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# Senior Space Systems Design Engineer

- **Company:** Draper Labs
- **Location:** Cambridge, MA, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $82,300.0 - $220,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Systems Engineering, Information Engineering, Data Visualization, Systems Analysis, Python (Programming Language), MATLAB, Machine Learning, Software Architecture, Software Tools, Systems Modeling Language, Systems Integration, MagicDraw, Modeling and Simulation
- **Published:** October 26, 2026
- **Apply:** https://diversityjobs.com/career/18717653/Senior-Space-Systems-Design-Engineer-Massachusetts-Cambridge

## About the Role

*Experience one or more tools such as MATLAB/Simulink, Python, MagicDraw

*Experience in integrating descriptive modeling tools with other simulation tools is a plus.

*Experience with methodologies for analysis of alternatives under uncertainty

*Familiarity with space missions operating in LEO, MEO, GEO

*Familiarity with GNC concepts and space sensors

*Knowledge and interest in interdisciplinary work spanning Systems Engineering, Modeling and Simulation, Trade Space Exploration (TSE), Machine Learning and Data Engineering

*Experience in data visualization and story boarding

*Experience with SysML and implementing tools such as MagicDraw

Preferred Characteristics:
Ability to support on-site consistently is required., * Excellent mathematical skills.

 * Thorough understanding of engineering theories and procedures.
 * Ability to collaborate within a diverse and multidisciplinary team.
 * Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
 * Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
 * Excellent time management skills with the proven ability to meet deadlines.
 * Demonstrated knowledge of multiple problem domains, with ability to quickly become knowledgeable in new domains.
 * Identify and develop relevant modeling and analysis techniques, and develop or integrate multi-domain qualitative models.
 * Ability to present results that support system-level analysis, performance trade-offs, and decision-making is critical, thus communications and interpersonal skills are highly valued in this role.
 * The ability to communicate technical concepts effectively with customers, engineers, managers, and other stakeholders of all relevant disciplines.
 * Flexibility to multi-task and adapt to evolving priorities.

Education
Bachelor's degree in Aerospace, Electrical, Mechanical, or other relevant Engineering field. Master's degree preferred.

Experience

 * Requires 5-7 years experience in systems analysis or related.
 * Experience in use of MBSE tools such as SysML, knowledge in MATLAB/Simulink.
 * Experience in integrating descriptive modeling tools with other simulation tools., The candidate will work as part of an interdisciplinary team. The candidate will have the ability to become knowledgeable in various problem domains, identify relevant modeling and analysis techniques, develop or integrate multi-domain models of required fidelity, present results that support system-level analysis, performance trade-offs, and decision-making. The ability to communicate technical concepts effectively with customers, engineers, managers, and other stakeholders of all relevant disciplines is a must.

## Description

* Performs analysis approaches for a particular problem and independently execute assignments.
 * Independently execute system engineering lifecycle assignments; concept and architecture design, integration, testing and operation.
 * Drive solutions to complex problems with limited direction - contribute to task planning and test development, propose ways forward, and adapt appropriately to changes in program requirements
 * Demonstrated ability to lead small teams (fewer than five people). Seeks to align team towards program goals and builds trust within the team.
 * Able to provide insight and suggest design modifications based on analysis outcomes, and to apply analysis techniques across a range of technical challenges.
 * Identify program/system-level technical risks and develop and execute mitigation strategies for them.
 * Actively mentor less experienced engineers and provide thoughtful, constructive feedback.
 * Work in a collaborative multidisciplinary environment including stakeholders and external partners.
 * Contribute to translation of requirements into technical and architectural decisions.