CareerPlan

Distinguished Space Systems Engineer

Cambridge, MA, USFull-time$100k–$275k2026-11-02 → 2026-11-10
Security clearance required

Core

Design, develop, test, and support systems for manned space flight and lunar activities, leading large multidisciplinary teams to solve complex technical problems.

Role type

Distinguished Space Systems Engineer (Senior IC with leadership)

Builds

Manned space flight systems and lunar activity support systems

Domain

Aerospace / Space Systems Engineering

Deliverable

production ML models

Required skills

Systems Engineering, Requirements Management, Mission Design, Simulation-based Performance Analysis, Team Leadership, Risk Mitigation, Interface Control Document (ICD) Management, Modeling and Simulation (SysML, Python, MATLAB, STK)

Preferred skills

MBSE (MagicDraw/Cameo), GN&C, Avionics Architectures, Cyber/Security, Threat Modeling, SCI Eligibility

Technologies

SysML, Python, MATLAB, STK, MagicDraw, Cameo

Responsibilities

Lead large multidisciplinary teams (10+ people) to align on program goals; Independently drive solutions to complex, multidisciplinary problems; Develop system concept/architecture and perform mission design; Identify risks across programs and execute mitigation strategies; Mentor team members and build depth in area of expertise; Present technical results to internal and external stakeholders.

Seniority

Distinguished, Senior IC with strategic leadership