Agile Space Industries · 1 day ago
Senior Systems Engineer
Durango, CO
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$110K/yr - $150K/yr
5+ years expAgile Space Industries is seeking an experienced Senior Systems Engineer to provide system-level thinking on spacecraft propulsion system architecture decisions. The role involves conducting trade studies, supporting architecture development, and leading the verification and validation process for hardware development programs.
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Responsibilities
Conduct trade studies and analyzes for system level architecture decisions
Support architecture development based on customer requirements and internal stakeholder requirements
Establish traceability of system requirements and flow downs
Lead the verification & validation process and stake holder definition
Manage and execute gated product development reviews (SRR, PDR, CDR, etc)
Independently analyze elements of a system and recommend alternatives as needed
Interact and facilitate communication between external customers, internal stakeholders, subcontractors, and multidisciplinary functional teams
Qualification
Required
B.S. or advanced degree in related engineering or technical field. Equivalent professional experience will be considered in lieu of a degree
5+ Years of experience in System Engineering in space propulsion development
Strong understanding of storable propellants, fluid dynamics, and safety considerations
Proven experience in decomposition of system requirements to relevant components
Experience leading verification and validation planning through product development lifecycles
Proficiency in JAMA or similar requirement management tools
Preferred
Experience developing space flight hardware with a comprehensive understanding of space design best practices
Familiarity with NASA or other relevant industry standards
Familiarity with Range Safety requirements, such as AFSPCMAN 91-710
Experience with leading teams and working with Government customers
Experience with Propulsion Systems Engineering is desired
Experience with life cycle management is desired
Clear and concise presentation skills
Demonstrated experience with risk and opportunity management activities and strategies
Benefits
Generous health coverage
Dental and vision plans
Flexible Time Off
Parental leave
401(k) with 100% company match up to 4%
Company
Agile Space Industries
Agile Space Industries is an aviation and aerospace that specializes in propulsion, test rockets, and space exploration.
51-200 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$39.69MKey Investors
Lockheed Martin VenturesCaruso VenturesGreenline Ventures
2026-01-02Series Unknown· $21.55M
2024-09-26Convertible Note
2023-06-23Seed· $13M
Leadership Team
Chris Pearson
Chief Executive Officer
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