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Sierra Space Corporation Principal Ground Systems Engineer (Clearance Required) in Louisville, Colorado

Sierra Space Careers: Dare to Dream

We honor those that are not afraid to dream big dreams, those that tenaciously chase their dreams even when others say it cannot be done, those that achieve big dreams and change everything. Those are Dreams Worth Chasing.

At Sierra Space we envision a future where humanity lives and works in space, on moons, and on distant planets. Our mission isn't restricted to the few, instead we see a future where all people can choose to live, work, discover and explore beyond our planet. Our company is building a platform in space to benefit life on Earth and together we will alter the course of humanity.

We have a bold mission. We are a bold company. Together, we are an extraordinary team.

About the RoleAre you a bold thinker? We dream big at Sierra Space-advocating the exploration of space, keeping service members safe and creating the systems that keep our world united and sustain our way of living. Join our team! As a Systems Engineer, you will be using your skills and expertise to research, architect, model, simulate, test, certify and improve cutting edge products and services. You'll be developing complex system architectures within contextual modeling platforms, ushering them from operational concept through preliminary and detailed design, simulation, and test using progressive tools. As a cross-functional engineer, you are in charge of system-level ownership of new products and processes through the product lifecycle.

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. Sierra Space is seeking a Principal Systems Engineer - Ground Systems to join our expanding Defense organization. The Principal Systems Engineer - Ground Systems will join our Ground Product Capability Center (Ground PCC) as it develops requirements, ground architectures, and concepts of operation for ground solutions across our Sierra Space Defense programs. The successful candidate will work within the Ground PCC team to develop, design, implement and integrate terrestrial command and control capabilities for our satellite programs.

Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's of Science degree in System Engineering or related discipline and typically 14 or more years of relevant experience Demonstrated knowledge of engineering principles and practices Progressive experience working in multi-disciplinary design and development teams Advanced understanding 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 Current/active Top Secret US Security clearance with SCI eligibility

Preferred Qualifications: Master's degree or higher in related field of study Significant experience in ground solutions for DoD space mission systems, including ground system architectures, operations, software, terrestrial infrastructure, and security technologies. Technical leadership experience for ground systems and BMC3 capabilities development. Demonstrated experience in ground solution design and development, including requirements development, system architecture modeling, system integration and verification. Experience managing and providing mentorship to team product leads and junior team members. Ability to clearly communicate and provide updates to peers, management, and customers. Current experience and competency in using digital collaboration and scheduling tools, such as JIRA, Confluence, and MS Project. Experien e with requirements management and system modelling tools, such as DOORS, Cameo EA, MATLAB Advanced knowledge of industry-standard system design principles, to include, but not limited to requirements management, Model Based System Engineering (MBSE) Experience or certification in INCOSE standards Background in the Aerospace and Defense Industry 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 current/active Top Secret with SCI eligibility 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... For full info follow application link.

At Sierra Space, our mission is to dream, innovate, inspire and empower

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