Systems Engineer

• The Systems Engineer I contributes to the development and implementation of advanced system solutions by providing alignment and connection to the technical team throughout the product development lifecycle
• The Systems Engineer I represents the viewpoint of the integrated whole during system development and works to glue segments and subsystems together via top-down decomposition of stakeholder requirements, traceability through development artifacts, and bottom-up validation and verification of the system
• They help to shepherd the team through technical development milestones, track performance measures and identify technical risks to arrive at a compliant and cohesive system solution
• The Systems Engineer I should have a basic understanding of Systems Engineering principles as they build expertise on specific systems engineering skills such as requirements management, system architecture development, concept of operation definition, system integration and system verification
• In this role, you will specify, architect, and integrate complex system solutions while collaborating with cross-functional teams to understand project requirements and objectives
• You will derive, decompose, allocate, trace, and manage system requirements and architectures to ensure alignment with project goals
• Additionally, you will support development milestone reviews by creating artifacts and deliverables, and participate in system integration and verification activities to ensure system functionality and performance
• Identifying and managing technical risks and developing mitigation strategies will be a key aspect of your responsibilities, as will adhering to established engineering processes and standards
• Furthermore, you will communicate effectively with team members and stakeholders to ensure project alignment and successful execution
• Our mission is driven by an unyielding commitment to advancing space-based technology in service of our customers and safeguarding national security. We seek individuals who are passionate about innovating beyond boundaries and relentlessly pursuing solutions that protect, preserve and empower – to join us in this critical mission

Benefits

• Medical Coverage: We offer two comprehensive medical plans, a PPO and an HDHP, designed to prioritize the well-being of our team members
• Dental Coverage: HMO and PPO dental plans are aimed at promoting optimal oral health and reducing costs
• Vision Coverage: Our vision plan offers access to a wide range of in-network and out-of-network providers
• Flexible Spending Accounts: Maximize savings and use pre-tax dollars to pay for medical and dependent care expenses
• Health Savings Account: This tax-advantaged savings account allows team members to set aside pre-tax funds to cover qualified medical expenses
• Life and AD&D Insurance: Comprehensive Basic and Supplemental Life and Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D) insurance offers financial protection to your family
• Disability Insurance: Short-term and long-term disability insurance provides wage replacement should you suffer a disability that prevents you from working
• 401K Profit Sharing Plan: Employees may contribute 1% to 100% of base salary up to the annual IRS maximum. Employer match provided with a 5-year vesting schedule
• Employee Assistance Program: Confidential service available 24/7 that provides assessment, counseling, resources and referrals to employees
• Professional Development / Educational Reimbursement Plan: Reimbursement for undergraduate and graduate tuition, books and fees.- Basic knowledge and understanding of systems design and development principles
• Ability to work in a team and follow instructions from senior engineers
• Requires Bachelor’s degree in a related field (or equivalent work experience in lieu of degree)
• Typically entry-level 0 - 2 years of experience
• Ability to clearly communicate verbally and in writing
• Experience with Requirements Management and Model Based Systems Engineering tools, such as DOORS, CAMEO EA, Rhapsody, Matlab, and SysML
• Practical understanding of Systems Engineering principles and practices, including a basic understanding of the systems development lifecycle
• Experience with risk management, technical performance tracking, systems integration, and system verification and validation
• Familiarity with technical baseline and configuration management
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
• Experience or certification in INCOSE standards
• Participated in 2026 SS Intern Academy
• Ability to adapt to a fast-paced and dynamic work environment- This role will remain posted until a qualified pool of candidates is identified