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.

About the Role

Are you a bold thinker? We dream big at Sierra Space—advocating the exploration of space, keeping service members safe and creating the systems that keep our world united and sustain our way of living. Join our team! As a Systems Engineer, you will be using your skills and expertise to research, architect, model, simulate, test, certify and improve cutting edge products and services. You'll be developing complex system architectures within contextual modeling platforms, ushering them from operational concept through preliminary and detailed design, simulation, and test using progressive tools. As a cross-functional engineer, you are in charge of system-level ownership of new products and processes through the product lifecycle.

Sierra Space is seeking a Sr Systems Engineer - Program Protection Mission Cyber Lead to join our expanding Sierra Space Defense team. You will join a team of Systems Engineers as they use MBSE tools and practices to develop requirements, system architectures, concepts of operation and facilitate successful development milestones on a novel spacecraft system.  The Sr Systems Engineer leads and drives the development and implementation of advanced system solutions by providing alignment, connection and direction to the technical team throughout the product development lifecycle. The successful candidate should possess an enthusiasm for space protection and systems development and should demonstrate the ability to understand and champion a systems viewpoint throughout the development.

Come join Sierra Space as we continue to expand our Defense portfolio. We are seeking dynamic and innovative professional personnel that support the vision of Defense programs in the OPIR mission area. This is your chance to be at the forefront of cutting-edge technology, working alongside the brightest minds in the industry to develop and deploy advanced space-based infrared surveillance systems. If you are passionate about pushing the boundaries of what's possible and making a tangible impact on national security, we want you on our team!

Key Responsibilities:  

• Developing, managing, and implementing program processes and procedures to mitigate compromise of program.

• Developing, managing, and implementing procedures to mitigate compromise of mission attributes.

• Identifying new and evolving threats for current and future space-based capabilities.

• Analyzing denial/deception and Perception Management technique.

• Monitoring foreign and domestic space assets to aid in operational and tactical space domain awareness.

• Developing Pre/Post engagement assessments for Probability of Detection and Mission Effectiveness.

• Ongoing identification of program risks and resolutions.

About You  

 

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 Bachelor's degree in a related field (or equivalent work experience in lieu of degree or Masters +8 yrs experience).  

• Typically 10+ years of related