Spacecraft Systems Engineer

Voyager Technologies, Inc.

$110K — $140K *
Aerospace & Defense
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Experience in systems engineering, thermal design, avionics, power systems, propulsion, communication, flight software, mission management, trajectory analysis, and risk management.
  • Strong understanding of space and launch vehicle environments.
  • BS in Aerospace Engineering, Systems Engineering, or related fields.
  • Minimum 3 years in space mission experience; advanced degrees may substitute for experience.

Responsibilities

  • Develop designs for lunar landers and space systems.
  • Manage concept of operations and system requirements through the program lifecycle.
  • Provide guidance to engineering teams on technical matters.
  • Collaborate with the systems engineering team and key partners.
  • Formulate technical documentation and integration plans for external organizations.
  • Serve as a liaison between partner engineers and internal teams.
  • Assist in preparing technical proposals for new missions.

Benefits

  • Flexible Time Off (FTO) for work-life balance.
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and families, with many costs covered by the company.
  • Flexible gym memberships with numerous options nationwide and free on-demand workouts.
  • 401(k) with 50% company match, supporting financial security.
  • Wellness programs focused on physical and mental health.
  • Additional support resources available for employees.
Full Job Description
Job Summary

Voyager Technologies is seeking a Spacecraft Systems Engineer to support the technical development, testing, and operation of the company's lunar landers and space systems. This position will support the system engineering development process and be a source of technical guidance to all subsystems. This position reports to the Systems Engineering Manager. An ideal candidate for this role would be capable of supporting and/or leading a program's systems engineering team.

Job responsibilities:
  • Design development for a lunar lander and/or other space-based system
  • Managing the concept of operations, mission and system requirements, design configuration, technical budgets, launch vehicle requirements, fault management, interface control, V&V planning, and technical risk and mitigation plan identification, through the entire life cycle of the program
  • Provide technical guidance and direction to the system and subsystem engineering teams
  • Work side-by-side with the systems engineering team, Mission Director, and key partners and customers
  • Support the technical formulation of Interface Definition Documents, Interface Control Documents, integration plans, operation plans for partner and/or payload organizations
  • Serve as a primary point of contact between the partner and/or payload engineers
  • Support technical proposals for new business and mission opportunities
  • Prepare and deliver technical documentation and reports
  • Lead technical presentations and/or demonstrations
  • Communicate with multiple engineering disciplines, partners, and customers to resolve technical risks and challenges

Required Qualifications
  • Demonstrated experience in multiple of the following areas: systems engineering, structure/thermal design and analysis, avionics systems, power systems, propulsion system, communication systems, flight software, mission management, S&MA, trajectory analysis, launch vehicle constraints, risk management, and system configuration management
  • Strong understanding of space and launch vehicle mission environments
  • BS degree in Aerospace Engineering, Systems Engineering or other related fields.
  • Minimum 3 years of relevant space mission experience. Advanced degrees may additionally be considered in lieu of professional experience.

Desired Qualifications
  • Experience developing space systems, from feasibility studies through flight and mission operations
  • Demonstrated experience leading engineering teams
  • Knowledge of Human-rated space systems
  • Knowledgeable of System V&V planning
  • Knowledgeable of Range Safety compliance
  • Knowledgeable of EMI/EMC specifications and verification methods
  • Knowledgeable of Model Based Systems Engineering
  • Mission Operations experience with space systems or similar

The good faith base salary range is $110,000-$140,000 at the time of this posting. Where you fall within the range depends on your experience, skills, and location. This range reflects base salary only and does not include benefits or bonus/incentive. This range may be adjusted in the future.

Voyager offers a highly competitive total compensation package designed to support the well-being, growth, and success of our employees. Employees benefit from a flexible and comprehensive rewards program that supports both professional and personal well-being.
  • Flexible Time Off (FTO), empowering employees to take the time they need to recharge and maintain a healthy work-life balance
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and their families, with a significant portion of premiums covered by the company and many benefits paid at 100% for employees
  • Flexible, affordable gym memberships with 12,700+ options nationwide, including 24 Hour Fitness, EoS Fitness, Crunch Fitness, Anytime Fitness, Blink Fitness, Chuze Fitness, and more! No long-term contracts and FREE on-demand workout videos before you enroll
  • 401(k) retirement plan with a 50% company match on contributions up to 8%, supporting long-term financial security
  • Company wellness programs that support physical and mental well-being
  • Additional voluntary benefits and employee support resources
  • The opportunity to work alongside a highly talented team in an innovative, mission-driven environment

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