Lead (Chief) Satellite Systems Engineer
Core
Lead systems engineering authority for a satellite program, ensuring design integrity, integration, verification, and mission readiness for on-orbit connectivity missions.
Role type
Senior IC satellite systems engineer (technical lead)
Builds
Commercial optical data relay constellation satellites
Domain
Aerospace / Satellite Systems Engineering
Deliverable
production ML models
Required skills
Satellite systems engineering, System architecture, Requirements management, Integration, Verification planning, Risk management, Technical reviews leadership, Cross-functional team leadership, Stakeholder management, Technical writing
Preferred skills
AI-assisted engineering tools, Systems engineering standards (configuration management, ECR), Mission operations experience
Technologies
Optical data relay, Spacecraft subsystems
Responsibilities
Lead system-level design and integration across spacecraft subsystems, Translate mission objectives into technical direction, Lead technical reviews and readiness milestones, Manage technical risks and uncertainty, Mentor engineers and improve engineering practices, Represent the technical team in program reviews and customer briefings
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with leadership responsibilities
