Mission Systems Engineer

The Aerospace Corporation

El Segundo, CA, United States
Base: $100,300.00 - $175,900.00; bonus/equity: not...
On-site
Systems engineering lifecycle
Prototype development experience
Mission concept development
The Aerospace Corporation is seeking a Mission Systems Engineer to work on prototype development and systems integration in a hands-on role within their xLab organization. This position requires a strong technical background in systems engineering and offers competitive compensation along with a comprehensive benefits package

Job Summary

  • Lead systems engineering efforts for prototype development, from concept through integration and testing, in a small, dynamic team environment.
  • Serve as the Systems Engineer/Integrator for systems that combine Aerospace payloads and commercial small satellite buses.
  • Oversee integration, test, and delivery, ensuring system readiness and performance through functional checkout, environmental testing, spacecraft commissioning, and mission operations.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 85

The Aerospace Corporation is seeking a Mission Systems Engineer to work on prototype development and systems integration in a hands-on role within their xLab organization. This position requires a strong technical background in systems engineering and offers competitive compensation along with a comprehensive benefits package.

Salary

Base: $100,300.00 - $175,900.00; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Not specified

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Systems engineering lifecycle
  • Prototype development experience
  • Mission concept development
  • Requirements flow-down
  • Technology maturation
  • Hands-on lab work

Nice-to-have

  • Leading multidisciplinary teams
  • Advanced technology demonstration systems
  • Space security programs
  • Collaborative Integrated Product Team

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in engineering, physics, or related technical field
  • 5 years of experience in prototype development or technology insertion
  • 8 years of total experience (for Engineering Specialist)
  • Current Secret clearance with ability to upgrade to TS/SCI

Work Rights

Secret clearance required

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