Research and Development Engineer
Core
Research and develop next-generation space technologies for overhead intelligence systems, ground/communications, and autonomy/ML in support of national security space portfolio.
Role type
Senior IC multi-disciplinary R&D engineer (space systems)
Builds
Next-gen space technologies for intelligence collection and processing
Domain
Defense / National Security / Space Systems
Deliverable
production ML models | product features
Required skills
Systems analysis, modeling and simulation, technical assessment, RF components/architectures/signal processing, remote sensing (EO/RF), microelectronics space applications, technical project management, scoping projects, leveraging inter-disciplinary teams
Preferred skills
Advanced degree in science/engineering/math, direct experience with government or commercial space systems
Technologies
RF, EO, ML, autonomy
Responsibilities
Manage systems analysis, modeling, simulation, and technical assessment activities; scope, direct, and integrate technical analysis for new materials/technologies/systems; evaluate impact of new concepts/technologies/CONOPs on national security space architecture; provide rigorous technical analysis to inform government decisions; interface with government officials and contractor personnel
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with strategic leadership