Space Systems Engineer — Analysis & Prototyping

MIT Lincoln Laboratory; Lexington (MA); On-site; USD 145,200 - 220,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health, dental, and vision plans

MIT-funded pension

Matching 401(k)

Job summary

MIT Lincoln Laboratory in Lexington, MA, seeks a Space Systems Researcher/Engineer to address critical space-related security challenges. You will engage with senior leaders to provide analysis and innovative solutions as part of the Space Systems Analysis and Test Group.

The ideal candidate will have a strong STEM background and experience in modeling, simulation, and collaborative projects. The position requires on-site work up to five days a week.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in a STEM field or equivalent experience.
• Experience in physics‑ and engineering‑based modeling and analysis.
• Ability to communicate complex concepts effectively.

Responsibilities

• Develop understanding of U.S. and foreign space capabilities.
• Collaborate with senior leaders to provide unbiased analysis and solutions.
• Design and produce developmental hardware systems.

Skills

Physics- and engineering-based modeling

Technical communication

Collaboration in multi-disciplinary teams

Education

Ph.D. in a STEM field

Master’s in a STEM field plus 5 years experience

Bachelor’s in a STEM field plus 10 years experience

Job description

MIT Lincoln Laboratory in Lexington, MA, seeks a Space Systems Researcher/Engineer to address critical space-related security challenges. You will engage with senior leaders to provide analysis and innovative solutions as part of the Space Systems Analysis and Test Group.

The ideal candidate will have a strong STEM background and experience in modeling, simulation, and collaborative projects. The position requires on-site work up to five days a week.