Principal Engineer, Space Payloads
Core
Lead the design, development, and integration of next-generation space-based electro-optical sensor systems for Department of Defense and Intelligence Community customers.
Role type
Principal Engineer, Space Payloads (Electro-Optical Systems)
Builds
Space-based electro-optical and infrared sensor systems, ground systems, and mission operations architectures
Domain
Aerospace / Defense / Space Systems / Electro-Optical Engineering
Required skills
Systems engineering, program management, technical authority, risk management, stakeholder engagement, proposal development, team leadership, Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE), classified environment work
Preferred skills
Master's or PhD, space mission payload integration, EO/IR/radar/hyperspectral sensor technologies, command & control systems, CONOPS development, machine learning, Automatic Target Recognition (ATR), multi-disciplinary engineering integration
Technologies
Electro-optical systems, infrared systems, Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE), ground systems
Responsibilities
Own the technical baseline for programs, lead critical reviews (SRR through TRR), shape system architecture, guide execution and subcontractor oversight, champion engineering excellence, manage risk & opportunity, engage with stakeholders, support growth via proposals, mentor the next generation
Seniority
Principal, technical authority & mentorship