Systems Engineer II (Avionics Hardware)

Are you a bold thinker? We dream big at Sierra Space-leading and advancing the exploration of space, keeping service members safe, and creating the systems that keep our world united and sustain our way of living. Join our team!
The Avionics Hardware Group on the Dream Chaser Program is responsible for the Dream Chaser spacecraft avionics subsystems, from detailed system engineering specification thru design, analysis, hardware integration and testing, and verification.
Work with hardware in the laboratory to verify it is configured and communicates properly with other avionics, then help trouble shoot problems on the real spacecraft. A knowledge of electronics design and electrical communication standards, such as RS-422/485, MIL-STD-1553, SpaceWire is desirable. Experience with aerospace navigation methods and sensors such as GPS, INS, Star Trackers, LiDARs, Radar, etc. is also applicable.
Sierra Space, based in Louisville, Colorado with operations in Madison, Wisconsin, Durham, North Carolina, and Kennedy Space Center, Florida, designs and manufactures advanced spacecraft, satellites, propulsion and environmental systems, spacecraft subsystems and components for the U.S. government (including NASA), commercial customers and international organizations. Learn more about Sierra Space
Must-haves:

• Bachelor's of Science degree in System Engineering or related discipline and typically 2 or more years of relevant experience
• Practical knowledge of engineering principles and practices
• Experience working in multi-disciplinary design and development teams
• Knowledge of requirements management, functional requirements parsing, derivation, and allocation; systems design, systems integration, technical risk identification and management strategies, and Verification and Validation (V&V) principles

Preferred:

• Experience with high performance aircraft, launch vehicle or spacecraft Command and Data Handling and/or Navigation Avionics.
• Knowledge of industry-standard system engineering design principles
• A working knowledge of digital data bus architectures (ex: MIL-STD-1553B, Ethernet, SpaceWire, RS-422, RS-485)
• Experience authoring test plans and procedures for verifying operation of subsystem and components during Integration and Test
• Background and or exposure to environmental qualification testing methods (shock, vibration, thermal cycling, EMI/EMC)
• Be comfortable supporting technical meetings and reviews.
• Ability to perform requirements analysis and trade studies.
• Ability to identify technical problems and recommend solutions.
• Ability to rapidly work with minimal supervision on projects involving both small and large engineering teams

IMPORTANT NOTICE:
To conform to U.S. Government international trade regulations, applicant must be a U.S. Citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State or U.S. Department of Commerce.
With 30+ years of proven spaceflight heritage, Sierra Space has provided more than 4,000 space systems, subsystems, and components to customers worldwide, and participated in more than 500 missions to space, including to Mars. The company has technology in production and in development to enable space habitats for short- and long-duration space travel, a fleet of Dream Chaser spaceplanes, and the first free-flying commercial space station. Please visit www.sierraspace.com to learn more about Sierra Space, its business areas, capabilities, programs, products and services.
Physical/Mental/Emotional Requirements:

• Frequently walk, sit, stand, climb stairs and steps
• Frequently repeat same hand, arm, and finger motion many times to include finger and hand dexterity
• Rarely lifting or carrying up to 20 lbs.

Working Conditions:

• Rarely exposed to outdoor elements (high/low temperatures, sun, rain/snow, etc.)
• Rarely exposed to fumes or hazardous chemicals/materials
• Rarely exposed to loud noises

Estimated Starting Salary Range: $91,154.71 - $125,337.72. Sierra Space considers several factors when extending job offers, including but not limited to candidates' key skills, relevant work experience, and education/training/certifications.
Sierra Space offers a generous benefit package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, 401(k) with 150% match up to 8%, life insurance, 3 weeks paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and more.
At Sierra Space, our mission is to dream, innovate, inspire and empower the next generation to transform humanity through technology and imagination. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we welcome our employees to bring their whole selves to their work. Sierra Space is committed to fostering an inclusive, accepting, and diverse environment free of discrimination on the basis of race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. Contributions to Sierra Space come in many shapes and styles, and we believe diversity in our workforce fosters new and greater ways to dream, innovate, and inspire.