictive age ranges Meeting medical, vision, and dental standards, including body composition and physical fitness requirements, with some jobs requiring more demanding standards Meeting character and conduct standards, including background screening Achieving required test scores for your program, such as the Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery for enlisted roles or officer qualification tests for officer programs Eligibility for a security clearance when required for your rating or designator Additional qualifications can include specific skills, education, licensure, or experience that are unique to a job or community and will be reviewed with you by a recruiter.

Additional qualifications for this job may include: Completion of a rigorous technical degree in engineering, physics, mathematics, or a closely related field that includes strong backgrounds in calculus and physics; outstanding academic record, particularly in technical coursework; United States citizenship and eligibility for a high level security clearance; strong technical aptitude and comfort with detailed analytical work.

Education Education benefits are available through standard Navy programs such as Tuition Assistance, the Post-9/11 GI Bill, ACE-recommended college credit for Navy training, Navy COOL-funded certifications, USMAP apprenticeships, and other Navy College Program opportunities.

Specific options depend on the Sailor's status, training, and current Navy policy.

Pay, Benefits & Service Pay, benefits, and service commitments follow standard Navy Active and/or Reserve policies for this type of role, including basic pay, allowances when eligible, health coverage, and retirement options.

Exact entitlements, special pays, and service obligations depend on program, component, years of service, and current law and Navy guidance.

Incentives Incentives such as bonuses, special pays, and loan repayment may be available at times for specific ratings or communities, but they change frequently and cannot be guaranteed.

Applicants must confirm current incentives and eligibility with an official Navy recruiter or authoritative Navy source.

Notes and Disclaimers This description is a general overview of typical duties, training, and opportunities in this community.

It does not replace official Navy instructions, policies, or contracts and does not guarantee specific assignments, training, incentives, or outcomes.

Actual opportunities depend on Navy needs, individual performance, screening results, and current law and policy.

Senior Systems Engineer

Gilero is a leading medical device design, development, and manufacturing partner. We specialize in creating innovative solutions that improve patient care and enhance lives. Our growing dynamic team of professionals works across disciplines to bring ideas to life, from concept to commercialization.

We are seeking a highly skilled Senior/Staff Systems Engineer to lead and contribute to the development of complex medical devices and combination products. The ideal candidate will bring a systems-level perspective, integrating mechanical, electrical, and software components while ensuring compliance with regulatory and quality standards. You will be responsible for leading systems engineering project activities for medical device and drug delivery applications. This role is pivotal in bridging engineering disciplines to deliver safe, effective, and innovative healthcare solutions.

Join us in a collaborative and innovative environment where your contributions will make a real difference. You'll work with multiple clients across a variety of cutting-edge products to help shape the future of healthcare technology, ensuring products meet the highest standards and positively impact patient outcomes across the globe.

Responsibilities:

• Acts as technical lead throughout the full product development lifecycle from initial concept to release to market of new medical devices; primarily class I and class II electro-mechanical devices.
• Provides expertise in various Systems Engineering principles including user and stakeholder need definition; requirements definition; risk management, product architecture, configuration management, traceability, change management, and reliability.
• Plans systems engineering projects by identifying appropriate system development lifecycles.
• Develops product development strategies for large or complex systems integrations.
• Generates system architecture definitions, integrations, development viewpoints, and models.
• Manages the system architecture and relates it to the design throughout the lifecycle.
• Defines requirements hierarchy and how it relates to verification and validation planning.
• Performs functional system decompositions to solve complex design challenges.
• Prepares detailed component and assembly drawings. Leads and participates in writing product and customer requirements, design and phase reviews, product and process risk assessments, root cause investigations, and corrective action planning.
• Plans, authors, and executes test methods and protocols for design verification and validation.
• Analyzes test data, interprets results, and formulates conclusions.
• Maintains the Design History File (DHF) and ensures documents are complete, accurate, current, and compliant with regulations.
• Contributes to developing systems engineering tools and processes and trains others to use those systems.
• Identifies technical opportunities and generates work for themselves within their assigned project teams.
• Defines objectives, participates in, and oversees the quality of output for large or complex projects.
• Contributes to solving open-ended problems and tasks with a high level of decision-making.
• Formulates and develops detailed project deliverables with some management oversight.
• Communicates technical risks and proposed solutions clearly and directly with the customer.
• Sources and interfaces with third-party vendors.
• Acts as subject matter expert (SME) lead in one or more areas and is aware of industry trends.
• Supports business development efforts as a SME to potential customers and providing input on engineering estimations.
• Establishes a proven track record of building trust and rapport with new clients.
• Acts as mentor demonstrating strong leadership skills.
• Participates in recruitment activities including interview panels.
• Travel will be required, as necessary (typically less than 5%).

Skills/Qualifications:

• BS in Engineering or equivalent technical degree.
• Work onsite in the Carlsbad, CA office four days per week.
• 5+ years relevant experience.
• Experience developing electro-mechanical medical devices.
• Proven ability to lead a product development program from concept to market release.
• Working knowledge of system modeling tools and methodologies (e.g., UML, SysML).
• Working knowledge of working in both agile and waterfall methodologies.
• Proficiency with SolidWorks or other 3D CAD (Computer Aided Design) modeling software.
• Working knowledge of requirements management software (e.g., Jama, Polarion, Doors).
• Working knowledge of developing products for compliance with IEC 60601 for electrical safety and for software development.
• Working knowledge of developing products for compliance with FDA 21 CFR Part 820.30, 21.
• CFR Part 4, ISO14971, ISO 13485 and EU MD.

Personal Attributes:

• Meets Gilero Core Values: Collaboration, Innovation, Excellence, Integrity.
• Productive in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment.
• Commits to excellence and quality service to external and internal customers.
• Adheres to established policies and procedures, while contributing to continuous improvements.

Eligibility To Work:

• Applicants must be permanently authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship now or in the future.
• Gilero does not offer sponsorship for employment authorizations (work visas).
• We are an E-Verify employer and confirm work authorization for all new hires.

Why work at Gilero:

Founded in 2002, Gilero, a Sanner Group company, is an international contract engineering firm that specializes in the design, development, and manufacturing of novel medical devices and drug delivery products. At Gilero we are proud of the culture we have built that directly reflects our values of excellence, integrity, innovation, and collaboration. Motivated by our purpose to benefit people and improve patient outcomes, our team continues to grow at a rapid pace. US locations include Carlsbad, CA; Chicago, IL; as well as NC locations in Raleigh, Durham, Greensboro, and Pittsboro.

You will enjoy an annual bonus plan, Medical (3 BCBS plans to choose from), Guardian dental and vision, company provided life insurance, short-term and long-term disability, 401(k) with a match the first month you start with a zero-vesting period, and access to LinkedIn learning for personal and professional development.