Senior Space Systems Engineer

Arcfield; Louisville (CO); On-site; USD 88,000 - 154,000; Full time

Job summary

Arcfield is seeking a Systems Engineer III to serve as a technical authority in the development of Orion Space Solutions products. The role spans requirements derivation, design, V&V, AI&T, and launch for complex spacecraft and payloads.

You will lead verification methods, translate strategies into system specs, and coordinate development standards across the program. This position emphasizes cross-functional collaboration and lifecycle execution.

Qualifications

• BS with 5–7 years, MS with 3–5 years or PhD with 0–2 years in systems engineering for space/aerospace.
• Experience with systems engineering development methods on complex product architectures.
• Experience supporting programs through all phases of development from requirements derivation to sustainment.
• Experience with aerospace requirements management tools such as DOORS or Jama.

Responsibilities

• Perform systems engineering activities across all stages of product design from requirements derivation to V&V, AI&T, and launch.
• Derive and manage requirements at all levels of complex space systems and components.
• Translate high level product development strategies into system requirement specifications with cross-functional teams.

Skills

Systems engineering

Requirements management

Systems thinking

Education

BS/MS in systems engineering or related field

Tools

DOORS

Jama

Job description

Arcfield is seeking a Systems Engineer III to serve as a technical authority in the development of Orion Space Solutions products. The role spans requirements derivation, design, V&V, AI&T, and launch for complex spacecraft and payloads.

You will lead verification methods, translate strategies into system specs, and coordinate development standards across the program. This position emphasizes cross-functional collaboration and lifecycle execution.