Systems Engineer

Title: Systems Engineer

Segment: Voyager Space

• Defense (Valley Tech Systems)

Location: Folsom, CA; Reno, NV

Job Type: Full Time

• Hybrid

Company Description: Voyager Space is dedicated to building a better future for humanity in space and on Earth. With over 35 years of spaceflight heritage and over 2,000 successful missions, Voyager is powering the commercial space revolution. Voyager delivers exploration, technology, and defense solutions to a global customer base that includes civil and national security agencies, commercial companies, academic and research institutions, and more.

Position Description:

Under minimal or no supervision, perform systems engineering tasks on fast-paced programs through the technical systems engineering processes. Perform as an engineering lead on assignments that involve technical performance modelling, simulation and controls engineering combined and participation in managing project systems engineering processes and procedures. Perform as a technical lead on projects, periodic testing campaigns and design reviews under the direction and supervision of Senior project personnel. Work within a team to promptly complete tasks. Communicate effectively to accomplish assignments and support others in accomplishing their assignments.

Responsibilities:

• Planning and managing Model Based Engineering disciplines for multiple projects

• Dynamic mathematical modeling and simulation of propulsion systems

• Solid rocket motor system sizing and performance calculations

• Participate in control system design, analyses and documentation.

• Prototyping of control system design algorithms, test software development and testing support

• Documentation of project requirements, and requirements verification methods

• Support project management in risk assessment and mitigation planning

Requirements:

• Able to obtain and maintain a U.S. security clearance (requires US Citizenship)

• Bachelor's degree is required in aerospace engineering, mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, or other relevant engineering discipline from an accredited college/university. May consider equivalent experience in lieu of degree.

• Four (4) years to seven (7) of systems engineering experience

• Five (5) years of solid rocket motor design and testing

• Working knowledge of MATLAB, MATLAB Simulink programming; LabVIEW or similar preferred

• Working knowledge of CAD software, SolidWorks preferred

• Experienced with Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Visio, and Project

• Proven ability to successfully operate in a highly collaborative team environment

• Possess excellent communication skills, with an emphasis on verbal and written communication

• Willingness to seek-out and assume increasing responsibilities as workload changes

Preferences:

• Master's degree in aerospace engineering, mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, or other relevant engineering discipline from an accredited college/university.

Salary Range: $90,000 - $175,000

Voyager Space

• Defense (Valley Tech Systems) offers a comprehensive, total compensation package, which includes competitive salary, a discretionary annual bonus plan, paid time off (PTO), a comprehensive health benefit package, retirement savings, wellness program, and various other benefits. When you join our team, you're not just an employee; you become part of a dynamic community dedicated to innovation and excellence.

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.

Voyager Space

• Defense (Valley Tech Systems) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

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The statements contained in this job description are intended to describe the general content and requirements for performance of this job. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job duties, responsibilities, and requirements. This job description is not an employment agreement or contract. Management has the exclusive right to alter the scope of work within the framework of this job description at any time without prior notice.