Senior Space Systems Architect & MBSE Lead

Inuplands; Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 82,000 - 220,000; Full time

Job summary

Draper is seeking a Senior Space Systems Design Engineer to apply systems-thinking and MBSE methods for a space-based application in Cambridge, MA. On-site role requiring a strong background in systems engineering and space missions across LEO/MEO/GEO.

The candidate will lead analysis, model-based design, and tool integration while mentoring junior engineers and solving complex problems in a multidisciplinary team. A US security clearance may be required.

Qualifications

• Requires 5-7 years experience in systems analysis or related.
• Experience using MBSE tools such as SysML and MATLAB/Simulink.
• Experience in integrating descriptive modeling tools with other simulation tools.
• Familiarity with space missions operating in LEO, MEO, GEO.
• Strong communication and collaboration across multidisciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Performs system engineering lifecycle activities including concept, architecture, integration, testing, and operation.
• Lead small teams (fewer than five) to align toward program goals.
• Identify risks and develop mitigation strategies for them.
• Translate requirements into technical and architectural decisions.
• Communicate complex concepts clearly to customers and stakeholders.

Skills

Systems engineering

Tradespace exploration

Modeling & simulation

Data analysis

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace, Electrical, or Mechanical Engineering

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

SysML

MATLAB/Simulink

Descriptive modeling tools integration

Job description

Draper is seeking a Senior Space Systems Design Engineer to apply systems-thinking and MBSE methods for a space-based application in Cambridge, MA. On-site role requiring a strong background in systems engineering and space missions across LEO/MEO/GEO.

The candidate will lead analysis, model-based design, and tool integration while mentoring junior engineers and solving complex problems in a multidisciplinary team. A US security clearance may be required.