Lead Space Systems Engineer - TS Clearance

STR; Melbourne (FL); On-site; USD 174,000 - 225,000; Full time

Job summary

STR is seeking a Lead Space System Engineer to steer systems engineering for a cutting-edge space-based sensing platform. You will architect the system, define requirements for constellation ops, and balance performance with SWAP-C and security while collaborating with leadership and partners.

You will lead the team, drive C2, intersatellite comms, and ground processing requirements, and guide interface definitions. This is a fast-paced role with growth potential across the organization.

Qualifications

• Active Top Secret security 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 in a Lead Space System Engineer / Systems Engineering role.

Responsibilities

• Lead systems engineering and requirements development/management for a space-based sensing platform.
• Architect and drive analysis to derive C2, data transport, and processing requirements.
• Collaborate with team leads and subcontractors on the technology roadmap to test and integrate subsystems.
• Define mission partitioning between space and ground segments, author ICDs.
• Provide guidance and mentoring to junior staff to elevate technical capability.

Skills

System engineering

Leadership

Requirements management

Space systems

Flight software

Systems lifecycle

Education

Bachelor's or higher in a relevant field

Master's degree in a related field

Tools

Interface Control Documents (ICDs)

Job description

STR is seeking a Lead Space System Engineer to steer systems engineering for a cutting-edge space-based sensing platform. You will architect the system, define requirements for constellation ops, and balance performance with SWAP-C and security while collaborating with leadership and partners.

You will lead the team, drive C2, intersatellite comms, and ground processing requirements, and guide interface definitions. This is a fast-paced role with growth potential across the organization.