System Integration Specialist

SBQuantum • Sherbrooke, QC

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About The Position

SBQuantum is a seed-stage startup focused on magnetic sensing innovation using proprietary quantum diamond magnetometer technology combined with AI-driven algorithms. They aim to transform magnetic field data into actionable insights for applications in public safety, defense, and space exploration. The company is seeking a proactive and driven team member with a strong startup mindset to design, build, and test complete sensing systems around their quantum magnetometer technology. This role involves working across mechanical, electrical, software, and algorithmic disciplines to turn advanced sensors into products that provide valuable information to customers in areas like autonomous navigation, public safety, and aerospace.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in robotics, electrical or mechatronics engineering.
• Experience integrating complex electromechanical systems involving hardware, firmware, and software.
• Hands-on experience with sensors, instrumentation, robotics, or autonomous systems.
• Strong troubleshooting and debugging skills across mechanical, electrical, and software domains.
• Comfortable working in laboratory and field environments.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively within multidisciplinary teams.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• A proactive, hands-on mindset and willingness to tackle a broad range of technical challenges in a startup environment.

Nice To Haves

• Experience integrating payloads on drones or aircraft.
• Experience with CAD software and rapid prototyping.
• Familiarity with Python or scripting for automation and testing.
• Experience developing automated test procedures or quality assurance tools.
• Advanced Operations Drone Pilot Certificate.
• Previous startup experience.

Responsibilities

• Design integrated systems built around our quantum sensors, transforming magnetic measurements into high-value customer solutions.
• Integrate mechanical, electrical, firmware, and software components into robust, field-ready systems.
• Deploy our technology on platforms such as drones, aircraft, vehicles, and portable systems.
• Assemble, configure, troubleshoot, and validate prototype and production systems.
• Execute laboratory and field test campaigns to evaluate system performance under various environmental and operational conditions.
• Develop test procedures, document results, and contribute to continuous product improvement.
• Work closely with physicists, software developers, electronics engineers, and mechanical designers to ensure seamless product integration.
• Support rapid proof-of-concept developments and technology demonstrations.
• Assist with customer demonstrations, field deployments, and integration on third-party platforms.
• Identify integration issues, perform root-cause analysis, and implement practical solutions.
• Contribute to improving integration processes, documentation, tooling, and testing methodologies.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and meaningful equity.
• Opportunity to be an early team member shaping both the technology and the culture.
• Flexible, collaborative work environment.
• Direct impact: your work will shape breakthrough products in a cutting-edge field.
• Professional growth opportunities as we scale.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level