Junior Space Systems Engineer - TS/SCI Clearance

Jobtailor; California (MO); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor is seeking a systems engineer to support space systems by translating requirements into reliable hardware and software solutions. The role requires TS/SCI clearance and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

You will collaborate with analysts, project leads, and customers across the lifecycle, perform functional analysis, risk management, and prepare technical documentation to inform mission-critical decisions.

Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI clearance
• Ability to obtain CI Polygraph
• Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Computer Engineering or Computer Science
• Ability to work in fast-paced environment
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Self-starter who can partner with multiple teammates
• Understanding of secure solutions per policy and compliance directives

Responsibilities

• Support end-user needs by identifying, investigating and resolving system issues related to space systems
• Collaborate with analysts, project leads, and customers to enhance operational efficiency and system reliability
• Assist in developing system requirements and specifications aligned with High-Level Mission objectives
• Participate in trade studies to identify improvements in system performance, architecture, and software/hardware solutions
• Contribute to engineering tradeoff analyses and assist in formulating COAs considering operational constraints
• Gather information to create technical documents supporting project deliverables
• Stay updated on agency, national, and international standards related to space systems development
• Provide support throughout the systems engineering life cycle, managing risks and developing mitigation plans
• Track project activities for systems engineering, software/hardware development, and deployment
• Engage in continuous improvement efforts to optimize ground processing and mission management practices
• Collaborate with stakeholders in the design, development, and research of interfaces and subsystem integration
• Perform functional analysis to validate mission requirements and constraints, assess system performance, and provide feedback
• Advise the customer by providing results to inform mission-critical decisions

Job description

Jobtailor is seeking a systems engineer to support space systems by translating requirements into reliable hardware and software solutions. The role requires TS/SCI clearance and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

You will collaborate with analysts, project leads, and customers across the lifecycle, perform functional analysis, risk management, and prepare technical documentation to inform mission-critical decisions.