Sr. Space Systems Engineer

General Atomics; Englewood (CO); On-site; USD 116,480 - 208,505; Full time

Job summary

General Atomics in Englewood, CO, is looking for a Sr Space Systems Engineer to oversee the design, integration, and verification of satellite systems. The role requires strong leadership and communication skills, along with extensive engineering experience in the space domain.

The ideal candidate holds a degree in engineering and has a minimum of 12 years of experience. Familiarity with key engineering tools and an active TS clearance are essential for this full-time position.

Qualifications

• Typically requires bachelor's degree in engineering with 12+ years' experience.
• Prior experience in space domain and satellite design is essential.
• Strong organizational, planning, and scheduling skills required.

Responsibilities

• Lead design and development of space systems and tests.
• Collaborate with engineering staff on design and integration.
• Develop CONOPS, requirements, and interface control documents.

Skills

Communication and presentation skills

Project leadership

Technical expertise in engineering principles

Customer focus

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Master's degree or PhD in engineering

Tools

Cameo

DOORS

Atlassian (JIRA, Confluence)

Magic Draw

STK

Job description

Job Summary

General Atomics Electromagnetic Systems (GA-EMS) designs and manufactures first-of-a-kind electromagnetic and electric power generation systems. GA-EMS' expanding portfolio of specialized products and integrated system solutions support critical fleet, space systems and satellites, missile defense, power and energy, and process and monitoring applications for defense, industrial, and commercial customers worldwide.

We currently have an exciting opportunity for a Sr Space Systems Engineer to join our team located in Englewood, CO. In this role, you’ll be responsible for ensuring the successful design, integration, and verification of GA-EMS developed SV constellations with their associated ground and launch systems.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Sr Space Systems Engineer responsible for:
  • Leading design and development of space system, segment and satellite subsystem design, integration and test.
  • Applies systems engineering principles, including requirements development, verification, validation, and interface management.
  • Interfaces with customers during program shaping, CONOPS development, Mission Architecture definition, and requirements derivation activities.
  • Leads analysis and decomposition of system and subsystem requirements, and development of interface control documents.
  • Applies basic technical knowledge to analyze, investigate and resolve assigned routine engineering problems.
  • Prepares technical reports, presentations, and documentation for internal and external stakeholders.
• Collaborate with all levels of program and engineering staff on design, integration and test matters and support other teams/disciplines as necessary.
• Establish collaborative work relationships with peers to ensure synergy across space, ground, and launch.
• Uses traditional and Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) approaches lead and contribute to the development all SE work products which may include:
  • CONOPS
  • System Architecture
  • Requirements and Interface Control Documents
  • Mission and System Analysis
  • Trade Studies
• Opportunities will arise to support internal development and new business opportunities.

We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply.

Job Qualifications

• Typically requires a bachelors degree, masters degree or PhD in engineering or a related technical discipline from an accredited institution and progressive engineering experience as follows; twelve or more years of experience with a bachelors degree, ten or more years of experience with a masters degree, or seven or more years with a PhD. May substitute equivalent engineering experience in lieu of education.
• Must have prior experience in space domain and satellite segment design.
• Demonstrates extensive technical expertise and application of engineering principles, concepts, theory, and practice with the ability to organize, plan, schedule, conduct, and coordinate workloads to meet established deadlines or milestones with some experience in project leadership.
• Strong communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills are required enabling an effective leadership interface with other departments, all levels of management, professional and support staff, customers, potential customers, and government representatives.
• Familiarity with the following tools is desired: Cameo, Magic Draw, DOORS, STK, Atlassian (JIRA, Confluence).
• Customer focused, must be able to work on a self-initiated basis and in a team environment, and able to work extended hours and travel as required.
• Must have active TS clearance and be able to obtain and maintain TS/SCI security clearance.

Job Type: Full-Time Salary

Salary range: 116,480 - 208,505