Advanced Space · 3 hours ago
Systems Engineer (8-12 yrs)
Westminster, CO
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$113K/yr - $140K/yr
8+ years expAdvanced Space is leading humanity back to the Moon and pioneering innovative solutions in the space industry. They are seeking a skilled and experienced Systems Engineer to support a growing list of projects and missions, playing an integral role in mission planning, operations, and technological development.
Defense & Space
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Lead the planning, design, and development of system requirements for space missions
Evaluate, test, and integrate mission concepts into functional operations
Define mission goals, validate against system performance, and lead cross-functional teams to achieve those goals
Work directly with customers to guide mission development from early design through launch and validation
Own interface definition and management — developing and maintaining Interface Control Documents (ICDs)
Develop test plans, guide execution, and ensure test results are well-documented and actionable
Lead key system reviews — SRR, PDR, CDR — and contribute technical leadership to subsystem design (Comm, GNC, ADCS, Propulsion, FDIR, EPS, etc.)
Support mission ops through coordination, anomaly resolution, and forward-thinking ops planning
Drive early-phase space system studies for new and upcoming missions
Proactively identify and manage risks across program phases
Navigate and support space system regulatory processes (orbital debris assessments, spectrum licensing, etc.)
Coordinate across a wide range of technical talent, from astrodynamics to systems and navigation engineers
Support the creation of compelling, technically rigorous proposals for future missions
Qualification
Required
B.S./M.S./PhD in Aerospace Engineering or similar, with emphasis on Systems Engineering
8–12 years of hands-on experience in mission implementation (flight + ground systems), with deep space experience preferred
Deep systems-level expertise with a proactive, problem-solving mindset
Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) experience with tools like Cameo
Familiarity with NASA's Systems Engineering Handbook and DoD space programs
Experience in spacecraft communications systems, mission design, and navigation across Earth, Cislunar, and Deep Space
Programming proficiency (Python preferred)
Experience with space mission AIT (Assembly, Integration & Test)
Thrives in environments with evolving technical needs — adaptable, dependable, and decisive
Strong communicator and leader — able to mentor, delegate, and drive team success
You're customer-focused, technically sharp, and always looking ahead
Ability to work in the Westminster, CO office 5 days/week during core business hours
Applicants must be a US Person (citizen or Green Card Holder/permanent resident, or protected individual)
Benefits
Signing bonus
Quarterly performance bonuses
Company provided health insurance and 401K plan upon eligibility
Unlimited vacation time and extensive flexibility
Relocation Assistance
Company
Advanced Space
Advanced Space is a Aerospace company.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Brad Cheetham
Chief Executive Officer and President
Recent News
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