Senior Ground Systems Engineer (Space Systems)

Location: Greater Seattle Area, United States

Base pay for Washington applicants: $197,529.00–$276,539.55 annually.

Company

hirify.global develops reusable, safe, and low-cost space vehicles and systems, including space infrastructure and in-space mobility capabilities.

What you will do

• Design, develop, integrate, and maintain ground systems supporting space missions and NSS initiatives.
• Capture requirements, define systems architecture, and create detailed system design specifications with cross-functional teams.
• Develop secure software solutions and support the full software development lifecycle.
• Perform system-level testing, troubleshooting, and performance optimization.
• Ensure deployments meet regulatory and security requirements, including TS/SCI-related standards.
• Document configurations and procedures, train operational teams, and collaborate with government agencies and contractors.

Requirements

• Active TS/SCI clearance is required.
• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Systems Engineering, or a related field.
• At least 10 years of experience with space mission ground systems and NSS software development, standards, and requirements.
• Experience with security protocols, encryption, data integrity, system integration, testing, and performance tuning.
• Expertise in requirements definition and management, preferably with DOORS Next Generation.
• Must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident, refugee, or asylee lawfully admitted to the United States.

Nice to have

• Master’s degree or equivalent in a relevant engineering or scientific field.
• Programming experience with Python, Java, C++, or similar languages.
• Experience with Agile, DevSecOps, AWS or Azure, spacecraft subsystems, and space communications protocols such as CCSDS, DDS, or GMSEC.
• Familiarity with FHA, FMECA, and FTA safety analysis techniques.
• Experience working with or proposing to U.S. Government research agencies such as NASA, AFRL, or DARPA.

Culture & Benefits

• Safety-focused, collaborative, and inclusive working environment.
• Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability coverage, and paid parental leave.
• 401(k) with company match of up to 5%.
• Education Support Program, stock options for regular employees, up to four weeks of paid time off, and up to 14 company-paid holidays.