Space Principal/ Sr. Principal Launch and Operations Systems Engineer
$108,800–$203,600 year
On-site · Rolling Meadows, Illinois, United States
Job Summary
Lead rapid integration of complex ground software to prepare for delivery to Spacecraft Operations end users. Develop and rapidly implement procedures and scripts to use ground software, data inputs, simulators, and hardware-in-the-loop. Train ground operators and lead development and SIL checkout of activation procedures. Requires strong interpersonal skills, experience with end-user engagement, and the ability to briefing technical results to customers. Travel up to 20%. Primary and Senior Principal Roles: candidate may be hired as Principal Systems Engineer (level 3) or Senior Principal Systems Engineer (level 4) based on qualifications.
Required Qualifications
- BS or MS in Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Physics or related technical degree
- Active U.S. Government DoD Top Secret security clearance with SCI access
- 5+ years (Principal Systems Engineer) or 8+ years (Senior Principal) of engineering experience as applicable
- Proficiency in Python and MATLAB
- Experience in integration, testing, and end-user engagement with spacecraft ground systems
- Ability to travel up to 20%
- Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams and communicate technical results to customers
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