Senior Systems Engineer (Satellite Systems)

Location: Golden, Colorado, United States — hybrid

Salary: $130,000–$165,000 annually

Company

hirify.global develops weather intelligence and climate resilience products using satellite technology, AI forecasting models, and actionable analytics.

What you will do

• Evaluate and plan the operation, interaction, and on-orbit performance of weather-sensing payloads.
• Develop payload architectures and technical designs from concept through launch and operations.
• Define payload requirements, verification plans, traceability, and validation activities.
• Coordinate payload interfaces with the spacecraft bus and partner teams.
• Plan and execute payload integration and testing, document results, and track technical performance.
• Model mission performance, conduct trade studies, support trajectory and constellation planning with Ansys STK, and investigate technical risks and anomalies.

Requirements

• 6+ years of experience developing, integrating, and testing complex space systems such as satellite payloads or spacecraft.
• Strong knowledge of spacecraft subsystems, payload integration, performance modeling, system architecture, requirements, and interfaces.
• Experience with verification planning, integrated testing, system trade studies, and technical or program risk management.
• Familiarity with MBSE or similar systems engineering methods.
• Familiarity with orbital mechanics, LEO Earth observation constellations, and mission analysis tools such as STK, GMAT, or Orekit.
• Ability to travel 15–20% and lift up to 35 pounds while traveling.

Culture & Benefits

• Mission-driven work advancing atmospheric sensing and weather resilience.
• Collaborative environment spanning engineering, science, partner, and leadership teams.
• Flexible hours, Zoom-based collaboration, and an outcome-focused one-office work environment.
• Unlimited paid time off and comprehensive health benefits.
• Career growth opportunities and a culture emphasizing impact, accountability, transparency, and empathy.