We build space simulation and analytics solutions to bring clarity to complex environments and create a safer world.
Space Systems Engineer
Location
United States + 1 moreAll locations: United States | United Kingdom
Posted
3 days ago
Salary
$90K - $130K / year
Seniority
Mid Level
No structured requirement data.
Job Description
Space Systems Engineer
Slingshot Aerospace
Role Description As a Space Systems Engineer, you will play a crucial role in defining and designing technical capabilities to address the unique challenges and requirements of applications ranging from space domain awareness to space education and training, and space intelligence. You will also collaborate closely with Technology, growth, and sales teams, as well as clients and other stakeholders, to develop scalable, robust, and high-performance solutions. - Support the design and architecture of technical solutions for space domain applications. - Analyze and define functional, non-functional, and business requirements to inform solution designs. - Provide technical guidance to multi-disciplinary delivery teams throughout the solution development lifecycle. - Engage with clients, vendors, and internal stakeholders to understand the customer’s technical requirements. - Conduct workshops, presentations, and demonstrations to showcase proposed designs and gain stakeholder buy-in. - Identify potential technical risks and challenges associated with solution development and implementation. - Work closely with the Slingshot product team to shape the technical roadmap and vision for capability development. - Hold development teams accountable for meeting technical objectives and provide regular updates to management. - Seamlessly communicate technical progress, challenges, and achievements to customers, management, and other stakeholders. - Support the growth and product teams in drafting technical content relevant to new business capture opportunities. - Execute all position responsibilities in alignment with Slingshot’s core values, mission, and purpose. - Form trusted working relationships with customers, end users, business partners, and fellow Slingshooters. Qualifications - Must have an active DoD Secret security clearance. - 6+ years of experience in senior engineering technical leadership roles, preferably in the space industry. - Bachelor’s Degree with a major in Engineering, Aerospace, or STEM with a strong focus on astrodynamics, space systems, modeling and simulation, and model-based systems engineering or relevant field. - Technical expertise in space systems, systems engineering, and software development. - Proficiency in project management methodologies (e.g. Agile, Scrum, Kanban, or equivalent). - Demonstrated ability to execute technical roadmaps, manage project risks, and drive results in a fast-paced environment. - Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to communicate technical concepts effectively to both technical and non-technical audiences. - Deeply experienced with technical writing, presentation skills, and stakeholder engagement. - Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to think critically and analytically. - Proven track record of delivering complex technical projects on time and within budget. - Demonstrated requirements management and verification methodology expertise. - Notable success with classified execution. Requirements - Advanced degree (M.S. or Ph.D.) in Aerospace Engineering with a strong focus on astrodynamics, space systems, modeling and simulation, and model-based systems engineering. - Demonstrated work experience in space flight applications. - Experience in product development. - Proficiency with system of systems design and execution. - Active DoD TS security clearance. Benefits - Remote work options available. - Salary range: $90,000-$130,000. - Full-time classification.
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