Senior System Engineer

Alexander Associates
California, Stirling And Falkirk, United Kingdom
3 weeks ago
Job Type
Permanent
Work Pattern
Full-time
Work Location
On-site
Seniority
Senior
Education
Degree
Posted
4 Jun 2026 (3 weeks ago)

Job Title: Senior Systems Engineer

Location: California, USA

We are working with an innovative and rapidly growing space company in California that is developing next-generation spacecraft and mission systems. Following continued growth, they are looking to add a Senior Systems Engineer to their team.

This is an opportunity to play a key role in the development of complex space systems, working across the full lifecycle from concept and architecture through to integration, testing, and mission execution.

The Role

As a Senior Systems Engineer, you will be responsible for defining system requirements, driving technical decisions, and ensuring successful integration across multiple engineering disciplines.

You will work closely with teams across GNC, Flight Software, Avionics, Mechanical, Electrical, and Mission Operations to deliver high-performance spacecraft and mission-critical systems.

The position offers significant technical ownership and the opportunity to contribute directly to the development of cutting-edge space technology.

Key Responsibilities

Define and manage system-level requirements and technical specifications

Develop spacecraft and mission system architectures

Lead requirements decomposition, verification, and validation activities

Conduct trade studies and technical assessments

Coordinate across multidisciplinary engineering teams

Support integration, testing, and flight readiness activities

Identify and manage technical risks throughout the development lifecycle

Support design reviews including SRR, PDR, CDR, TRR, and FRR

Ensure system performance meets mission objectives and customer requirements

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Aerospace Engineering, Systems Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Physics, or a related discipline

Proven experience within the aerospace, defense, or space industry

Strong understanding of systems engineering principles and processes

Experience developing complex spacecraft, satellite, launch vehicle, or mission-critical systems

Experience with requirements management and system verification activities

Strong communication skills and the ability to work across multidisciplinary teams

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