Senior Satellite Systems Engineer (Remote)

Airbus US Space & Defense, Inc.; United States Virgin Islands; Remote; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Airbus U.S. Space & Defense, Inc seeks a Senior Systems Engineer to design and analyze satellite and aerospace systems.

You will contribute to system modeling, requirements definition, and lifecycle activities from concept through operations, collaborating across multi-disciplinary teams in a fast-paced environment. The role emphasizes MATLAB/Simulink modeling, STK analyses, and cross-functional coordination to deliver robust space missions; travel is periodic, with remote work options across

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in STEM or related field; master's preferred.
• 9+ years experience in aerospace hardware systems or equivalent.
• Proven ability to define requirements and perform design trades.

Responsibilities

• Model and analyze satellite system concepts across lifecycle stages.
• Lead MATLAB/Simulink modeling, verification planning, and test activities.
• Develop STK scenarios and link-budget analyses.
• Coordinate with internal/external stakeholders to meet requirements.
• Contribute to roadmap development and system-level trade studies.

Skills

System modeling

MATLAB/Simulink

Python

STK

Requirements definition

Cross-functional collaboration

Space mission concepts

Strong communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in STEM

Master's in STEM

Tools

DOORS

STK

Job description

Airbus U.S. Space & Defense, Inc seeks a Senior Systems Engineer to design and analyze satellite and aerospace systems.

You will contribute to system modeling, requirements definition, and lifecycle activities from concept through operations, collaborating across multi-disciplinary teams in a fast-paced environment. The role emphasizes MATLAB/Simulink modeling, STK analyses, and cross-functional coordination to deliver robust space missions; travel is periodic, with remote work options across