Satellite Payload Systems Engineer - Senior or Principal
Core
Architect, design, specify, and qualify real-time satellite payload models integrated into system-level simulators for U.S. government and commercial customers.
Role type
Senior or Principal Satellite Payload Systems Engineer
Builds
Software and hardware-based satellite simulators and emulators
Domain
Aerospace defense and space systems
Deliverable
production ML models
Required skills
concurrent computing, multi-threaded software development, satellite digital payloads, digital communication systems, system-level CONOPS development, functional analysis, trade studies
Preferred skills
20+ years of related work experience
Technologies
modern technologies and tools (CI/CD environment)
Responsibilities
Execute full life-cycle development activities including requirements definition, software architecture, detailed design, code reviews, test plan development, and qualification; Perform system-level CONOPS development and functional analysis; Interface with multi-disciplinary integrated product teams; Deliver innovative solutions to complex technical challenges
Seniority
Senior (Level 5) or Principal (Level 6), hands-on IC with significant mentorship potential
