Lead Space Systems Architect

STR; Woburn (MA); On-site; USD 174,000 - 225,000; Full time

Job summary

STR's Sensors Division within the Space Missions and Sensing Sector seeks a Lead Space System Engineer to guide the development of a cutting-edge space-based sensing platform. You will architect the system, define requirements for constellation components, and balance performance with SWAP-C and security considerations.

You will lead a cross-functional team, drive interface definitions, coordinate with government partners, and mentor junior staff while pursuing career growth in a fast-paced

Qualifications

• Active Top Secret clearance (U.S. citizenship required).
• BS with 7+ years of experience or MS with 5+ years in Computer Science, Physics, Computer Engineering, Applied Mathematics, Electrical Engineering, or related field.
• Experience leading systems engineering and requirements development for space-based sensing platforms.
• Experience with mission modeling, systems design, hardware/firmware integration, and testing.

Responsibilities

• Lead systems engineering and requirements development/management for a team building a space-based sensing platform.
• Architect and drive detailed analysis to derive command and control, data transport, and processing requirements.
• Collaborate with other team leads and subcontractors on the technology roadmap to test and integrate complex subsystems.
• Define mission partitioning between space and ground segments; author Interfaces Control Documents (ICDs).
• Provide guidance, coaching, and mentoring to junior staff to elevate the team's technical capability.

Skills

LoD and Systems Engineering

Leadership

Clearance TS

Verbal and written communication

Education

BS in CS/Physics/CE/Math/EE

MS in relevant field

Job description

STR's Sensors Division within the Space Missions and Sensing Sector seeks a Lead Space System Engineer to guide the development of a cutting-edge space-based sensing platform. You will architect the system, define requirements for constellation components, and balance performance with SWAP-C and security considerations.

You will lead a cross-functional team, drive interface definitions, coordinate with government partners, and mentor junior staff while pursuing career growth in a fast-paced