Spacecraft Systems Engineer

Description:  Experienced spacecraft systems engineer to support requirements definition and overall ?cradle-to-grave? systems engineering for spacecraft and space hardware technology development programs.  Individual will support a small and energetic multidisciplinary integrated product team in the design, development, integration, test, launch, and mission operations for science focused spaceflight missions and similar projects.  This is a growth position, with leadership responsibility, also supporting Sequoia?s business development objectives.  Compensation includes a very competitive salary commensurate with expe4rience, and a comprehensive benefits package (medical, dental, vision, retirement plan and stock purchase plan).



Qualifications:  B.S. Degree or higher in mechanical, electrical or aerospace engineering and 4+ years of experience in spacecraft systems engineering, or a combination of experience as a lead engineer for two or more major spacecraft subsystems.  Full spacecraft development life-cycle experience (design, manufacturing, integration, launch, and flight).  In-depth knowledge in requirements flow and traceability (system-to-subsystem-to-unit/component level).  Experience preparing requirements documents, specifications, and interface control documents (ICD?s).  Working knowledge and understanding of major spacecraft subsystems, including RF communications, attitude determination and control, power, flight software, avionics, and propulsion.  Experience in establishing procedures for and maintaining systems budgets (mass, power, pointing, etc).  Understanding of spacecraft launch and on-orbit environments.  Ability to work independently and with a minimum of supervision to complete challenging tasks on budget and within schedule constraints.  Knowledge of configuration management practices, especially for flight hardware.  U.S. Citizenship and possess (or ability to obtain) a U.S. Government Security Clearance.



Desired but not required:  Experience using DOORS or similar software packages in support of requirements management.  Understanding of the space radiation environment, and its impact on space electronics design.  Experience estimating radiation environments as a plus!  Spacecraft integration and test experience, establishing test requirements, and reviewing test data.  Knowledge of space hardware qualification testing practices and standards. 

 

Note:  Any applicant will need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified materials.

 

To apply, email your resume to: ssg_resumes@sequoia-tech.com ,

with the subject 06-001.

 

 

Company Information

Sequoia Technologies is a rapidly growing small company that was built on manufacturing of high precision motion control systems for DoD Space and commercial applications. We have successfully commercialized space technology based on Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) contracts ( http://www.mda.mil/mdalink/pdf/54_sum05.pdf).

 

Our newest division, the Space Systems Group located in Albuquerque, NM provides Systems Engineering, Integration & Test, Project Management, Mission Operations, Launch Vehicle Integration, Launch Operations, and Mission Operations services to DoD and Commercial Space customers.