Sr Mission Design & Analysis Engineer; Clearance Required

Sierra Space Careers:
Dare to Dream

We honor those that are not afraid to dream big dreams, those that tenaciously chase their dreams even when others say it cannot be done, those that achieve big dreams and change everything. Those are Dreams Worth Chasing.

At Sierra Space we envision a future where humanity lives and works in space, on moons, and on distant planets. Our mission isn’t restricted to the few, instead we see a future where all people can choose to live, work, discover and explore beyond our planet. Our company is building a platform in space to benefit life on Earth and together we will alter the course of humanity.

We have a bold mission. We are a bold company. Together, we are an extraordinary team.

The Sr Mission Design & Analysis Engineer leads mission design via modeling, simulation and analysis. The Sr Mission Design & Analysis Engineer leads teams to define mission parameters and derive driving mission requirements as part of a novel spacecraft development. The Sr Mission Design & Analysis Engineer understands and parses mission objectives to produce relevant mission modeling and simulation data using analytical methods and mission level modeling and simulation techniques.

They create constellation and system-of-systems models to evaluate mission performance parameters, developing novel tools of limited complexity as required, then communicate those results to the broader design team and customers. The Sr Mission Design & Analysis Engineer maintains and updates the system performance models as required to verify and validate system performance throughout system development.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the analysis, modeling, and simulation of system and system-of-systems performance parameters to drive constellation design, payload selections and vehicle sizing.

• Oversee system modeling efforts on medium sized teams, including collection and analysis of data related to mission design and system performance

• Develop novel modeling and analysis tools to produce relevant performance results as required.

• Represent the mission viewpoint and present mission performance models and analysis results to the development team and customers.

• Lead analysis-based mission performance validation and verification efforts.

• Prepare detailed technical documentation and reports to communicate findings and support project objectives.

• Work collaboratively with team members to achieve project goals and meet deadlines.

• Work and communicate effectively with technical and specialty subject matter expert engineers to drive mission design and analysis products.

Our mission is driven by the unwavering passion to push the boundaries of what is possible. We seek those who Dare to Dream — to envision the extraordinary and pursue it relentlessly – to join us on this transformational journey.

We’re looking for dreamers who align with our values, vision, and audacious goals – while also meeting the minimum qualifications below. The preferred qualifications are a bonus, not a requirement.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Requires a bachelor’s degree in a related field (or equivalent work experience in lieu of degree or master’s +8 yrs experience).

• Typically, 10+ years of related experience (or Masters + 8 yrs experience).

• Demonstrated expertise in mission design, mission modeling and simulation techniques, and mission analysis.

• Demonstrated expertise in mission level objectives, requirements and Design Reference Mission (DRM) development.

• Ability to derive requirements and design drivers from system modelling and simulation results.

• In depth knowledge of systems design, systems development, and technical risk identification and management strategies.

• Exceptional analytical and computational skills.

• Demonstrated ability to work and communicate with technical and specialty subject matter expert engineers to drive systems engineering products.

• An active Top Secret with SCI eligibility U.S. Security Clearance is required

Preferred Qualifications:

• Advanced degree in Engineering, Physics, or a related field.

• Extensive experience with common industry system & mission modeling tools and languages, such as STK, Free Flyer, Cameo…