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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Sr. Software Systems Engineer - **Company:** Airbus Service Company Inc - **Location:** Herndon, VA, United States (Remote available) - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Systems Engineering, Requirements Management, Software Requirements Analysis, Software Systems, Subsystems, Systems Architecture, Systems Integration, Software Verification - **Published:** October 1, 2026 - **Apply:** https://diversityjobs.com/main/sendform/8/8/28176/1/18487670?backUrl=%2Fcareer%2F18487670%2FSr-Software-Systems-Engineer-Virginia-Herndon ## About the Role Airbus U.S. is looking for an enthusiastic and creative Senior Systems Engineer to design and analyze new satellite and aerospace systems. We're looking for candidates who can bring exceptional engineering skills and strong experience in aerospace programs to the team., * Bachelor's degree in STEM (Science, Technical, Engineering, Math) or related scientific areas. * Preferred: Master's in STEM (Science, Technical, Engineering, Math) or related scientific areas. Experience: * A minimum of 8 years with a Bachelor's degree, or 6 years with a Master's degree. * Proven track-record of working with aerospace flight software systems, starting from conceptual designs and tradeoffs thru detailed design, development, integration, test, deployment, and operations. * Proven track-record of leading multi-disciplinary teams to solve problems. Knowledge, Skills, Demonstrated Capabilities: * Familiarity with elements of space mission architectures extending beyond the satellite platform - including launch, flight operations, mission CONOPS, user interfaces, etc. * Experience with systems architecture, requirements definition and decomposition, and requirements verification and validation (e.g. Requirements Verification and Traceability Matrices). * Experience with Model Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) tools and methods. * Experience with requirements management tools (DOORS or similar). * Experience leading and/or performing analyses for affordability, safety, reliability, maintainability, testability, human systems integration, survivability, vulnerability, susceptibility, system security, regulatory, certification, product assurance or other specialties engineering disciplines. * Communicate in a clear and concise manner effectively across multiple levels. * Be team-minded and ready to work in a multi-functional and multi-cultural, fast-moving and complex/technical environment. * Flexible attitude and strong initiative. * Demonstrated ability to deliver results., * US Citizenship is required. Clearance: * Ability to obtain and maintain a government security clearance. * Active DoD security clearance at Secret or above highly desirable. ## Description The Sr. Software Systems Engineer's primary responsibility will be driving the development of Airbus U.S.'s satellite systems with a focus on flight software delivery. This engineer will be involved in the full lifecycle of development, from requirements definition, validation, verification and operations. Being at the cutting edge of space technology, we need someone who is eager to learn, grow, and take on new and potentially unfamiliar challenges. There is no shortage of fascinating problems to solve. The Sr. Software Systems Engineer will provide autonomous solutions of complex problems, through direct work or delegation, under the leadership of the Systems Engineering Manager. The Sr. Software Systems Engineer will have project and subject matter responsibility and authority. Systems Engineering - 75% * Perform systems engineering tasks for Airbus U.S. satellite software systems, including the heritage Arrow platform: + Requirements development - initial definition, decomposition and flowdown, management of Software and Avionics Subsystem requirements. + System design and trade studies - high level concept trades to support subsequent detail design. + Verification planning and testing - verification matrices, buy-off / sell-off, test planning, analysis planning, etc. + Ensure proper Systems Engineering processes are followed including requirements traces / RVTMs. + Coordinate and collaborate with internal and external stake holders to ensure that technical requirements are met. + Flight Software anomaly resolution and troubleshooting. * Demonstrated ability to participate in cross-functional planning, coordination, and task execution situations involving the full spectrum of engineering and integration activities. Roadmap Development - 15% * Support Airbus spacecraft development product roadmap: includes design adjustments, schedule, and cost targets aligned for future business captures. * Support the definition of spacecraft customization process for customer mission needs. Additional Responsibilities - 10% * Perform all the necessary systems engineering activities to build, to maintain and to evolve the Airbus spacecraft products. * Promote and optimize cost savings by reuse of the heritage platform designs and manufacturing infrastructures in the pursuit of various constellation prospects., * Vision: able to see and read computer screen and other electronic equipment with screens, able to read documents. * Hearing: able to hear to participate in conversations in person and via teleconference or phone and to hear sounds including safety warnings or alarms. * Equipment Operation (personal computer, telephone, copies, fax machine, and related office equipment and using electronic identification card to enter building floors and internal doors): able to operate most office and personal electronic equipment. * Carrying: able to carry documents, electronic equipment and/or supplies up to 40lbs/9kg. * Lifting: able to lift documents, electronic equipment and/or supplies up to 40lbs/9kg. * Sitting: able to sit for long periods of time in meetings, working on computer. * Squatting / Kneeling: able to occasionally squat or kneel to retrieve or replace items shelved on bottom shelves. * Standing: able to stand for long periods of time. * Walking: able to walk through office and outside areas including uneven surfaces. ## Related Videos - [Model Based Systems Engineering in an Agile Product Development Process](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/68-model-based-systems-engineering-in-an-agile-product-development-process) - [Rethinking Intelligence: AI, Accessibility, and the Future of Inclusive Work - Artur Ortega](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1377-rethinking-intelligence-ai-accessibility-and-the-future-of-inclusive-work-artur-ortega) - [10M Data Records Lost, Underwater Computing, and Psychedelic Fish - Matthias Geniar](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1908-10m-data-records-lost-underwater-computing-and-psychedelic-fish-matthias-geniar) - [Crew Management System for Airlines: Plan duties for pilots & flight attendants worldwide](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1444-crew-management-system-for-airlines-plan-duties-for-pilots-flight-attendants-worldwide) - [Automated Driving - Why is it so hard to introduce](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/628-automated-driving-why-is-it-so-hard-to-introduce) - [Breaking the Hardware Mindset: Overcoming Barriers to System-Level Innovation](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1635-breaking-the-hardware-mindset-overcoming-barriers-to-system-level-innovation) ## Related Articles - [The 12 Best Jobs for Software Engineers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/401-the-12-best-jobs-for-software-engineers) - [Fully Remote Software Engineer Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/447-fully-remote-software-engineer-jobs) - [Where To Find Software Engineering Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/396-where-to-find-software-engineering-jobs) - [Is Software Engineering Over-Saturated?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/418-is-software-engineering-over-saturated) - [How Much Does a Software Engineer Make? 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