Principal Systems Engineer - Space (Hybrid Eligible) with Security Clearance

Employer
Sierra Nevada Corporation
Location
Littleton, Colorado
Posted
Oct 09, 2024
Closes
Oct 24, 2024
Ref
2834619833
Discipline
Engineering, Systems
Position Type
Engineer
Hours
Full Time
Organization Type
Corporate
SNC is seeking an innovative and driven Systems Engineer to join our team, focusing on cutting-edge projects within the space domain. This role is crucial to advancing our technological capabilities and identifying new business opportunities. The ISR (Intelligence, Surveillance & Reconnaissance), Aviation, and Security (IAS) business area is a leader in ISR and aviation, it is a leading prime manned and unmanned aircraft systems integrator for innovative, high-performance ISR and aviation systems. Its end-to-end Command, Control, Computers, Communications and Intelligence, Surveillance & Reconnaissance (C4ISR) capabilities encompass design, integration, test, certification, ground/flight training and complete logistics support. IAS tailors solutions to customer cost, performance, and schedule requirements and designs to consistently exceed expectations - with an unrivaled record of on time and on (or under) budget deliveries. The candidate will lead and collaborate with cross-functional teams to conceptualize and develop high-level ISR solutions in the space domain and will need to possess a broad understanding of space-related systems development. This candidate will also have the opportunity to identify and assess potential intellectual property (IP) opportunities within projects while designing and developing system architectures and requirements that align with project goals and industry standards. This role is open to a hybrid schedule Must-haves: Bachelor's of Science degree in System Engineering or related discipline and typically 14 or more years of relevant experience
Higher education may substitute for relevant experience
Familiarity with industry standards and best practices in space systems development
Demonstrated knowledge of engineering principles and practices
Progressive experience working in multi-disciplinary design and development teams
Thorough 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
Advanced knowledge of industry standard design principles, to include, but not limited to requirements management, Model Based System Engineering (MBSE)
Strong communication skills (written and verbal)
The ability to obtain and maintain a Top-Secret U.S. Security Clearance Preferred: Experience or certification in INCOSE standards
Demonstrated capability in requirements management and system modeling tools such as DOORS
Progressive experience leading baseline definition and maturation in a complex development setting, including the use of high impact trade studies and other measures
Experience integration and testing of subsystems, components, and payloads for space vehicles
Advanced experience with establishing and tracking key Technical Performance Measurements (TPM) Estimated Starting Salary Range: $159,430.15 - $219,216.46. SNC considers several factors when extending job offers, including but not limited to candidates' key skills, relevant work experience, and education/training/certifications. SNC offers annual incentive pay based upon performance that is commensurate with the level of the position. SNC offers a generous benefit package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, 401(k) with 150% match up to 6%, life insurance, 3 weeks paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and more . IMPORTANT NOTICE:
This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret 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. Learn more about the background check process for Security Clearances. SNC is a global leader in aerospace and national security committed to moving the American Dream forward. We're known and respected for our mission and execution focus, agility, and disruptive and rapid innovation. We provide leading edge technologies and transformative solutions that support our nation's most critical security needs. If you are mission-focused, thrive in collaborative environments, and want to make our country stronger with state-of-the-art technologies that safeguard freedom, join our team! As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we welcome our employees to bring their whole selves to their work. SNC is committed to fostering an inclusive, accepting, and diverse environment free of discrimination. Employment decisions are made without regarding to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran or other characteristics protected by law. Contributions to SNC come in many shapes and styles, and we believe diversity in our workforce fosters new and greater ways to dream, innovate, and inspire.