Senior Space Systems Architect & Technical Strategist

MITRE; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 162,000 - 244,000; Full time

Job summary

MITRE is seeking a Principal Space Systems Engineer to act as a senior technical authority for complex national security space challenges. You will shape mission priorities, architecture, and investment decisions across enterprise portfolios, guiding cross-organization efforts and executable transition paths.

The role requires strong systems thinking, deep technical depth, and the ability to mentor staff while representing MITRE in senior technical forums.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of related experience in space or national security mission systems.
• Strong background in systems engineering, mission engineering, and systems of systems.
• Ability to translate complex technical concepts into executive briefings.

Responsibilities

• Serve as principal technical advisor for national security space portfolios.
• Lead multidisciplinary teams across systems, architectures, and mission partners.
• Provide end-to-end lifecycle technical direction and risk management.

Skills

Systems engineering leadership

Technical writing

Executive communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Strategic thinking

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace Engineering

Bachelor’s degree in Systems Engineering

Master’s or PhD in a related technical discipline

Job description

MITRE is seeking a Principal Space Systems Engineer to act as a senior technical authority for complex national security space challenges. You will shape mission priorities, architecture, and investment decisions across enterprise portfolios, guiding cross-organization efforts and executable transition paths.

The role requires strong systems thinking, deep technical depth, and the ability to mentor staff while representing MITRE in senior technical forums.