Job Description

CesiumAstro is seeking a Senior Systems Engineer II to develop communication systems for satellites and aerospace systems. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in system engineering and space technology, and will be the technical point of contact for communication programs. Responsibilities include developing space architecture concepts, subsystem design, requirements development, and risk assessment.

Responsibilities

• Define requirements and assure compatibility of interfaces
• Support project scheduling and coordination
• Be the primary outward-facing team with external customers for technical discussions
• Act as a liaison between program management, engineering, and manufacturing
• Participate in development of system engineering processes
• Perform risk analysis and develop mitigation strategies
• Identify and resolve issues
• Foster a culture of efficiency and continuous improvement

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering
• 6+ years of experience with space-based communication payloads
• Background in antenna and RF systems
• Experience with scripting and programming languages
• Experience working with product/component developers and vendors
• Excellent written and verbal technical communication skills
• Experience with a requirements management tool
• Ability to define work direction and track milestones
• Sense of urgency and ability to work under pressure
• Ability to work well with multifunctional teams

Benefits

• No benefits