Senior Mission Systems Engineer - United States - Scout Space

    Scout Space
    Scout Space United States

    1 week ago

    Description

    Scout Space is building a new way to see and operate in space: with a new paradigm of data empowering every satellite to make space safer. We are a rapidly-growing team; we are deploying real solutions to orbit over the next 2 years; and our work will transform the face of spaceflight. We are looking for people that bring excitement and energy to our organization, are curious and eager to learn, and want to help drive our programs forward.
    As a Senior Mission Systems Engineer, you will play a crucial role in the CONOPs definition, design, development, manufacturing, assembly, integration, test, and operations of our advanced electro-optical payloads for space missions. Your expertise will be essential in ensuring the successful integration and performance of system-level components within our space payloads.
    Responsibilities:

    • Work with customers and bus manufacturers to define CONOPs and mission requirements for spaceborne optical payloads
    • Support optical payload design concepts from whiteboard to launch, including development, manufacturing, assembly, integration, test, and operations
    • Lead and design environmental test campaigns
    • Develop and manage program schedules, budgets, and documentation
    • Manage subcontractors and suppliers for optical payload systems
    • Perform hands-on lab assembly, integration, and testing as needed
    • Regularly contribute to proposal efforts
    Required Qualifications:
    • Bachelor's degree in Aerospace Engineering, Systems Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical discipline.
    • Minimum of 5+ years of experience in mission systems engineering, satellite development, space domain awareness (SDA), or related aerospace fields.
    • Proven experience leading end-to-end mission development, including system design, integration, and test.
    • Deep understanding of space environment constraints, satellite operations, and mission planning.
    • Familiarity with commercial off-the-shelf (COTS) space components, spaceflight hardware development, and payload integration.
    • Strong knowledge of requirements development, interface control documentation (ICDs), and configuration management practices.
    • Demonstrated leadership in technical program execution, including the ability to balance technical excellence with programmatic constraints.
    • Experience as a mission systems engineer or similar for a satellite launch, including pre-launch system verification, launch vehicle integration, and post-launch operational readiness.
    • Experience working with customers and partners for mission definition
    • Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex concepts and technical information clearly and concisely.
    • Must be eligible to hold a clearance.
    Preferred Qualifications:
    • Master's or Doctorate degree in Aerospace Engineering, Systems Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical discipline.
    • Familiarity with U.S. Government space programs, Department of Defense (DoD) contracts, and/or NASA mission development lifecycle.
    • Experience with satellite ground systems, command and control (C2), and mission operations center (MOC) development.
    • Proficiency in mission analysis tools (e.g., STK, MATLAB, Python) and engineering design tools (e.g., Cameo, or similar).
    • Experience in the development of space-based optical payloads, SDA payloads, or ISAM technologies
    • Knowledge of agile development methodologies and experience with digital engineering/digital twin environments.
    • Strong technical writing and presentation skills, including experience developing technical documentation, white papers, and customer deliverables.
    Benefits:
    • Open Time Off
    • Paid Parental Leave
    • Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
    • 401k Matching
    • Health Savings Account, Flexible Spending Accounts, Dependent Care FSA
    • Wellness Stipend
    • Work From Home Stipend
    • Life Insurance
    • Long-term Disability plans
    • Commuter Benefit
    • Education Reimbursement
    Don't fulfill all the qualifications listed above? If you still feel like you might be a good fit, please feel free to APPLY ANYWAY. We believe in a well-rounded team, and this sometimes means that someone with out-of-context knowledge can contribute just as well as someone with very explicit alignment with our capabilities needs stated.
    Our positions are based in Reston, Virginia, with much of our team operating in a hybrid or remote fashion. Our preference is for candidates in or around this area (or willing to relocate) as we scale our facilities and engineering team to provide more opportunities to work and collaborate in-person.
    Scout Space Inc. does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factor. To conform to US Government space technology export regulations, applicants must be a US citizen, lawful permanent resident of the US, a protected individual as defined by 8 USC 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorization from the US Department of State.
    We're Proud to Prioritize Mental Health. Scout Space has been recognized with the Bell Seal for Workplace Mental Health by Mental Health America. This certification reflects our ongoing commitment to creating a supportive environment where mental well-being is valued, protected, and openly talked about. We know that when people feel seen and supported, great work happens, and that is the kind of culture we are building here at Scout Space.

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