Systems Engineering Specialist
Core
Lead technical direction for the Lightspeed System Model, an advanced engineering software platform for resource allocation and performance evaluation of a Low Earth Orbit satellite constellation.
Role type
Senior Systems Engineering Specialist (Software & Algorithms)
Builds
The Lightspeed System Model (engineering software platform)
Domain
Satellite communications / Aerospace engineering
Deliverable
production ML models
Required skills
C++ (design, implementation, testing), Algorithm design and analysis, Mathematical optimization, System modeling, Software development lifecycle, Agile methodologies
Preferred skills
MATLAB, Python, Git/GitLab/GitHub, CI/CD tools, Agentic AI, Radio/satellite communications, Linear/mixed-integer programming
Technologies
C++, MATLAB, Python, Git, GitLab, GitHub, IDEs
Responsibilities
Design, develop, and validate algorithms and optimization methods in C++ to improve system performance; Translate system requirements into mathematical models and implementable algorithms; Evaluate algorithm correctness and computational efficiency through testing and simulation; Oversee performance analysis of the constellation (throughput, latency, handover, capacity); Collaborate with System Modeling, Software Development, and QA teams; Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior engineers; Lead assessments of design alternatives and system architectures; Prepare technical documentation on models, algorithms, and validation methods.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with mentorship responsibilities
