Senior Space Systems Engineer — On-Orbit Test Lead (SDA)

Iridium Satellite LLC; Grand Forks Air Force Base (ND); On-site; USD 115,000 - 155,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stock options

Annual bonus

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

Iridium Satellite LLC is seeking a Senior Systems Engineer with extensive experience in space systems, SDA operations, and on-orbit testing. You will interface with the SDA and Iridium teams to develop artifacts for mesh network operations and ground segments.

You will lead test procedures, manage telemetry analysis, and collaborate with satellite vendors to ensure cohesive on-orbit testing. A Top-Secret clearance is highly desirable and travel up to 10% may be required.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in satellite operations, on-orbit testing, ground system engineering, software integration/test, or software development.
• Strong knowledge of system engineering methodologies and AGILE processes.
• Excellent communication and leadership abilities to interact with senior leadership.

Responsibilities

• Lead on-orbit checkout and commissioning of a satellite and ground segment.
• Develop and execute detailed test plans for on-orbit activities.
• Coordinate and lead integrated test teams for checkout procedures and anomaly resolution.
• Analyze telemetry in real-time to assess health and performance.

Skills

Systems engineering

AGILE processes

Communication skills

Problem solving

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in aerospace or electrical engineering or related field

Tools

JIRA

Confluence

R4J

SAFe

Job description

Iridium Satellite LLC is seeking a Senior Systems Engineer with extensive experience in space systems, SDA operations, and on-orbit testing. You will interface with the SDA and Iridium teams to develop artifacts for mesh network operations and ground segments.

You will lead test procedures, manage telemetry analysis, and collaborate with satellite vendors to ensure cohesive on-orbit testing. A Top-Secret clearance is highly desirable and travel up to 10% may be required.