Space Systems Engineer

Space Systems EngineerLOCATION: Albuquerque, New Mexico US (On-Site)JOB STATUS: Full-timeCLEARANCE: DoD Secret ClearanceTRAVEL: 10%Astrion is seeking a Space Systems Engineer to support spacecraft engineering, satellite operations, and ground system development for the Air Force Research Laboratory at Kirtland Air Force Base.This role is ideal for junior- to mid-level engineers with experience in orbital mechanics, spacecraft systems engineering, satellite operations, and the spacecraft development lifecycle. The engineer will support mission planning, spacecraft development activities, and on-orbit mission operations for small satellite programs.Required Qualifications / SkillsEducation:Bachelor of Science in one of the following or a related technical field:Aerospace EngineeringElectrical EngineeringMechanical EngineeringExperience:Experience with scripting languages (e.g., MATLAB, Python)Experience with spacecraft orbital simulation software (e.g., Systems Tool Kit (STK), FreeFlyer)Experience with spacecraft development or satellite operationsFamiliarity with spacecraft subsystems and interfaces including power, communications, command and data handling, and attitude determination and control systems (ADCS)Core Competencies:Strong analytical and problem-solving skillsAbility to work independently and execute technical taskingEffective communicator with both technical and non-technical stakeholdersAbility to lead technical discussions and coordinate engineering activitiesStrong technical documentation and organizational skillsAbility to develop well-documented analysis scripts and technical toolsPreferred Qualifications / SkillsProfessional experience in a space systems engineering or spacecraft operations roleExperience supporting spacecraft mission planning or on-orbit operationsMaster's degree in a relevant technical fieldResponsibilitiesExecute technical tasking from government engineers and program managersSupport spacecraft systems engineering activities including requirements management, risk tracking, architecture trades, and orbit analysisSupport on-orbit spacecraft operations and mission experimentsServe as mission manager or technical lead for small satellite missions when assignedSupport the design, development, integration, and testing of spacecraft subsystems and ground systemsProduce engineering documentation, reports, and analysis supporting mission development and operationsIdentify technical risks and support development of mitigation strategiesSupport spacecraft mission planning and experiment execution