Company Overview: Join a pioneering company at the forefront of innovation in space systems! Our client is a vertically integrated leader in developing cutting-edge systems for remote sensing and communication. They are committed to pushing the boundaries of what’s possible in space technology, and they are looking for a visionary Senior Spacecraft Systems Engineer to join their dynamic team.

Why You Should Apply:

• Innovate at the Edge of Space: Be part of a team that seamlessly blends traditional spacecraft design with agile commercial methodologies to achieve groundbreaking results.
• Lead with Impact: Take ownership and provide oversight across an entire product line, driving technical excellence and innovation.
• Mentor Future Leaders: Play a pivotal role in the technical development of junior engineers, shaping the future of the space industry.
• Collaborate with Visionaries: Work closely with leadership within the Space Systems Business Group and collaborate with a diverse range of stakeholders, including government and commercial partners.

Key Responsibilities:

• Architect and model advanced spacecraft, wireless, and remote sensing systems in partnership with software and hardware engineers.
• Lead multidisciplinary design and analysis projects, delivering new products that meet both performance and business needs within the Scaled Agile Framework.
• Develop detailed system and subsystem-level requirements, and design comprehensive test plans to ensure optimal performance.
• Author high-quality, organized documentation, including system requirements, specifications, and verification plans.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory standards for ground-based and on-orbit operations.
• Cultivate and manage relationships with third-party customers and vendors globally.

Requirements:

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant engineering field.
• 12+ years of aerospace engineering experience with a strong focus on LEO space systems.
• Proven expertise in software/hardware integration and system architectures.
• Strong track record of developing and managing space system requirements.
• Proficiency in Agile development practices and a talent for mentoring junior engineers.

Desired Qualifications:

• Advanced degree in engineering.
• 15+ years of aerospace experience and 5+ years in project management.
• Experience across the full product lifecycle and involvement in sales processes.
• Familiarity with high-performance payloads and software-defined wireless systems.
• Expertise in model-based systems engineering (MBSE) and Jama requirements management.

Take the Next Step: Embrace the opportunity to drive innovation and shape the future of space exploration. If you are a passionate engineer ready to make a significant impact, we want to hear from you. Apply now and join a team that’s pushing the limits of what’s possible in space systems engineering!