Systems Engineer

We are seeking a motivated Part-Time Systems Engineer to support the development and operation of advanced space systems. In this role, you will work closely with senior systems engineers to help define, analyze, and document mission and subsystem requirements, maintain technical budgets, and support system-level design and verification activities., * Support development and maintenance of system-level technical budgets (mass, power, data, etc.).

• Assist in requirements definition, traceability, and verification planning.
• Contribute to design review preparation and documentation.
• Coordinate with subsystem leads to collect and consolidate technical data.
• Participate in system modeling, analysis, and trade studies as needed.
• Provide general support to the Systems Engineering team across all mission phases.

Do you have experience in Technical Proficiency?, This position is ideal for an early-career engineer looking to gain hands-on experience in complex space system development within a fast-paced and collaborative environment. The successful candidate will have a strong technical foundation, attention to detail, and enthusiasm for learning how individual subsystems integrate into a complete spacecraft or mission architecture., * Background or coursework in aerospace, mechanical, electrical, or systems engineering.

• Familiarity with systems engineering principles
• Strong analytical, communication, and organizational skills.
• Interest in space systems design and operations.

Education:

Currently pursuing or recently completed a bachelor’s degree in aerospace, mechanical, electrical, or systems engineering, or a related technical discipline.

Experience:

No experience required., * Attention to detail: careful and methodical in tracking requirements, numbers, and interfaces.

• Strong communication skills: able to clearly summarize technical findings and collaborate across diverse engineering teams.
• Proactive mindset: takes initiative to identify issues or opportunities for improvement rather than waiting for direction.
• Adaptability: comfortable working in a dynamic, fast-moving environment with shifting priorities.
• Organizational skills: able to manage multiple small tasks, documentation updates, and follow-ups simultaneously.

Technology Stack:

Required:

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) for data analysis, documentation, and reporting.

Desired / Preferred:

• Experience with MATLAB and Simulink for modeling and analysis.
• Familiarity with STK (Systems Tool Kit) or similar mission analysis software.
• Exposure to requirements management tools (e.g., Jama, or similar).
• Basic understanding of configuration management or modeling tools (e.g., Confluence, Jira, or SysML environments) is a plus.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to work in a standard office environment and use a computer for extended periods.

This job description may not be inclusive to the duties and responsibilities listed. Additional tasks may be assigned to the employee from time to time or the scope of the job may change as needed by business demands.