Space - Advanced Systems Engineer

Catapult Solutions Group; Scottsdale (AZ); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 73,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aerospace company is hiring an Advanced Systems Engineer in Scottsdale, AZ. The role focuses on developing operational systems with a strong emphasis on Systems Engineering and Agile practices. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree and over 5 years of relevant experience, or a Master's with less experience. Security clearance is required. Enjoy a collaborative environment with flexible workplace options and competitive benefits.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of job-related experience, or a Master's degree plus 3 years of job-related experience.
• Department of Defense Secret security clearance required.
• U.S. citizenship is required.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deploy state-of-the-art ground operational systems.
• Collaborate with customers and other stakeholders to translate requirements.
• Coordinate with developers and test teams for component development.

Skills

Systems Engineering

Agile experience

Ground system design

Satellite communications

Cloud technologies

Model-Based Systems Engineering

Programming (Java, Python, MATLAB)

Education

Bachelor's degree in Systems Engineering or related field

Master's degree in relevant field

Tools

CAMEO

MagicDraw

STK

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Base pay range

$65.00/yr - $73.00/yr

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Job Title: CL - Space Force - Advanced Systems Engineer - Scottsdale ***

Overview:

Engineers a diverse portfolio of high technology solutions, products and services that enable customers to successfully execute missions across all domains of operation. With a global team of 12,000+ top professionals, we partner with the best in industry to expand the bounds of innovation in the defense and scientific arenas. Given the nature of our work and who we are, we value trust, honesty, alignment and transparency. We offer highly competitive benefits and pride ourselves in being a great place to work with a shared sense of purpose. You will also enjoy a flexible work environment where contributions are recognized and rewarded. If who we are and what we do resonates with you, we invite you to join our high-performance team!

Equal Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans

Responsibilities:

Requires a Bachelor’s degree in Systems Engineering, or a related Science, Engineering or Mathematics field. Also requires 5+ years of job-related experience, or a Master's degree plus 3 years of job-related experience. Agile experience preferred.

CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS:

Department of Defense Secret security clearance is required at time of hire. Applicants selected may be subject to a U.S. Government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. Due to the nature of work performed within our facilities, U.S. citizenship is required.

Qualifications:

Currently seeking an Advanced Systems Engineer - Tracking Systems Engineer in our Scottsdale, AZ location.

ROLE AND POSITION OBJECTIVES:

As an Advanced Systems Engineer - Tracking Systems Engineer for the SDA GMI program, you’ll be a member of a cross-functional team responsible for developing and deploying the state-of-the‑art ground operational system.

• We encourage you to apply if you have any of these preferred skills or experiences:Ground system design or scheduling knowledge
• Satellite communications knowledge
• Ground to Satellite communication knowledge
• System/Software design for cloud‑based microservice architecture

Preferred Experience:

• Technical Background: Systems Engineering: Proficiency in systems engineering, decomposing requirements into architecture, internal and external interfaces, design behavior with emphasis on:
• Software/Systems engineering: Experience decomposing the high‑level space‑ground systems design into ground software/systems design
• Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE): Experience with MBSE methodologies and tools such as, CAMEO or MagicDraw
• Programming and Tools Skills: Familiarity with programming languages such as Java, Python, and MATLAB, including for software developer coordination, system analysis, prototype algorithm development, or modeling
• Cloud Computing: Knowledge of cloud technologies and their application in system design and deployment
• Simulation and Modeling: Background in simulation and modeling analysis with tools like STK, particularly in aerospace applications a plus
• Key responsibilities:Collaborate with customers, mission partners, and other key stakeholders to translate requirements into robust system designs within a fast‑moving timeline
• Decomposition of end-to‑end system requirements into architecture, design, interfaces, and test cases
• Coordination with developers and integration and test teams to ensure component development meet system mission needs
• What sets you apart:Creative thinker with demonstrated success leading the systems development life cycle
• Collaborative team player eager to provide technical leadership and position others for success
• Thorough knowledge of technology trends and willingness to champion new ideas and process improvements
• Strong presentation and communications skills with experience in the art of negotiation and the ability to meet challenging customer requirements with win‑win solutions
• Commitment to ongoing professional development for yourself and others

Workplace Options:

This position is fully on‑site, OR Hybrid/Flex

While on‑site, you will be a part of the Scottsdale location facility

Seniority level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

Contract

Job function

Industries: Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing