Space Vehicle Architect; Clearance Required

Space Vehicle Architect (Clearance Required) page is loaded## Space Vehicle Architect (Clearance Required) locations:
Centennial, COtime type:
Full time posted on:
Posted 3 Days Agojob requisition :
R25010#
** Sierra Space Careers:
** At Sierra Space, we build the missions and systems that keep our world secure in the domain above Earth.

Sierra Space team members share a spirit of innovation and collaboration and a belief that we can deliver on the boldest missions in space today. Together with our customers, we aim to safeguard our nation, sustain human presence in space, and secure the freedom of operations in low Earth orbit and beyond.

Our success is measured by the trust of those who rely on what we build and deliver, and our technologies keep the United States and its allies mission-ready throughout space.

We are mission-driven, and together, we are an extraordinary team.#
** About the Role**#
** About You
** Our mission is driven by an unyielding commitment to advancing space-based technology in service of our customers and safeguarding national security. We seek individuals who are passionate about innovating beyond boundaries and relentlessly pursuing solutions that protect, preserve and empower – to join us in this critical mission.

We’re looking for team members who align with our values, mission and goals – while also meeting the minimum qualifications below. The preferred qualifications are a bonus, not a requirement.##
** As a Space Vehicle Architect you will:
*** Lead the engineering team in the design and development of satellite systems.
* Work closely with the mission chief engineer and subsystem leads to architect a space vehicle to meet the mission requirements.
* Lead the engineering team to conduct spacecraft performance modeling and simulation
* Support the development of spacecraft CONOPs
* Establish and track key Technical Performance Measures (TPMs)
* Collaborate with the Space Vehicle Program manager to manage team performance including cost, schedule and risk
* Provide technical guidance and mentorship to engineering team members.
* Interface with customers and stakeholders to communicate design status and technical details.
* Foster a collaborative team environment
* Maintain knowledge of current and developing technologies and develop strategies for their insertion into both legacy and next-generation spacecraft
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* Minimum Qualifications:

*** Bachelor's of Science degree in System Engineering or related discipline and typically 14 or more years of relevant experience
* Proven track record of leading engineering teams and managing complex projects
* Demonstrated knowledge of engineering principles and practices
* Progressive experience working in multi-disciplinary design and development teams
* Strong knowledge of satellite design including EO and/or RF payloads, avionics, mechanical, thermal and software
* Advanced understanding of requirements management, functional requirements parsing, derivation, and allocation; systems design, systems integration, technical risk identification and management strategies, and Verification and Validation (V&V) principles
* An active Top Secret with SCI eligibility U.S. Security Clearance is required
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* Preferred Qualifications:

*** Background in Aerospace or Defense industry## Compensation:

Pay Range:$ - $Your actual base compensation will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on job-related knowledge and skills, education, experience, internal equity and market competitiveness.
** IMPORTANT NOTICE:
** This position requires current/active Top Secret with SCI eligibility U.S. Security Clearance. U.S. Citizenship status is required as this position needs an active U.S. Security Clearance for employment. Non-U.S. Citizens may not be eligible to obtain a security clearance.  The Department of Defense Consolidated Adjudications Facility (DoD CAF), a federal government agency, handles the adjudicative aspects of the security clearance eligibility process for industry applicants.

Adjudicative factors which affect the outcome of the eligibility determination include, but are not limited to, allegiance to the U.S., foreign influence, foreign…