Katalyst Labs

Senior Space Systems Engineer

Broomfield, Colorado, United States · Senior

Sponsorship not specified$130k-$180kDetected 53 days ago

PythonMATLABANSYSSystems EngineeringRoboticsCommunication

About the role

This position is a Senior Space Systems Engineering role, focused on the engineering of space systems, rather than a systems engineer for space.
We're looking for someone with a deep understanding of how complex subsystems interact and impact overall system performance.

Oversee and perform system-wide architecture design, ensuring subsystems function cohesively and meet overarching system goals
Lead detailed technical efforts and spearhead trade studies of space system architectures
Identify and address gaps between requirements and top-level objectives, constraining broad problems and decomposing them into actionable tasks to implement solutions
Support the sourcing and selection of key suppliers, components, and technologies
Define Key Performance Parameters, select quantifiable metrics, and determine modeling approaches to directly address and answer key design questions in physics-based modeling and simulation efforts
Lead small multi-discipline teams on spacecraft design, space mission design, and R&D projects
Conduct comprehensive system analyses, including risk assessments, reliability analyses, and trade studies to optimize system performance
Participate in design reviews, ensuring that designs meet mission requirements, are feasible, and incorporate best practices
Support hardware-in-the-loop testing to validate integrated system performance in simulated operational environments
We build robotic spacecraft that enable dynamic space operations, creating a future where maneuvering, upgrading, refueling, and exploration are as routine as they are on Earth.

Must be willing to work extended hours and weekends as needed.
Bachelor's degree in a technical engineering discipline
5+ years of experience working on satellite systems with direct involvement in flight programs and the entire Validation and Verification chain
Proficiency with Python, Matlab, STK, Ansys, and/or JAMA
Additional Requirements: Must be willing to work extended hours and weekends as needed.

Compensation and Benefits: Your base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, and experience.

Your base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, and experience.

Working at Katalyst is intense, hands-on, and deeply rewarding.
You'll take real ownership and see your work move from concept to operations in an environment where the problems are hard and the impact is real.
We value humility, craftsmanship, and doing things the right way, even when it's harder.
You'll work closely with thoughtful, driven teammates who push each other to do their best.
As a Senior Space Systems Engineer, you'll play a key role in developing cohesive system architectures and ensuring the effective integration of spacecraft subsystems to meet mission objectives.

This listing is sourced directly from Katalyst Labs's careers page and normalized into a canonical job model.