Systems Engineer III

Sierra Space Careers: Dare to Dream

About the Role

 Sierra Space is looking for a Systems Engineer III with a focus on Linux and Docker administration, systems engineering and IT, particularly in spacecraft ground systems, to join the Flight Operations – Mission Systems team. The role is centered around working on requirements, verification and certification of mission control centers, IT systems, infrastructure, and networking. The candidate will also become a certified flight controller (GC - Ground Control).

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. 

Key Responsibilities: 

• Design, integrate, test, and maintain Mission IT systems, infrastructure, and networks
• Develop and certify Mission Systems, including requirement verification and validation
• Create test plans, conduct testing, and provide user training and support
• Develop documentation for design, operations, and training
• Refine operational concepts and processes  
• Support real-time missions and pre mission simulations 
• Perform general systems engineering and integration tasks
• Work closely with NASA during all mission preparation and planning 
• The ability to obtain and maintain a Secret, or higher, U.S. Security Clearance is required

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor of Science degree in System Engineering or related discipline and typically 5 or more years of relevant experience. Relevant experience may count towards degree requirement
• Relevant advanced degree may count towards required years of experience
• Linux expertise
• Practical knowledge of engineering principles and practices
• Experience working in multi-disciplinary design and development teams
• Knowledge 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
• Must pass NASA background check and maintain NASA clearance 

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in real-time operations, spacecraft ground systems, and control center operations
• Experience managing IT applications, systems and networking 
• Experience with requirements management and system modelling tools, such as DOORS, Rhapsody, NoMagic, MATLAB
• Practical knowledge of industry standard mechanical design principles, to include, but not limited to requirements management, Model Based System Engineering (MBSE)
• Knowledge of ground to space communication systems and control center development
• Proficiency in Jira and Confluence
• Familiarity with VMware, Docker, command and telemetry systems, RF, Cisco switches, and Palo Alto Firewalls
• Proficient with Linux and Windows operating systems
• Experience in IT system & network administration, data management, software configuration, and real-time mission support
• Experience or certification in INCOSE standards
• Background in the Aerospace and Defense Industry
• Ability to administer baseline definition and maturation in a complex development setting, including the use of high impact trade studies and other measures
• Exposure to establishing and tracking key Technical Performance Measurements (TPM)

COMPENSATION

Pay Range:

$116,160.00 - $159,720.00

Your actual base compensation will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on job-related knowledge and skills, education, experience, internal equity and market competitiveness. 

Physical/Mental/Emotional Requirements:

• Frequently walk, sit, stand, climb stairs and steps

• Frequently repeat same hand, arm, and finger motion many times to include finger and hand dexterity

• Rarely lifting or carrying up to 20 lbs.

Working Conditions:

• Rarely exposed to outdoor elements (high/low temperatures, sun, rain/snow, etc.)

• Rarely exposed to fumes or hazardous chemicals/materials

• Rarely exposed to loud noises

IMPORTANT NOTICE:

This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a Secret, or higher, U.S. Security Clearance. U.S. Citizenship status is required as this position needs an active U.S. Security Clearance for employment. Non-U.S. citizens may not be eligible to obtain a security clearance.  The Department of Defense Consolidated Adjudications Facility (DoD CAF), a federal government agency, handles the adjudicative aspects of the security clearance eligibility process for industry applicants. Adjudicative factors which affect the outcome of the eligibility determination include, but are not limited to, allegiance to the U.S., foreign influence, foreign preference, criminal conduct, security violations and illegal drug use.

At Sierra Space we are at the very doorstep of unlocking the future and the work in front of us is hard, but it is truly important and meaningful. Achieving our mission requires dedication, relentless pursuit of a dream and an unwavering passion for pushing the boundaries to accomplish what others might believe to be impossible. We seek those who too, Dare to Dream and will join us in a pursuit to achieve the extraordinary.

Application Deadline: This role will remain posted until a qualified pool of candidates is identified.

Please note: Sierra Space does not accept unsolicited resumes from contract agencies or search firms. Any unsolicited resumes submitted to our website or to Sierra Space team members not through our approved vendor list or Talent Acquisition will be considered property of Sierra Space, and we will not be obligated to pay any referral fees.

Sierra Space Corporation is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you need special assistance or a reasonable accommodation related to applying for employment with Sierra Space or at any stage of the recruitment process, please contact us.