Sierra Space

Dream Chaser Flight Controller (Systems Engineer II)

Louisville, CO · Mid

No sponsorship$94k-$129kDetected 30 days ago

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About the role

Sierra Space is seeking a candidate with a background in systems thinking and spaceflight operations to join the Flight Operations - Spacecraft Systems team.
As a member of this team you will be working towards being a certified flight controller.
You'll be responsible for mission planning, training, and execution of Dream Chaser mission operations from our Louisville, CO mission control center.

This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain U.S. Security Clearance.
We deliver mission-proven technologies to our customers that safeguard our nation, protect space-based assets and enable space exploration.
The candidate must also be able to maintain a positive attitude in a fast-paced and dynamic environment, be energized by difficult challenges, and take initiative to organize work and get things done.

Requires Bachelor's degree in a related field (or equivalent work experience in lieu of degree).
Typically 2+ years of related experience.
Advanced expertise in Systems Engineering principles and practices, including a comprehensive understanding of the systems development lifecycle.
Robust experience across multiple system development life cycles, including requirements management, functional requirements parsing, derivation, and allocation.
Ability to contribute to corporate Systems Engineering policy and process definition and implementation.
The ability to obtain and maintain a Security Clearance may be required in the future.
Occasional support of other Sierra Space programs may be required at times, given the skill set of the candidate.
Occasional travel may be required.
U.S. Citizenship status is required as this position needs an active U.S. Security Clearance for employment.
We're looking for team members who align with our values, mission and goals - while also meeting the minimum qualifications below.

Prior experience with real-time spaceflight operations
Prior experience with mission planning (ConOps, procedures, flight rules, etc.)
Prior experience working in multi-disciplinary teams
Master's degree in Engineering, Physics, or a related field.
Extensive experience with Requirements Management and Model Based Systems Engineering tools and frameworks, such as DOORS, CAMEO EA, Rhapsody, Matlab, and SysML.
Robust understanding of spacecraft systems, including hardware and software subsystems and components.
Strong understanding of project management methodologies including risk management and technical performance tracking.
Robust understanding of technical baseline and configuration management.

$94,090.00 - $129,394.75
Your actual base compensation will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on job-related knowledge and skills, education, experience, internal equity and market competitiveness.
Any unsolicited resumes submitted to our website or to Sierra Space team members not through our approved vendor list or Talent Acquisition will be considered property of Sierra Space, and we will not be obligated to pay any referral fees.

Our mission is driven by an unyielding commitment to advancing space-based technology in service of our customers and safeguarding national security.

Sierra Space Corporation is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities.
If you need special assistance or a reasonable accommodation related to applying for employment with Sierra Space or at any stage of the recruitment process, please contact us.
equal opportunity employer and is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities.

The ability to obtain and maintain a Security Clearance may be required in the future

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