Description
MILITARY VETERANS
Associate Systems Engineer (Level 2)
About The Position:
We are seeking an Associate Systems Engineer (Level 2) to support the development and fielding of mission-critical embedded spacecraft systems. The ideal candidate will have a strong engineering background, excellent problem-solving skills, and a passion for systems engineering. The Associate Systems Engineer will work closely with senior systems engineers and cross-functional teams to support the design, analysis, and management of complex systems throughout their lifecycle.
Responsibilities:
1. System Design and Architecture:
- Assist senior systems engineers in developing and maintaining system architecture, designs, and models.
- Contribute to defining system-level requirements and translating them into detailed design and development tasks.
- Collaborate with engineering teams (software, hardware, mechanical, etc.) to ensure system integration and compatibility.
2. System Analysis:
- Participate in system-level analysis, including functional, performance, and safety analysis.
- Assist in conducting trade studies to evaluate different design options.
- Utilize modeling and simulation tools to predict system behavior and performance.
3. System Integration and Testing:
- Assist in planning and executing system-level integration and testing activities.
- Contribute to developing test plans, procedures, and scripts, and analyzing test results.
- Debug and root cause system issues under the guidance of senior engineers.
4. Documentation and Configuration Management:
- Assist in creating and maintaining system-level documentation, including requirements, design, test, and user documents.
- Support system configuration management and ensure traceability of requirements, design, and testing artifacts.
5. Stakeholder Communication:
- Assist in collaborating with project stakeholders, including customers, to understand their needs and manage expectations.
- Regularly report on system development progress, risks, and issues.
6. Continuous Learning and Process Improvement:
- Stay up-to-date with the latest systems engineering tools, methodologies, and best practices.
- Contribute to the continuous improvement of systems engineering processes and standards.
Qualifications/Skills:
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
- Familiarity with systems engineering tools (e.g., Matlab, Simulink, SysML, DOORS) and methodologies (e.g., MBSE, Agile).
- Knowledge of relevant industry standards (e.g., ISO 15288, INCOSE Systems Engineering Handbook).
- Eagerness to learn and grow in a systems engineering role.
Education/Experience:
- Bachelor’s of Science Degree in Electrical Engineering or Computer Science (and/or equivalent experience); MS desired.
- Minimum 3 years of experience in systems engineering or a related role.