About this job

Momentus seeks a high performing, experienced, proven Spacecraft Systems Engineer who can work hard with high productivity in a close knit diverse team to lead the systems engineering of flight systems.

Responsibilities

• Manage stakeholders (team, customers, board, subcontractors)
• Manage programmatics (risk, cost, schedule)
• Manage requirements (project level and flow down)
• Technically responsible for success of project
• Lead multidisciplinary studies and trades
• Drive development of our services according to company roadmap
• Manage project team, within Space Vehicles group

Profile

Desired Skills:

• Breadth of technical knowledge encompassing spacecraft systems, subsystems, mission design, and operations
• Skill in spacecraft system and subsystem specification
• Team leadership
• Exceptional communication skills including written, verbal, and presentation
• Project budgeting, scheduling, control and risk management

Desired Experience

• >5 years experience in spacecraft systems engineering
• Direct experience from conception to flight operations
• Outside of LEO an asset
• >100 kg spacecraft an asset
• Work on multiple missions

Nice to Have:

• Embedded Linux and writing drivers for new hardware
• Understanding of space and radiation effects on electronics and mitigation
• Testing and qualifying COTS components for space applications
• Working with and negotiating with electronics vendors

Education

• Master’s degree and 5 years experience or Bachelor’s and 7 years’ experience

Proven ability to produce in high tempo work environments is critical to this role. Strong references and a history of positive working relationships will be key for successful applicant.  A friendly disposition and a proven strong work ethic are also key. This position is open to US citizens and permanent residents.