Senior Space Systems Architect (C2 & SATCOM)

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

Job summary

STR is seeking a Lead Space System Engineer to guide a space-based sensing platform within the Sensors Division. You will architect the system, define requirements for space-ground partitioning, and drive interfaces, C2, data transport, and processing capabilities.

You will lead a multidisciplinary team, mentor junior staff, and collaborate with leadership and partners to meet mission objectives while balancing SWAP-C, security, and program milestones across Melbourne, FL and other sites.

Qualifications

• Active TS security clearance and citizenship required.
• BS with 7+ years or MS with 5+ years in a related field.
• Experience in system engineering of space-based sensing platforms.

Responsibilities

• Lead systems engineering and requirements management for a space-based sensing platform.
• Architect and derive C2, data transport, and processing requirements.
• Collaborate with leads and subcontractors on technology roadmap and integration.
• Define mission partitioning and author ICDs governing space-ground interfaces.
• Provide coaching and mentoring to junior staff to elevate technical capability.

Skills

TS security clearance

System engineering

Sensing expertise

Flight software

Systems lifecycle

Leadership

Communication

Education

BS in STEM field

MS in STEM field

Job description

STR is seeking a Lead Space System Engineer to guide a space-based sensing platform within the Sensors Division. You will architect the system, define requirements for space-ground partitioning, and drive interfaces, C2, data transport, and processing capabilities.

You will lead a multidisciplinary team, mentor junior staff, and collaborate with leadership and partners to meet mission objectives while balancing SWAP-C, security, and program milestones across Melbourne, FL and other sites.