Sr Systems Engineer - (SEIT Lead) Clearance Required

Sierra Space Corporation$143K — $197K *
Aerospace & Defense
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in related field or equivalent experience; Master's degree plus 8 years of experience also acceptable.
  • 10+ years of related experience or Master's degree plus 8 years.
  • Expertise in Systems Engineering principles and the systems development lifecycle.
  • Experience with requirements management, functional requirements parsing, and allocation.
  • Progressive background in systems architecture, integration, and verification.
  • Ability to collaborate effectively with technical and specialty engineers.
  • Current active Secret U.S. Security Clearance required.

Responsibilities

  • Lead specification, architecting, and integration of complex system solutions.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define project requirements and objectives.
  • Oversee derivation, allocation, and management of system requirements and architectures.
  • Define and document system concepts of operation.
  • Conduct milestone reviews and produce necessary artifacts and deliverables.
  • Manage system integration and verification activities for functionality and performance.
  • Identify technical risks and develop mitigation strategies.

Benefits

  • Opportunity for advancement with a focus on team leadership and mentoring.
  • Collaboration with cross-functional teams on complex projects.
  • Engagement in continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Exposure to advanced systems engineering tools and practices.
  • Working in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.
Full Job Description
About the Role
The Sr Systems Engineer SEIT Lead (Systems Engineering Integration and Test) contributes to the development and implementation of advanced system solutions by providing alignment, connection and direction to the technical team throughout the product development lifecycle. The Sr Systems Engineer champions 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 shepherd the team through technical development milestones, track performance measures and identify technical risks to arrive at a compliant and cohesive system solution. The Sr Systems Engineer is a promoter of Systems Engineering principles and has expertise across the major systems engineering skills including requirements management, system architecture development, concept of operation definition, system integration and system verification. The Sr Systems Engineer leads teams to execute systems engineering scope and helps to develop systems thinking in others.

In this role, you will lead the specification, architecting, and integration of complex system solutions while collaborating with cross-functional teams and subject matter experts to understand project requirements and objectives. You will oversee the derivation, decomposition, allocation, tracing, and management of system requirements and architectures, as well as define and document system concepts of operation. Leading development milestone reviews by creating artifacts and deliverables will be a key responsibility, alongside overseeing system integration and verification activities to ensure system functionality and performance. You will identify and manage technical risks, develop mitigation strategies, and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives by identifying areas for enhancement. Adhering to established engineering processes and standards will be essential, and you will communicate effectively with team members and stakeholders to ensure project alignment and successful execution.

About You

Minimum Qualifications:
  • Requires Bachelor's degree in a related field (or equivalent work experience in lieu of degree or Masters +8 yrs experience).
  • Typically 10+ years of related experience (or Masters + 8 years of experience).
  • Demonstrated expertise in Systems Engineering principles and practices, including a comprehensive understanding of the systems development lifecycle.
  • Progressive experience across the system development lifecycle, including requirements management, functional requirements parsing, derivation, and allocation.
  • Progressive experience developing systems architecture and performing systems integration, verification, and validation (V&V) activities.
  • Demonstrated ability to work and communicate with technical and specialty subject matter expert engineers to drive systems engineering products.
  • An active Secret U.S. Security Clearance is required


Preferred Qualifications:
  • Master's degree in Engineering, Physics, or a related field.
  • Extensive experience with Requirements Management and Model Based Systems Engineering tools and frameworks, such as DOORS, CAMEO EA, Rhapsody, Matlab, and SysML.
  • Strong understanding of spacecraft systems, including hardware and software subsystems and components.
  • Strong understanding of project management methodologies including risk management and technical performance tracking.
  • Strong understanding of technical baseline and configuration management.
  • Proven experience in leading projects and mentoring junior and mid-level engineers.
  • Experience or certification in INCOSE standards.
  • Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
  • Ability to adapt to a fast-paced and dynamic work environment.


Compensation:

Pay Range:
$143,700.00 - $197,608.50

Your actual base compensation will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on job-related knowledge and skills, education, experience, internal equity and market competitiveness.

IMPORTANT NOTICE:

This position requires current/active Secret U.S. Security Clearance. U.S. Citizenship status is required as this position needs an active U.S. Security Clearance for employment. Non-U.S. Citizens may not be eligible to obtain a security clearance. The Department of Defense Consolidated Adjudications Facility (DoD CAF), a federal government agency, handles the adjudicative aspects of the security clearance eligibility process for industry applicants. Adjudicative factors which affect the outcome of the eligibility determination include, but are not limited to, allegiance to the U.S., foreign influence, foreign preference, criminal conduct, security violations and illegal drug use.

About Sierra Space Corporation

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Joining Sierra Space Corporation presents an unparalleled opportunity to become part of a leading team of professionals dedicated to pioneering innovations in the aerospace sector. As one of the most forward-thinking companies in space technology, Sierra Space Corporation offers a variety of job opportunities that cater to a spectrum of skills and experiences.

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Innovation is at the heart of Sierra Space Corporation. The team is tasked with developing advanced technologies that redefine possibilities in space exploration and satellite technology. Employees are encouraged to bring creative solutions and innovative thinking to the table every day.

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For students and recent graduates, Sierra Space Corporation offers robust internship programs that provide hands-on experience in aerospace technology and business operations. Internships are a gateway to full-time employment and a great way to build a resume while learning from seasoned professionals.

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Sierra Space Corporation is renowned for its inclusive culture and comprehensive benefits package designed to support the well-being and financial security of every team member. Benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance, as well as unique perks like flexible working conditions and family leave options.

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