Principal Systems Engineer

Principal Systems Engineer – Lunar Mobility & Space Robotics

We are supporting an innovative space robotics company developing next-generation lunar mobility and autonomous systems for future planetary exploration missions. As they continue to expand, they are seeking a Principal Systems Engineer to play a key leadership role across one of their flagship lunar vehicle programs.

This is an opportunity to work at the forefront of lunar surface mobility, helping drive the design, integration, testing, and deployment of complex robotic and spacecraft systems in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment.

As Principal Systems Engineer, you will lead Systems Engineering, Integration & Test (SEIT) activities across advanced lunar mobility programs, working closely with multidisciplinary engineering teams and external partners to ensure successful system development and mission execution. You will help shape system architectures, manage technical requirements, oversee integration and verification activities, and provide technical leadership across highly complex engineering programs designed for operation in extreme environments.

• Lead systems engineering activities across advanced lunar mobility and robotic systems programs
• Drive requirements definition, traceability, verification, and validation activities
• Support the design, integration, testing, and deployment of spacecraft and autonomous systems
• Coordinate with internal teams, suppliers, vendors, and external partners to ensure successful program execution
• Develop and manage technical documentation including ICDs, IDDs, trade studies, CONOPS, and risk assessments
• Participate in technical reviews, stakeholder meetings, and customer presentations
• Support project planning, technical decision-making, and overall systems architecture development
• Mentor engineers and provide technical leadership across multidisciplinary teams

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related technical field
• 10+ years of experience within systems engineering, product development, or complex hardware programs
• Strong background in requirements management and systems architecture
• Experience working with spacecraft, robotics, autonomous systems, or other highly complex engineering products
• Strong understanding of mechanical, electrical, and software system integration
• Experience working with technical documentation, interface control, and verification processes

• Lunar mobility, robotics, automotive, or autonomous vehicle experience
• Previous leadership or SEIT management experience
• PMP certification
• Experience supporting government contracts or regulated aerospace programs

This is a rare opportunity to help build technologies that will directly contribute to the future of lunar exploration and long-duration space operations. You’ll be joining a team developing real systems for real missions, working on cutting-edge robotics, mobility, and autonomous technologies designed for the Moon and beyond.