Principal Systems Engineer - (MM) FDC Chief

RTX Corporation; Centennial (CO); On-site; USD 101,000 - 203,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Principal Systems Engineer specializing in Mission Management and Flight Dynamics. This role requires a strong background in spacecraft dynamics, leadership in engineering teams, and the ability to define program implementation plans. You'll work closely with various stakeholders to ensure successful project execution while maintaining technical excellence. The position offers a competitive salary range and a supportive work environment that values safety, trust, and collaboration. If you're passionate about aerospace engineering and ready to make a significant impact, this opportunity is for you.

Benefits

Health Insurance

401(k)

Flexible Schedules

Qualifications

• 8+ years of relevant experience in spacecraft dynamics and mission management.
• Experience leading engineering teams on large government contracts.

Responsibilities

• Establish and maintain the program's technical baseline related to Mission Management.
• Provide technical guidance to systems engineers and software teams.

Skills

Mission Management Domain

Spacecraft Dynamics

Team Leadership

Systems Engineering Lifecycle

Agile Principles

Education

Bachelor's Degree in STEM

Tools

Matlab

Satellite Toolkit (STK)

Job description

Date Posted: 2025-05-05

Country: United States of America

Location: CO102: 16800 E Centretech Pkwy, Aurora, CO 80011, USA

Position Role Type: Onsite

U.S. Citizenship and Security Clearance Requirements: U.S. citizenship is required. An active and transferable TS/SCI security clearance without Polygraph is required prior to start date.

Job Overview

We have an exciting opportunity for a Principal Systems Engineer - Mission Management (MM) Flight Dynamics Component Chief. In this role, your expertise in spacecraft dynamics and leadership skills will be essential. You will define program implementation plans, provide technical direction, and support system engineering analyses including trade studies, algorithm development, requirements definition, interface definition, and validation and verification. You will also support operations concept development and interface with other organizations, representing the program at technical meetings. The work is on-site in Aurora, CO.

What You Will Do

1. Establish and maintain the program's technical baseline related to the Mission Management domain.
2. Provide technical guidance to systems engineers, software teams, and test personnel regarding requirements and design.
3. Develop strategies for program growth and support proposal efforts.
4. Participate in technical meetings with program management and customers, representing the organization in mission management flight dynamics matters.
5. Maintain active TS/SCI clearance prior to start.

Qualifications You Must Have

• Bachelor's Degree in STEM or related field with a minimum of 8 years of relevant experience.
• Experience in Mission Management Domain and spacecraft dynamics, including orbital and attitude control.
• Experience leading engineering teams on large government contracts.
• Knowledge of systems engineering lifecycle, including requirements management, functional analysis, interface control, and verification.
• Ability to provide technical direction and clarify requirements to engineering teams.
• Experience with Agile principles and practices.

Qualifications We Prefer

• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
• Experience in multi-disciplinary environments.
• Proficiency with Matlab and Satellite Toolkit (STK).
• Experience in software development environments.
• Experience leading Systems Engineering teams.

What We Offer

Our values include Safety, Trust, Respect, Accountability, Collaboration, and Innovation. We offer competitive benefits, including health insurance, 401(k), flexible schedules, and more. The salary range is $101,000 to $203,000, based on experience and qualifications.

This is a U.S.-based role; benefits and pay structure will align accordingly. The application window closes approximately 40 days from posting, subject to change.

RTX is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status.

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