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Senior Space Systems Engineer

Senior Space Systems Engineer

CompanyThe Aerospace Coporation
LocationCape Canaveral, FL, USA
Salary$Not Provided – $Not Provided
TypeFull-Time
DegreesBachelor’s
Experience LevelSenior, Expert or higher

Requirements

  • Bachelors degree in STEM field or closely related technical field
  • 12+ years of professional growth and related experience with space vehicle hardware
  • Demonstrated understanding and experience with space vehicle design, assembly, testing, operations, and analysis
  • Track record in coordinating or participating on multi-disciplinary technical teams
  • Demonstrated ability to work independently and directly with customers and a geographically dispersed team
  • Ability to travel as needed (mostly domestic)
  • This position requires ability to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI clearance, which is issued by the US government. U.S citizenship is required to obtain a security clearance

Responsibilities

  • Work closely with AAE and SML Program Offices on program management and systems engineering
  • Coordinate and provide engineering support for SML prototype contract(s)
  • Provide technical expertise to support SML procurement strategy
  • Develop SML interface documents and standards
  • Communicate status and progress of technical activities, issues, and accomplishments through reports and briefings to Aerospace, Space Force, and contractor teams

Preferred Qualifications

  • Expertise in design, analysis, and testing of spacecraft hardware
  • Hands-on experience working with small prototype space vehicles
  • Experience with Rendezvous, Proximity Operations, and Docking (RPOD), Servicing, Assembly, or Manufacturing
  • Experience with DoD requirements, budgeting, and procurement processes
  • Experience collaborating with the USSF, NASA, NRO/OSL and industry partners