Payload Systems Engineers (Senior-Level)

Cimarron Software Services, Inc.; Seal Beach (CA); On-site; USD 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) contributions

Educational reimbursement

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Cimarron Software Services, Inc. in Seal Beach, CA seeks a Senior-Level Payload Systems Engineer to contribute to the development of first-of-kind space vehicles and ground systems.

You will work with system architects, ConOps developers, and a broad engineering team across multiple disciplines on aggressive timelines. As a member of the engineering design team, you will manage subcontracted development, drive schedules, track performance metrics, and present review packages to senior

Qualifications

• U.S. citizens only due to facility security requirements.
• Active Top Secret clearance is required.
• 15+ years of related work experience.
• 1+ year leading projects, teams, or products.
• Proficiency in authoring ICDs, specifications, and SoWs.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the technical project manager for subcontracted development and sustainment efforts.
• Manage technical project scope, planning, proposals, cost estimates, schedules, and drive execution.
• Identify, track, and update key subsystem technical performance metrics.
• Work closely with Payload IPT to define capability roadmaps and implementation plans.
• Coordinate with SMEs and external stakeholders for real time on-orbit support and anomaly resolution.
• Serve as authority for technical trades, design decisions, and failure resolution.
• Develop and present review packages to internal and external senior leadership.
• Work proactively and independently in a fast-paced, demanding atmosphere.

Skills

U.S. citizenship

Background check & drug screening

Top Secret clearance

Project leadership

ICD/SOW authoring

Education

BS in engineering

Master's degree counts for 2 years

PhD counts for 4 years

Job description

Posting/External Job Title

Location

Seal Beach, CA 90740 US (Primary)

Remote/Onsite/Hybrid

100% Onsite

Job Type

Full-time

# of Hires Needed

2

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Travel

None

Security Clearance Required

TS

Pay Range (All offers will be based on experience)

$180,000.00 - $300,000.00/yr

Position Introduction/Key Duties

Cimarron is seeking a Senior-LevelPayload Systems Engineerto join an exciting program located in Seal Beach, CA.This is an opportunity to personally contribute to the development of new first-of-kind space vehicles, ground systems and missions. The programs support a range of platforms and technologies that are predominantly classified . As a member of our engineering design team, you’ll work with a system architects, Concept of Operations (ConOps) developers, fault and autonomy designers, and numerous engineering disciplines (systems, hardware, software, power, payload, thermal, communications and test). Development timelines are aggressive and you will be asked to develop solutions to previously unsolved problems. You will be part of a team that generates solutions to minimally defined design spaces!

Key Duties:

• Serve as the technical project manager for subcontracted development and sustainment efforts.
• Manage technical project scope, planning, proposals, cost estimates, schedules, and drive execution.
• Identify, track, and update key subsystem technical performance metrics.
• Work closely with the Payload Integrated Product Team (IPT) to define capability roadmaps, value statements, and implementation plans.
• Coordinate with SMEs and external stakeholders to provide real time support for on orbit systems, including investigation and resolution of anomalies.
• Serve as the authority and decision maker for technical trades, design decisions, noncompliance disposition, and failure resolution within assigned products.
• Develop and present review packages to internal and external senior leadership.
• Work proactively and independently in a fast-paced, demanding atmosphere.

Required/Desired Skills, Experience, and Education

Required Skills, Experience, and Education:

• Due to facility security requirements, only U.S. citizens are eligible for consideration at this time.
• Ability to complete a pre-employment background check and drug screening, which will include, but is not limited to, testing for marijuana use.
• This position requires access to federal facilities. Candidates must possess a valid, unexpired Real ID-compliant driver's license or state-issued identification card at the time of hire. If you are unsure whether your ID is Real ID-compliant, please check for the star symbol in the upper portion of your driver's license or state ID.
• Must have an active Top Secretsecurity clearance.
• 15 or more years of related work experience.
• 1 or more year of experience leading projects, teams, or products.
• Proficiency in authoring Interface Control Documents (ICDs), specifications, and Statements of Work (SoW).
• BS in engineering from accredited school; technical masters degree counts for 2 years and technical PhD 4 years.

Desired Skills, Experience, and Education:

• Active TS/SCI clearance.
• Expertise in one or more space payload technology (RF Communication, Lasercomm, PNT, Remote Sensing, etc).
• Experience working directly with government customers on large scale space programs.
• Experience in spacecraft, launch vehicles, or highly autonomous unmanned systems.

Business Profile:

Cimarron is a global solutions company with a strategic partnering approach to satisfying customer-driven requirements. We ensure customer success with a modern approach and experienced leadership. Driven by an entrepreneurial spirit, Cimarron is fueled by highly skilled employees, developing new innovative technologies, and delivering superior products and services. We believe in recognizing employees' worth by offering competitive salaries and benefits, including health, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) contributions, educational reimbursement, and much more. From company communication through Company-wide information meetings led by our President and CEO, to an Awards program designed to recognize our amazing employees and their accomplishments, you will not only feel like you are a part of a team, you will be a valued member of the Cimarron family. Cimarron is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

Resumes should list employment dates in month/year format (e.g., January 2020 – March 2024) for each position to meet customer and contract documentation requirements.

Cimarron offers an outstanding Benefits Package including:

• Major Medical and Hospitalization
• Vision Care
• Preventive Care
• Ancillary Benefits
  • Life Insurance and AD&D
  • Short-Term Disability Insurance
  • Voluntary Long-Term Disability Insurance
  • Voluntary Additional Life and Dependent Life Insurance
• 401(k) with Company Matching
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Direct Deposit
• Other Benefits
  • Paid Time Off (PTO) and Holiday Leave
  • Education Reimbursement
  • Wellness Program