Systems Engineering Analysis, Senior

Senior Mission Systems Engineer

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 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.

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

Manage subcontractors and suppliers for optical payload systems

Perform hands-on lab assembly, integration, and testing as needed

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.

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.

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

Master's or Doctorate degree in Aerospace Engineering, Systems Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical discipline.

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., 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.

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

• Health Savings Account, Flexible Spending Accounts, Dependent Care FSA
• Work From Home Stipend
• Life Insurance
• Long-term Disability plans
• Education Reimbursement