Senior Spacecraft Systems Engineer
Core
Lead verification, validation, integration, assembly, and testing (V&V, AI&T) for next-generation satellite platforms, ensuring smooth transition from design to production.
Role type
Senior Spacecraft Systems Engineer (Technical Lead)
Builds
Imaging satellite constellations for commercial, environmental, and humanitarian data delivery
Domain
Aerospace / Satellite Systems / Remote Sensing
Deliverable
production ML models
Required skills
Satellite system design and development, Verification and Validation (V&V), Integration Assembly and Testing (AI&T), Requirements formulation, Space manufacturing processes, Avionics integration, Environmental testing, Functional testing, Risk-based trade-offs, Cross-functional engineering coordination
Preferred skills
NASA GEVS and SMC-S-16 standards, Small satellite (50-200 kg) experience, Electro-optical payload experience, Rideshare launch vehicle regulations, Deep technical fluency in spacecraft specialization (structures, avionics, thermal, software)
Technologies
None explicitly listed
Responsibilities
Develop and execute V&V plans including environmental and functional testing; Lead triage of technical issues during AI&T; Track requirements and non-conformances; Lead continuous improvement of AI&T processes; Provide design feedback to mechanical, thermal, and propulsion teams
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with technical lead responsibilities
