Sr. Systems Engineer – Command and Data Handling
Description
Be more than just an employee number! Join Terran Orbital, a leader in innovation, manufacturing, and operations in the satellite industry. We are a pioneer in the miniaturization of space technologies and the delivery of responsive space solutions. We are a unique, fast-growing, and trusted team focused on quickly and economically designing, building, launching, and operating state-of-the-art satellites for advanced mission constellations.
Terran Orbital is seeking an experienced Sr. Systems Engineer – Command and Data Handling to join our growing team. Reporting to the Product Director, the Sr. Systems Engineer will support the Command Data Handling engineering team in the development, analysis, and definition of spacecraft modules.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
Use technical expertise to define and manage Command and Data Handling (C&DH) subsystem module specifications, interface control documents, and concept of operations. Work with the Spacecraft development team to define Terran Orbital standard platform C&DH requirements. Develop product data sheets, product manuals, product interface documentation, test plans and verification/qualification plan. Sustaining engineering for units in build and post-delivery support.
Qualifications and Skills:
- BS or MS in Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering or a related discipline
- 5+ years of experience in systems engineering or similar disciplines related to spacecraft and modules
- Familiarity with satellite systems, subsystems & modules
- Experience with satellite program lifecycles, development flows, test events, and verification and validation
- Experience with requirements development, derivation, decomposition and traceability
- Experience with trade studies
- Excellent communication skills and ability to work effectively in a team
Desired Experience:
- Experience with product and post-delivery sustaining support of products
- Experience with development of space-qualified electronics
- Experience with system architecture design for reliability, reusability, and scalability
- Experience with production integration and on-orbit troubleshooting and support
- Familiarity with satellite system budgets including mass, power, and link budgets
- Familiarity with worst-case circuit analysis, fault tree analysis, and component derating analysis
- Familiarity with MATLAB, Python, and SolidWorks
Benefits:
- 100% Company-paid comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your dependents
- Employee Equity Incentive Program
- 401(k) Match
- Unlimited PTO
Salary Range $130,000-$180,000
Your actual level and base salary will be determined case-by-case and may vary based on the job-related qualification, knowledge, skills, education, and experience. In addition to base salary, we offer equity for each employee, 100% covered medical, dental, and vision coverage, a 401(k) match, unlimited flex time off, covered life insurance, maternity and paternity leave, tuition reimbursement, employee referrals, and lots of swag!
About Terran Orbital
Terran Orbital is a leading manufacturer of satellite products primarily serving the aerospace and defense industries. Terran Orbital provides end-to-end satellite solutions by combining satellite design, production, launch planning, mission operations, and on-orbit support to meet the needs of the most demanding military, civil, and commercial customers. Learn more at www.terranorbital.com
Physical Demands
An employee must meet the physical demands described to perform the essential functions of this job successfully. In performing the duties of this job, the employee is routinely required to sit or stand for long durations of time, in addition to bending, reaching, and walking. This would require the ability to lift or move objects up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift or move objects up to 25 pounds. This position is generally sedentary, with substantial computer usage.
Work Environment
The job operates in a professional office environment but in a manufacturing company. This job routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, and scanners.
Disclaimers
To comply with U.S. Government space technology export regulations, the applicant must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. In addition, please note that this position may require a current United States National Security clearance or eligibility for such a clearance.
Terran Orbital is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We consider applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or membership in any other group protected by federal, state, or local law.
If you need assistance or accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at [email protected].