Sr. Systems Engineer - Mechanical

At Lanteris Space Systems we are building upon a 60+ year legacy of innovation, from designing high-gain antennas for NASA’s Voyager missions to developing the next generation of earth imaging satellites. We are seeking a Sr. Systems Engineer in Palo Alto, CA to apply expertise in Mechanical, Structural, and Configuration subsystems to support our space programs.

• Develop and validate a Concept of Operations (Con Ops).
• Decompose, flow‑down, and manage system requirements at the mission, system, subsystem, and component levels.
• Maintain requirements development and update compliance matrices.
• Develop and maintain system budgets for mass, power, and data.
• Execute full system validation and verification plans.
• Lead customer discussions regarding system design decisions.
• Define and conceptualize mechanical interface and operability requirements.
• Facilitate collaboration among subsystem engineers to ensure compliance.
• Model interpersonal behaviors that promote psychological safety and belonging.
• Provide senior technical oversight to ensure quality, rigor, and discipline in systems engineering.
• Identify technical risks and opportunities, implement mitigation plans, and drive risk management.
• Support proposal development and explore new business opportunities.
• Oversee spacecraft testing and review test results.

• U.S. citizen or permanent resident.
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, physics, or a STEM field (or four additional years of experience may be substituted for a degree).
• Five years of relevant experience in systems engineering or real‑time control of complex systems, with emphasis on Mechanical, Structural, or Configuration subsystems design and verification.
• General understanding of spacecraft design and product life cycle.

• Previous experience on United States Government programs.
• Experience with requirements management systems such as DOORS, JAMA, etc.
• Familiarity with risk management.
• Strong communication and presentation skills.
• Experience developing technical processes and tailoring them for unique programs.
• Experience coding in C, C++, Python, or Matlab and creating software tools for verification activities.
• Familiarity with software architecture, verification, and validation.

The base pay for this position in California ranges from $117,000 to $195,000 annually. We offer a comprehensive benefits package including paid time off, health and welfare insurance, and a 401(k) plan.

Lanteris Space Systems is an equal‑opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.