Strategic Requirements Systems Engineer (Satellite Systems)

Location: On-site in El Segundo, California, United States, at a secure facility

Salary: $135,000–$198,000 per year

Company

hirify.global supports mission-focused defense and space programs, including systems engineering and integration for military satellite communications.

What you will do

• Develop, author, and maintain satellite Interface Control Documents for spacecraft, ground systems, payloads, and cross-system interfaces.
• Create interface diagrams, data dictionaries, message formats, command and telemetry mappings, and system-level interface descriptions.
• Coordinate with configuration management and engineering teams for Engineering Review Boards and Configuration Control Boards.
• Identify interface risks, resolve technical issues, and support system integration and test activities.
• Lead Interface Control Working Groups and coordinate communication across government, prime contractor, and support contractor stakeholders.
• Prepare acquisition and technical requirements briefings, plans, papers, and related documentation for government decision-making.

Requirements

• U.S. citizenship and an active U.S. Secret security clearance are required; eligibility for Secret/TS/SCI clearance is also required.
• Bachelor’s degree in Systems Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related technical field.
• 8+ years of experience in satellite systems, spacecraft development, or aerospace engineering, including 5 years on Department of Defense programs.
• Direct experience developing or managing Interface Control Documents for complex systems.
• Familiarity with spacecraft subsystems, including avionics, payloads, RF communications, power, GNC, thermal, and propulsion.
• Experience with systems engineering tools such as DOORS, Jama, or Cameo, plus strong technical writing, communication, and presentation skills.

Nice to have

• 12+ years of experience with space systems or space acquisitions.
• Experience with satellite hardware and software development and model-based systems engineering.
• INCOSE CSEP, ESEP, ASEP, PMP, or similar professional certification.

Culture & Benefits

• Collaborative work with government, prime contractor, support contractor, and industry stakeholders.
• 100% employee-owned company through an Employee Stock Ownership Plan.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Paid time off, 401(k) retirement plan, and professional development support.
• Standard work hours and minimal travel.