Systems Engineer III - Mission Systems

Sierra Space•Louisville, CO

1d•$119,064 - $163,713•Onsite

About The Position

Sierra Space is looking for a Systems Engineer III - Mission Systems supporting spacecraft IT systems and ground segment, to join our Mission Systems team. The role is centered around working on requirements, verification and certification of mission control centers, IT systems, infrastructure, and networking. The candidate will also train to become a certified flight controller (GC - Ground Control) and will play an active role during the upcoming first flight of the Dream Chaser spacecraft. 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.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science degree in System Engineering or related discipline and typically 5 or more years of relevant experience. Relevant experience may count towards degree requirement
Relevant advanced degree may count towards required years of experience
Experience with VMware, Docker, python, RF, Cisco switches, and Palo Alto Firewalls
Experience with command and telemetry software (InControl & Amergint | ARKA)
Proficient with Linux and Windows operating systems
Experience in IT system & network administration, data management, software configuration, and real-time mission support
Practical knowledge of engineering principles and practices
Experience working in multi-disciplinary design and development teams
Knowledge of requirements management, functional requirements parsing, derivation, and allocation; systems design, systems integration, technical risk identification and management strategies, and Verification and Validation (V&V) principles
This position is based on site at our Louisville location
Must pass NASA background check and maintain NASA clearance

Nice To Haves

Experience in real-time operations, spacecraft ground systems, and control center operations
Experience managing IT applications, systems, and networking
Experience with requirements management and system modelling tools, such as DOORS, Rhapsody, NoMagic, MATLAB
Practical knowledge of industry standard mechanical design principles, to include, but not limited to requirements management, Model Based System Engineering (MBSE)
Knowledge of ground to space communication systems and control center development
Proficiency in Jira and Confluence
Experience or certification in INCOSE standards
Background in the Aerospace and Defense Industry
Ability to administer baseline definition and maturation in a complex development setting, including the use of high impact trade studies and other measures
Exposure to establishing and tracking key Technical Performance Measurements (TPM)

Responsibilities

Design, integrate, test, and maintain Mission IT systems, infrastructure, and networks
Develop and certify Mission Systems, including requirement verification and validation
Create test plans, conduct testing, and provide user training and support
Develop documentation for design, operations, and training
Refine operational concepts and processes
Support real-time missions and pre mission simulations
Flight Operations end user support
Perform general systems engineering and integration tasks
Work closely with NASA during all mission preparation and planning
The ability to obtain and maintain a Secret, or higher, U.S. Security Clearance may be required