Systems Architect Engineer

Momentus Space•San Jose, CA

22h•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a Systems Architect Engineer to support solution conceptualization and development for our next generation of advanced spacecraft. The ideal candidate should be accustomed to working in a fast-paced environment and enjoys working on high-level design, planning, and definition of complex systems.

Requirements

Experience in modeling and simulation, computational physics, and/or multidisciplinary optimization
Experience with Python, MATLAB/Simulink, Julia, Fortran, and/or C++
Ability to work independently
Excellent technical communications skills
Good written and verbal communication skills
Advanced degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineering, or a closely related discipline
+7 years relevant experience
U.S. citizenship, U.S. legal permanent resident status, or protected person status under 8 U.S.C. § 1324b(a)(3) is required.

Nice To Haves

Experience with spacecraft design, manufacture, and/or operations
Experience with developing and scaling complex simulations in either cloud or cluster computing environments
Experience with orbital mechanics and trajectory optimization
Familiarity with STK, FreeFlyer, or similar software
Familiarity with industry standard software development practices.
Previous experience working on DoD and other USG development and deployment programs
Ability to hold and maintain a USG Security Clearance

Responsibilities

Analyze technical trade-offs of system and subsystem-level solutions and explore solution alternatives
Develop and maintain system models within a Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) framework
Participate in defining solution roadmaps and requirements
Provide technical leadership for spacecraft conceptual design
Work closely with product managers, solution architects, and other engineers to validate customer, market, and technical assumptions