Principal Systems Engineer
Core
Leads and drives the development and implementation of advanced system solutions for space missions, integrating multiple subsystems to ensure system functionality and performance.
Role type
Principal Systems Engineer (Space Systems)
Builds
Comprehensive space systems integrating hardware, software, and ground segment components for national security and satellite constellations.
Domain
Aerospace & Defense / Space Systems Engineering
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | infrastructure
Required skills
Systems Engineering principles, system architecture development, requirements management, system integration, verification and validation (V&V), technical risk management, multidisciplinary team leadership, corporate policy definition.
Preferred skills
Model Based Systems Engineering (MBSE), spacecraft subsystems knowledge, project management, configuration management, INCOSE standards, space-based networking architectures, cybersecurity principles.
Technologies
DOORS, CAMEO EA, Rhapsody, Matlab, SysML, CCSDS, DTN, TSPI, Open Mission Systems (OMS), Universal Command and Control Interface (UCI)
Responsibilities
Lead multidisciplinary system development initiatives and architect comprehensive systems; resolve conflicting system requirements and ensure alignment with project objectives; plan and lead development milestone reviews; oversee system integration and verification activities; identify and manage technical risks; contribute to corporate Systems Engineering policies and processes.
Seniority
Principal, hands-on IC with strategic influence and mentorship
