CesiumAstro · 3 hours ago
Senior Systems Engineer II - Digital Mission Modeling and Simulation
Austin, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
2+ years expCesiumAstro is a developer of innovative communication systems for aerospace applications. The Senior Systems Engineer II will utilize modeling and simulation tools to create digital models that aid design teams in evaluating performance against requirements, while also collaborating across disciplines to enhance digital engineering processes.
AerospaceDronesSatellite CommunicationSpace Travel
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Effectively leverage a digital modeling and simulation ecosystem of tools to support the design, test, validation and verification needs of internal project team leaders
Proactively identify workflow automations to help establish streamlined processes for repeatable modeling and simulation chains for efficient re-use of established our organization's unique mod/sim techniques
Support briefings to design team leaders to demonstrate/share results during design review milestones
Proactively investigate interoperability across existing design tools that our engineering organization leverages, and suggest/lead identified improvements to help establish and build our end-to-end digital engineering toolchains
Working closely with development and engineering design teams to inject digital modeling and simulation tools into their workflows in non-disruptive ways by helping to lead data pipeline integrations, automations, and routines that increase overall efficiency and shorten design lifecycles
Collaborating with software developers, DevOps, and infrastructure teams to ensure application stability and performance
Qualification
Required
A minimum of 2 years of experience with a bachelor's degree in aerospace engineering, or a related field is required
Demonstrable experience or familiarity with digital systems engineering methodologies
Familiarity with STK and its modules (e.g., Astrogator, SOLIS, TETK) for digital mission engineering is critical
Knowledge of various operating systems, devices, and software applications is expected
Proficiency with common engineering scripting languages (MATLAB, Python, Javascript, and similar)
Familiarity (or ability to gain necessary skills) with general engineering design tools commonly used across disciplines such as Fluids, Electronics, Thermal, Optics, and Mechanical tools such as the Ansys tool suites
Experience with Model Based Systems Engineering practices and languages (SysML)
Proficiency in functional digital systems engineering and understanding of design, test, review methodologies
Experience with test case design and execution, as well as defect tracking and reporting tools
Strong understanding of product design/test workflows in a commercial production environment
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills to interpret technical data and information, and resolve complex issues
Ability to perform root cause analysis and develop effective solutions
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills are essential for interacting with customers, development teams, and other stakeholders
Strong teamwork and collaboration skills to work effectively with diverse teams
Customer-focused mindset and commitment to customer satisfaction
Organizational skills to manage workload, prioritize tasks, and keep track of documentation and records
Ability to manage simulation and process data management holistically and document configuration changes
Staying updated with the latest advancements in application design and technology
Preferred
Familiarity with Model Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) practices is highly desired
Benefits
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Company
CesiumAstro
CesiumAstro provides out-of-the-box communication systems for satellites, UAVs, launch vehicles, and other space or airborne platforms.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$185.24MKey Investors
Trousdale VenturesAirbus Ventures
2024-06-18Series B· $65M
2024-02-13Series Unknown· $30M
2023-01-26Series Unknown· $2.09M
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