Sierra Space Careers: Dare to Dream

We honor those that are not afraid to dream big dreams, those that tenaciously chase their dreams even when others say it cannot be done, those that achieve big dreams and change everything. Those are Dreams Worth Chasing.

At Sierra Space we envision a future where humanity lives and works in space, on moons, and on distant planets. Our mission isn't restricted to the few, instead we see a future where all people can choose to live, work, discover and explore beyond our planet. Our company is building a platform in space to benefit life on Earth and together we will alter the course of humanity.

We have a bold mission. We are a bold company. Together, we are an extraordinary team.

About the RoleAre you a bold thinker? We dream big at Sierra Space-advocating the exploration of space, keeping service members safe and creating the systems that keep our world united and sustain our way of living. Join our team! As a Systems Engineer, you will be using your skills and expertise to research, architect, model, simulate, test, certify and improve cutting edge products and services. You'll be developing complex system architectures within contextual modeling platforms, ushering them from operational concept through preliminary and detailed design, simulation, and test using progressive tools. As a cross-functional engineer, you are in charge of system-level ownership of new products and processes through the product lifecycle.

Sierra Space is seeking a Sr. Systems Engineer - Ground Segment Lead to join our expanding Orbital Mission Systems team. The Ground Segment Lead will be part of the Ground Integrated Product Team (IPT) and head a team of engineers as they specify, integrate and test a ground control element for a novel space platform. The successful candidate should possess deep knowledge of ground control elements for spacecraft, vehicle to ground interfaces, and commercial and government terrestrial control, communication, and data networks. The candidate should demonstrate familiarity with commercial and government GEPs, SATCOM networks, mission control facilities and software to perform effective make-buy trades that enable rapid development to cost.

About You Our mission is driven by the unwavering passion to push the boundaries of what is possible. We seek those who Dare to Dream - to envision the extraordinary and pursue it relentlessly - to join us on this transformational journey.

We're looking for dreamers who align with our values, vision and audacious goals - while also meeting the minimum qualifications below. The preferred qualifications are a bonus, not a requirement.

Job duties will include:

Deriving Ground Segment requirements and interfaces, developing segment CONOPS, performing technical trades, leading segment-level technical design efforts, and delivering an effective Ground Segment.

Communication of Ground Segment technical products to peers, leadership and customers in electronic, presented and documented forms.

Drafting supplier SOWs, specifications and managing suppliers in concert with the supply chain management team as required.

Integration of ground software and hardware into SoftSat and FlatSat environments.

Leading ground segment V&V activities.

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's of Science degree in System Engineering or related discipline and typically 10 or more years of relevant experience

Demonstrated knowledge of engineering principles and practices

Experience working in multi-disciplinary design and development teams

Thorough understanding of requirements management, functional requirements parsing, derivation, and allocation; systems design, systems integration, technical risk identification and management strategies, and Verification and Validation (V&V) principles

An active Top Secret with SCI eligibility U.S. Security Clearance is required

Preferred Qua ifications:

Typically 4-6 years of relevant experience in a team leadership role, especially in ground segment development.

Master's degree or higher in related field of study.

Broad knowledge of commercial and government GEPs, SATCOM and terrestrial networks, mission control facilities and software.

Specific knowledge of government networks for spacecraft control, such as USSF SCN or SC2.

Familiarity with the Risk Management Framework and US Government cybersecurity requirements for ground system architectures and software... For full info follow application link.

At Sierra Space, our mission is to dream, innovate, inspire and empower the next generation to transform humanity through technology and imagination.