Sr Satellite Systems Engineer

Tomorrow.io; Golden (CO); On-site; USD 130,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Competitive salary

Job summary

Tomorrow.io in Golden, CO seeks a Sr. Satellite Systems Engineer to develop, integrate, and verify an integrated satellite vehicle for our weather observation constellation.

Translate mission objectives into technical requirements, manage risks, and coordinate across multi-disciplinary teams to ensure high reliability and data quality. You’ll work on payload architecture, integration, testing, and performance modeling, with exposure to STK/GMAT/Orekit, MBSE methods, and orbital mechanics.

Qualifications

• 6+ years developing, integrating, and testing complex space systems.
• BS in Mechanical Eng, Electrical Eng, Physics, CS or related.
• Strong knowledge of spacecraft subsystems, payload integration, and performance modeling.
• Experience with system architecture, requirements and interfaces, verification planning, and integrated testing.
• Familiarity with MBSE or similar systems engineering methods.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and plan how weather sensing payloads operate on orbit.
• Develop payload architecture from concept through launch and operations.
• Define and manage payload requirements, verification plans, and traceability.
• Coordinate payload interfaces with the spacecraft bus and partner teams.
• Plan and carry out payload integration and testing; document results.

Skills

Space systems

Payload integration

MBSE

System engineering

Orbital mechanics

Cross-team collaboration

Data platforms

Technical communication

Education

B.S. in Mechanical/Electrical Engineering, Physics, CS

Tools

STK

GMAT

Orekit

Ansys STK

Job description

Tomorrow.io is a leading weather intelligence and climate resilience platform helping organizations and governments make better decisions in a world of increasing weather volatility. By combining proprietary satellite technology, advanced AI forecasting models, and actionable analytics, Tomorrow.io delivers hyper-local weather insights that protect lives, strengthen operations, and build climate resilience globally.

Our space program is core to this mission. We are building and operating a weather observation constellation powered by internally developed sensing technologies - transforming how atmospheric data is captured and used worldwide.

Tomorrow.io is seeking a Sr. Satellite Systems Engineer to aid the development, integration, and verification of an integrated satellite vehicle for our weather observation constellation. In this role, you will translate mission objectives into technical requirements, develop verification and validation plans, manage system risks, and coordinate across multi-disciplinary teams to ensure high reliability and data quality. You will join a collaborative, high-performing environment that values technical excellence, shared accountability, and the pursuit of ambitious, mission-driven engineering goals.

What You’ll Do

• Evaluate and plan how weather sensing payloads operate, interact and perform on orbit.
• Develop payload architecture and technical designs from concept through launch and operations.
• Define and manage payload requirements, verification plans, and traceability.
• Coordinate payload interfaces with the spacecraft bus and partner teams.
• Plan and carry out payload integration and testing; document results and track technical performance.
• Model payload and mission performance, conduct trade studies, and support trajectory and constellation planning using Ansys STK.
• Identify and address technical risks; investigate operational anomalies and determine root causes.
• Work with engineers, scientists, partners, and leadership to resolve technical issues and improve engineering quality.

What You Bring

• 6+ years developing, integrating, and testing complex space systems, such as satellite payloads or spacecraft.
• Bachelor's of Science in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Physics, Computer Science or related.
• Strong knowledge of spacecraft subsystems, payload integration, and performance modeling.
• Experience with system architecture, requirements and interfaces, verification planning, and integrated testing.
• Familiarity with MBSE or similar systems engineering methods.
• Experience conducting system trade studies and managing technical and program risks.
• Familiarity with orbital mechanics, LEO Earth observation constellations, and mission analysis tools such as STK, GMAT, or Orekit.
• Ability to work across engineering and science teams and explain technical topics clearly to varied audiences.
• Sound engineering judgment and adaptability in fast-moving development environments.
• A mission-level perspective, with integrity, accountability, transparency, and a willingness to learn from both successes and setbacks.
• Ability to travel 15-20%; ability to lift up to 35 pounds while traveling.

Joining Tomorrow.io as a Systems Engineer means:

• Make a measurable global impact - advance atmospheric sensing technologies that improve weather resilience worldwide.
• Influence foundational architectures - help shape the future of environmental sensing at Tomorrow.io
• Solve challenging problems - work at the intersection of space systems, data platforms, and climate innovation
• Work in a mission-driven environment - join a team that values purpose, technical excellence, and thoughtful execution

Tomorrow.io is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affimative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, sexual stereotypes, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. Tomorrow.io participates in the E-Verify program in all US states, as required by law.

At tomorrow.io we have established a workplace culture that values fairness and equal opportunities and we believe it is crucial for fostering a positive and productive environment. Regularly reviewing and adjusting pay practices to align with legitimate drivers of pay, such as job level, geographic location, and performance, demonstrates a commitment to maintaining equity within the organization.This commitment to ongoing assessment and improvement is key to creating a workplace that is not only diverse and inclusive but also fair and just. Anticipated salary range for this role is $130-165k subject to local market and candidates skills and experience. Comprehensive health benefits, unlimited paid time off and other benefits included. Relocation assistance may be offered/available for certain roles.

Tomorrow.io is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for candidates with disabilities in our recruiting process. If you need any assistance or accommodations due to a disability, please let us know at [e-mail]

This role requires working onsite in our Golden office at least three times per week (Tuesday-Thursday).

About tomorrow.io:

Selected by TIME Magazine as one of the Top 100 Most Influential Companies in the World, Tomorrow.io is the world's leading Resilience Platform™. Combining next-generation space technology, advanced generative AI, and proprietary weather modeling, Tomorrow.io delivers unmatched forecasting and decision-making capabilities. Trusted by six of the top ten Fortune 500 companies, Tomorrow.io empowers organizations to proactively manage weather-related risks, opportunities, and enhance operational efficiency. From cutting-edge weather intelligence to real-time early warning systems, Tomorrow.io enables predictive, impact-based action for a safer, more resilient future. Learn more at Tomorrow.io.

Ethos: Our ethos guides us in everything we do - The people of Tomorrow are here to make an impact, they show true grit, and always put people first.

How we roll: We work in an “one office” environment. We believe that magic happens when people work together. Together also includes Zoom meetings, flexible hours and unlimited vacation days. Your success is achieved by your impact and deliveries and not by the hours you put in. We believe in transparency and directness, putting work before ego and empathy. We grow fast and move faster but we always see people first. Each person has their own career growth path for we believe that the only way for the company to grow is if you grow.

To help us stay fair and efficient, we occasionally use AI-assisted tools to help review applications. We want to be clear: these tools are only here to support our team, not replace them. Every hiring decision is made by a real person after a meaningful review.

We take your privacy seriously and handle all data in line with legal requirements. If you have any questions about how we use these tools, please feel free to reach out to Sara Satterfield at [e-mail] .