Senior Systems Engineer - Analysis and BudgetsTukwila, WAAbout Us: BlackSky is a real-time intelligence company. We own and operate the world's most advanced space-based intelligence platform and provide customers satellite imagery, automated analytics and high-frequency monitoring of strategic locations, economic assets, and events from around the globe. BlackSky is trusted by the most demanding allied military and intelligence organizations and commercial companies to deliver foresight into critical matters that affect national security and the economy. BlackSky's data enables governments and businesses to see, understand and anticipate change as it happens, giving them the ultimate strategic advantage so they can act quickly. Our global team works with cutting-edge technology to make a difference around the world and prides itself on being people-first, customer-focused and fun.Job Summary: Systems Engineers at BlackSky are the glue that ensures that all the components, subsystems, parts, hardware, software come together to produce best-in-class spacecraft.
BlackSky is seeking a proven spacecraft systems engineer to provide a key role in the definition, verification, assembly, and delivery of our industry-defining spacecraft. You will be involved throughout the engineering lifecycle, from creating and understanding mission needs through design, integration, test, and ultimately the operation of spacecraft in orbit. Success in the role requires daily collaboration with a diverse set of team members – mechanical, electrical, software, and test engineers, operators, and program managers. Reporting to the Director, Systems Engineering, this role works in our Tukwila, WA office with a hybrid on-site schedule of 3 days and significant flexibility for part-time remote work.Responsibilities:Organize, lead, and support development of internal and customer-facing Systems Engineering deliverablesBuild and refine automated tools for analyzing test, analysis, and other verification data at the component, subsystem, vehicle, and constellation levels.Define and decompose system CONOPS into vehicle, subsystem, and component requirementsBuild and maintain tools to rapidly generate space?vehicle technical budgets and analysis productsDevelop system, subsystem, and component verification and test plansCommunicate technical information (analysis results, findings, trades) to peers, the Program Chief Engineer, program management, and customersSeek, identify, and implement automation solutions to streamline workflows across Engineering, Production, and OperationsRepresent Systems Engineering within subsystem?focused Integrated Product Teams (IPTs) to ensure needs are met and sound SE practices are appliedProvide technical oversight of component/unit suppliers and support supply chain activitiesOther job-related duties as assignedRequired Qualifications:Bachelor of Science in Engineering (Computer Science, Aerospace, Systems, or Electrical preferred)Minimum of 5+ years of experience in the Aerospace or Defense Industry, with at least 2 years of experience conducting analysis of real-time hardware and software systemsProficient with Python for data analysisStrong foundation for developing component and subsystem software modelsStrong understanding of spacecraft, subsystem behaviors, and associated dependenciesDemonstrated ability to produce satellite budgets and analyses (power, mass, reliability, etc.)Proficient with requirements management practicesExperience developing systems engineering artifacts: Interface Control Documents, Internal block diagrams, activity diagrams, sequence diagrams, state machines, etc.Strong sense of ownership, innate sense of urgency, and bias toward eliminating waste and inefficiencyPreferred Qualifications:Demonstrated technical depth in a spacecraft subsystem or payloadExperience with requirements tracking tools (e.g. Jama, DOORS)Experience with Jira, Confluence, GitHub, or other similar toolsStrong understanding of spacecraft avionics, the space environment, basic astrodynamics, and related spacecraft design considerationsExperience with Ansys System Tool Kit (STK) or similar simulation toolsExperience with Model Based Systems Engineering tools and SysMLExperience working within a Scaled Agile or comparable Agile frameworkLife at BlackSky for full-time benefits eligible employees includes:Medical, dental, vision, disability, group term life and AD&D, voluntary life and AD&D insuranceBlackSky pays 100% of employee-only premiums for medical, dental and vision and contributes $100/month for out-of-pocket expenses!15 days of PTO, 11 Company holidays, four Floating Holidays (pro-rated based on hire date), one day of paid volunteerism leave per year, parental leave and more401(k) pre-tax and Roth deferral options with employer matchFlexible Spending AccountsEmployee Stock Purchase ProgramEmployee Assistance and Travel Assistance ProgramsEmployer matching donationsProfessional developmentMac or PC?
Your choice!Awesome swagThe anticipated salary range for candidates in Washington state is $125,000-$145,000 per year. The final compensation package offered to a successful candidate will be dependent on specific background and education. BlackSky is a multi-state employer, and this pay scale may not reflect salary ranges in other states or locations outside of Seattle, WA.BlackSky is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer All Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) you must be a U.S.
citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.