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Spacecraft Systems Engineer

Spacecraft Systems Engineer

Turion SpaceIrvine, CA, US
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Location

Irvine HQ

Employment Type

Full time

Location Type

On-site

Department

Systems Engineering

Compensation

  • $140K – $180K

Base salary will vary depending on job-related knowledge, education, skills, experience, business needs, and market demand. Salary is just one component of our comprehensive compensation package. Full-time employees also receive company equity, as well as access to a full suite of compelling benefits and perks.

The Senior Spacecraft Systems Engineer will be responsible for designing, developing, and testing of critical whole spacecraft systems and subsystems. This role involves working on all phases of a satellite's product lifecycle, from proposal and concept through initial and final design to testing and final operations. The Senior Spacecraft Systems Engineer will work to ensure that all the realized system meets the desired function, performance, and reliability of the mission at hand.

Key Responsibilities

  • Push the technical design for critical satellite programs forward
  • Derivation and maintenance of system requirements to ensure mission success
  • Working with internal and external stakeholders to define mission ConOps
  • Development of subsystem budgets
  • Test planning for verification activities
  • Collaboration with the multi-disciplinary experts
  • Basic Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Aerospace Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineering, or a related field
  • 6+ years of experience in spacecraft systems engineering, Spacecraft design, or a related field, with hands-on experience in satellite design and integration.
  • Fully product lifecycle experience : Initial concept design, preliminary design, manufacturing, testing, and operations
  • Previous experience with the derivation and maintenance of requirements from a system level down to a lower level
  • Ability to create system level budgets (mass, power, dV, pointing, link, etc.) and track the budget throughout the project lifecycle
  • Must be able to obtain a Secret and / or a TS / SCI clearance.
  • Preferred Qualifications

  • 8+ years of experience in spacecraft systems engineering, Spacecraft design, or a related field, with hands-on experience in satellite design and integration.
  • Experience with satellite analysis tools such as Python, Matlab, STK, GMAT, or FreeFlyer
  • Experience with requirement management tools such as Jama
  • Previous experience in a startup work environment
  • ITAR Requirements :

    This position may include access to technology and / or software source code that is subject to U.S. export controls. To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.

    Benefits :

    We offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits package designed to support the well-being and professional growth of our employees. In addition to a competitive base salary and company stock, determined by factors such as job-related knowledge, education, skills, experience, and market demand, full-time employees are eligible for :

  • Health Insurance
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and their dependents.

  • Retirement Plans
  • Access to a 401(k) plan to help you plan for your future.

  • Paid Time Off
  • Generous vacation days, personal days, and holidays to ensure you have time to recharge.

  • Professional Development
  • Opportunities for ongoing training, workshops, and courses to advance your skills and career growth.

  • Team Building Activities
  • Regular social events, team outings, and company-sponsored activities to foster a positive work environment.

    We are dedicated to providing a supportive and enriching environment for our team members, recognizing that our collective success is built upon the well-being and satisfaction of each individual.

    Turion Space is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with Turion Space is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin / ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.

    Compensation Range : $140K - $180K

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