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# Senior Satellite Design Engineer

- **Company:** Stellar Solutions
- **Location:** Colorado Springs, CO, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $140,000.0 - $170,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Microsoft Excel, Systems Engineering, Python (Programming Language), MATLAB, Software Tools
- **Published:** August 29, 2026
- **Apply:** https://diversityjobs.com/main/sendform/8/8/28176/1/18134284?backUrl=%2Fcareer%2F18134284%2FSenior-Satellite-Design-Engineer-Colorado-Colorado-Springs

## About the Role

5+ years professional design/development experience in satellite systems.

 * Proven experience as a leader on at least one satellite program.
 * Skill in using and creating software tools to model systems performance across a variety of disciplines (MATLAB, Python, Excel, etc.)
 * Strong understanding of satellite technologies, design principles, and concepts of operations
 * Bachelor's degree in aerospace engineering or related field
 * Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills, * 10+ years professional design/development experience in satellite systems
 * Master's degree in Electrical or Systems Engineering, or related field
 * Previous experience with spacecraft and/or space mission top level design
 * Previous work on small LEO satellites
 * Breadth of experience leading satellite systems development and testing
 * Experience with creating satellite simulations and models
 * Satellite operations experience

 * ITAR Requirements
 + The company is required by the U.S. Government to comply with various space technology export regulations including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). All applicants must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident ("green card holder") or a protected individual as defined by ITAR (22 CFR *120.15) or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. More information on ITAR can be found here.

## Description

Stellar Solutions is seeking a Senior Satellite Design Engineer. In this role, you will lead the overall design and development of spacecraft for a fast-moving constellation program, owning mission outcomes from early concept through sustained on-orbit operations.
Role/Responsibilities/Qualifications

You will execute top-level spacecraft design, cost and risk assessments, systems engineering, testing, and operational planning while serving as the technical authority for in-orbit performance and driving each phase of development within a small, high-impact team to ensure mission success and dependable service delivery.


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