Principal Systems Engineer (Contract)

AIRBUS U.S. Space & Defense, Inc.

31d•Remote

About The Position

Airbus U.S. is seeking an enthusiastic and creative Principal Systems Engineer to design and analyze new satellite and aerospace systems. The ideal candidate will possess exceptional engineering skills and strong experience in aerospace programs. This role's primary responsibility involves contributing to the development of Airbus U.S.'s satellite systems, with a specific focus on avionics development and integration. The engineer will be engaged in the full development lifecycle, from requirements definition through operations. The position requires an individual eager to learn, grow, and tackle new and potentially unfamiliar challenges in cutting-edge space technology. The Principal Systems Engineer will provide autonomous support for complex assignments, operating under the leadership of the Systems Engineering Manager and Program Chief Engineers, and will hold project and subject matter responsibility and authority.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in STEM (Science, Technical, Engineering, Math) or related scientific areas
A minimum of 15 years with a Bachelor's degree, or 12 years with a Master's degree
Proven track-record of working with aerospace hardware systems, starting from conceptual designs and tradeoffs thru detailed design, development, manufacture, integration, test, deployment, and operations
Familiarity with elements of space mission architectures extending beyond the satellite platform - including launch, flight operations, mission CONOPS, user interfaces, etc.
Familiarity with spacecraft systems engineering software tools, including DOORS
Familiarity with Model-Based Systems Engineering, including SysML
Experience with spacecraft subsystems, including software, electrical power generation and distribution, data handling, attitude control, navigation, and communication
Experience with spacecraft requirements definition and decomposition and requirements verification and validation (e.g. Requirements Verification and Traceability Matrices)
Experience leading and/or performing analyses for affordability, safety, reliability, maintainability, testability, human systems integration, survivability, vulnerability, susceptibility, system security, regulatory, certification, product assurance or other specialties engineering disciplines
Communicate in a clear and concise manner effectively across multiple levels
Be team-minded and ready to work in a multi-functional and multi-cultural, fast-moving and complex/technical environment
Flexible attitude and strong initiative
Demonstrated ability to deliver results
US Citizenship is required
Ability to obtain and maintain a Government security clearance

Nice To Haves

Master's in STEM (Science, Technical, Engineering, Math) or related scientific areas
Active DoD security clearance at Secret or above

Responsibilities

Contributing to the development of Airbus U.S.'s satellite systems with a focus on avionics development and integration
Involved in the full lifecycle of development, from requirements definition through operations
Provide autonomous support of complex assignments, under the leadership of the Systems Engineering Manager and Program Chief Engineers
Have project and subject matter responsibility and authority
Perform systems engineering tasks for Airbus U.S. satellite systems, including the heritage Arrow platform
Requirements development - initial definition, decomposition and flowdown, management
System design and trade studies - high level concept trades to support subsequent detail design
Verification planning and testing - verification matrices, buy-off / sell-off, test planning, etc
Systems Analysis - FMEAs, Critical Items Assessments, Reliability, Technical Budgets
Support the development of system and subsystem level requirements and requirement flow-down to the various components and parts as necessary - in all phases of the development lifecycle
Ability to drive multiple design activities (programs or mission) - could lead to spacecraft, payload, satellite bus, and/or launch integration activities
Demonstrated ability to participate in cross-functional planning, coordination, and task execution situations involving the full spectrum of engineering and integration activities
Support Airbus spacecraft development product roadmap: includes design adjustments, schedule, and cost targets aligned for future business captures
Support the definition of spacecraft customization process for customer mission needs
Perform all the necessary systems engineering activities to build, to maintain and to evolve the Airbus spacecraft products
Promote and optimize cost savings by reuse of the heritage platform designs and manufacturing infrastructures in the pursuit of various constellation prospects
Contribute to company process development, growth, and mentoring