York Space Systems

Mission Lead Systems Engineering Manager: Operations and Sustainment

Greenwood Village, CO, United States

$165-200k

Full Time

21 minutes ago

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Job description

Salary: $165,000 - $200,000 (level commensurate experience)

York Space Systems was founded to radically improve spacecraft affordability and reliability, transforming, and enabling next- generation space mission operations worldwide. Today, York is one of the most innovative aerospace companies, specializing in end-to-end customer solutions and the rapid production of spacecraft platforms. York’s complete Space Segment Solution includes spacecraft production, payload integration, system integration & test, launch services, ground segment services, and mission operations, enabling customers to leverage York’s existing technology solutions to get to orbit rapidly and responsively. We’re looking to expand our team across the board.

We are seeking an experienced and highly motivated Systems Engineering Manager to lead the Operations and Sustainment Phases of our Space Vehicle missions. The individual needs to be a self-starter able to execute autonomously, willing to stretch outside of current knowledge areas, and open to executing our active on-orbit programs. The role requires technical leadership, customer interfacing, problem-solving, and quick decision-making. The engineering manager will lead a small team of systems engineers, while also making individual contributions. Salary commensurate with abilities and experience.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Provide technical oversight for programs in the operations and sustainment phase of a program
Drive technical problem solving and anomaly resolution
Interface with key mission partners
Lead and drive interdisciplinary technical teams to ensure program success and close on orbit issues
Verify requirements on-orbit when applicable outside of LEOPs
Resolve program blockers and communicate needs to maintain mission execution
Delegate tasks to achieve daily, weekly, and monthly goals.
Collaborate with team members, management, and customers to ensure projects are completed to standard.
Identify risks and form contingency plans as soon as possible.
Communicate with the team about challenges, failures, and successes.

QUALIFICATIONS

BS in Systems Engineering or related technical field.
Understanding of the SE ‘V’, the interdependencies associated, and ability to apply the methodology to program on-orbit execution.
Strong technical problem-solving skills.
Engagement with multidisciplinary teams.
Strong communication and coordination skills: verbal, written, and presentation.
Strong interpersonal skills and techniques for eliciting and motivating team performance.
Planning and organizing skillsets including schedule definition, cost estimation, and personnel forecasting.
Active SECRET Clearance required. Active TS/SCI preferred.
10-15 years of experience as a system engineer or similar broad technical role. At least 5 years of experience working satellite programs in operations.
Project leadership experience (such as chief systems engineer, product lead, or team lead).
Experience performing anomaly resolution and designing for fault detection, isolation, and recovery.
Experience in Customer (internal and external) communication.
Experience in all or most phases of a program life cycle, including the design, test, and operations of a space vehicle.
Experience leading requirement verification activities.
Strong understanding of spacecraft fault detection and resolution
Experience in SV design, test, or operations preferred.

BENEFITS

In addition to compensation, York Space Systems is proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance along with PTO and a 401K.

HOW TO APPLY

Interested candidates are encouraged to apply by clicking the “Apply for this position” link below. York Space Systems will be accepting applications on a rolling basis until the position is closed.

York Space Systems provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, military or protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. Must have permanent authorization to work in the United States. This policy applies to all terms and conditions or employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. YORK SPACE SYSTEMS IS AN EEO EMPLOYER.