ispace technologies

Senior Systems Engineer

ispace technologies$126K — $189K *
Aerospace & Defense
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's in Aerospace, Mechanical, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or equivalent
  • 8+ years of spacecraft engineering experience; 4+ years systems engineering
  • Strong grasp of systems engineering principles in a fast-paced environment
  • Cross-functional experience with spacecraft and/or launch vehicle subsystems
  • Expertise in at least one spacecraft technical area (e.g., structures, thermal, avionics)
  • Familiar with engineering drawings and configuration management

Responsibilities

  • Lead requirements management and verification planning for spacecraft
  • Coordinate technical reviews and risk identification activities
  • Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to enhance systems engineering tasks
  • Mentor junior engineers and facilitate their technical growth
  • Streamline engineering processes in an agile, multidisciplinary environment
  • Drive design resolutions to minimize operational risks
  • Support technical proposal efforts for new mission opportunities

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health coverage options, including fully paid plans
  • Flexible hybrid work environment
  • Company-provided commuter pass for public transportation
  • Monthly meal stipend for on-site dining
  • Generous paid time off, including vacation and holidays
  • 401(k) plan with matching contributions
  • Travel opportunities for domestic and international projects
  • Participation in stock option program
  • Professional development stipends and learning opportunities
  • Engaging team culture with regular social events
Full Job Description
ispace technologies U.S. is a looking for a highly motivated and talented Senior Systems Engineer to join its Mission Engineering team developing a lunar lander and other lunar spacecraft.

Key Responsibilities

  • Take ownership, lead, and coordinate: Requirements, V&V planning, Technical Budgets, Interfaces, Configuration Management, system-level analysis, trade studies, Risk Management, FDIR, failure, fault, and system reliability management through the entire life cycle of a spacecraft development program
  • Lead efforts across all disciplines in defining Lander ConOps down to subsystem level requirements
  • Lead and coordinate Techncal Reviews, dFMEAs and other failure and risk identification & mitigation activities throughout all phases of the life cycle
  • Lead and collaborate with functional and subsystem teams on systems engineering tasks, trade studies, and seeking opportunities to increase performance
  • Seeks feedback from interdisciplinary teams and experts to ensure program success.
  • Provide technical guidance and direction to the system and subsystem engineering teams
  • Mentor junior systems engineers and guide their technical & career development
  • Help expand the company systems engineering knowledge, provide systems learning opportunities to engineers from other disciplines
  • Lead the development and streamline best in class work processes for engineering and new product development in an agile, multidisciplinary environment
  • Involved in full product lifecycle, ensuring late-stage issues are addressed early in development
  • Lead and perform architecture trade studies and analysis that will influence the overall system design and performance
  • Support technical proposals for new business and mission opportunities
  • Identify and drive design or operational problems to resolution to facilitate reliable and successful operations and reduce technical risk
  • Identify and validate entry and exit criteria at key program lifecycle milestones


Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Aerospace, Mechanical, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or equivalent. We will consider an equivalent combination of relevant education and/or experience
  • Minimum of 8 years' spacecraft engineering experience with 4+ years in spacecraft systems engineering, ideally during several lifecycle phases and at spacecraft level
  • Deep understanding of systems engineering principles and their application in a fast-paced spacecraft development program
  • Cross functional, broad experience with several spacecraft and/or launch vehicle subsystems; including both hardware and software systems
  • Deep expertise in at least one spacecraft technical area (structures, thermal, mechanical, electrical, avionics, GNC, software, etc.)
  • Familiarity with engineering drawings and configuration management


What Makes You Stand Out!

  • Engineering Masters degree with emphasis on systems. We will consider an equivalent combination of relevant education and/or experience
  • Experience in defining requirements and verification plans for spacecraft systems
  • Extensive contributions to the development of a spacecraft, during multiple lifecycle phases
  • Extensive experience in integrated testing and change management
  • Experience performing FMECA, reliability analysis, and/or hazard analysis
  • Experience with common industry standards for spacecraft design, test and integration; including, but not limited to, NASA-STD-5001, NASA-STD-5012, NASA-STD-5017, NASA-STD-5020, SMC-S-005 & SMC-S-016
  • Experience working for Aerospace/Space Prime or sub-contractor strongly preferred
  • Experience in startup environment a plus


$126,000 - $189,000 a year

We welcome candidates with diverse experience levels and evaluate the best fit on an individual basis. Your final job level and salary will be determined based on your skills, experience, and the impact you can bring to the role.
Health Coverage: Competitive medical, vision, and dental plans, with 100% company-paid options available for employees.
Hybrid Work: Flexibility to work remotely and in-office, depending on your role and the stage of our program.
Commuter Perks: Company-paid RTD EcoPass for buses and light rail.
Lunch Perks: Monthly stipend to enjoy meals from our café.
Paid Time Off: 18 vacation days, 6 sick days, and 17 paid holidays.
Retirement: 401(k) plan with company matching.
Travel: Opportunities for domestic and international travel.
Stock Options: Participation in our stock option program.
Learning & Development: Ample opportunities to grow, including lunch-and-learns, skills training, and stipends for professional development.
Team Culture: A fun and casual environment with regular team gatherings, including monthly engagement events to connect and unwind.

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At ispace, we believe that diverse perspectives drive innovation. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and experiences, even if you don't meet every listed requirement. If you're passionate about our mission and think you can contribute, we encourage you to apply. Your unique skills and experiences may be exactly what we need to grow and succeed together.

To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) you 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. Learn more about the ITAR.here.

About ispace technologies

ispace is a private lunar exploration company that designs and develops lunar landers and rovers. The company was founded in 2010 and is headquartered in Tokyo, Japan. ispace aims to provide lunar transportation services to support scientific research, exploration and commercial development of the Moon. The company has raised over $195 million in funding to date and has partnerships with several space agencies and private companies.
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100 employees
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Founded
2010

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