Senior Systems Engineer, MBSE

1 month ago


Chandler, United States Iridium Satellite Full time


Senior Systems Engineer, MBSE

Job Locations

US-AZ-Chandler | US-VA-Leesburg

Job ID

2024-3977

Category

Engineering

Worker Category

Regular Full-Time[F]

Company Overview

Iridium is an award-winning and innovative satellite communications company with bragging rights to the only network that offers voice and data connectivity anywhere in the world. For over 20 years, Iridium's unique network and services have supported critical communications needs for individuals, businesses, and the evolving Internet of Things.

At Iridium, we understand the importance of staying connected and the limitations of traditional communications networks. People across the globe, including first responders, humanitarians, global militaries, scientific researchers, and lone workers, as well as ships, aircraft and remote operations all rely on Iridium to stay connected. We take our responsibility for providing these essential communications very seriously and pride ourselves on offering a reliable lifeline when needed. Likewise, Iridium is committed to providing an exciting and innovative workplace, where employees are challenged to think outside the box and collaborate on new, bold ideas and solutions. Our talented teams are passionate about their work and the impact our company makes around the world. Iridium fosters an empowering and inclusive culture that allows employees to genuinely be their best selves. We are looking for others who want to join this truly unique company that celebrates our employees and provides the opportunity to truly make a difference in the world.

Position Summary, Job Requirements & Responsibilities

What We're Looking For:

Iridium is seeking a motivated Modeling and Simulation Systems Engineer to join our Government Programs Solutions Engineering Team on a Space Development Agency (SDA) project. As a Modeling and Simulation Systems Engineer, you will work on the high-fidelity physics-based and requirements-based modeling and analysis of space and ground network systems. If you enjoy new challenges and dynamic environments, then we want to talk to you

What You'll Do:

  • Be responsible for ensuring the logical and systematic conversion of customer or product requirements into total systems solution utilizing best practices from Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE)
  • Establish system architecture and CONOPS (Concept of Operations), perform system trades and analysis, flow down the architecture and CONOPS into requirements and interfaces, and support verification planning
  • Utilize the latest in MBSE tools (Cameo) and processes to generate synergistic models to establish linkages across verification artifacts and requirements
  • Be responsible for developing MBSE models and artifacts, and managing and employing System Engineering (SE) standard methods, SE processes, and Digital Engineering tools to accomplish requirements analysis, problem diagnosis and solution design, integration and test preparation, risk assessment and mitigation planning, and related activities
  • Be responsible for system lifecycle including technical planning, system hardware-software-network design, development and integration, verification and validation, and fielding by performing systems requirements analysis, functional analysis, timeline analysis, trade studies, requirements allocation and interface definition, technical management, integration, system testing, and quality assurance
  • Work independently to perform Satellite Space Segment and Ground Segment Trade Studies based on MBSE analyses
  • Play a key role in major reviews such as: Systems Requirements Review (SRR), Preliminary Design Review (PDR), and Program Increment Demonstrations
  • Autonomously perform simulations and analyses that ensure system designs meet technical performance targets
  • Build, maintain, and contribute to Modeling and Simulation of both space and ground network architectures


Experience & Education Requirements / EEO

What You'll Need to Succeed:

  • Bachelor's degree in Systems Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related STEM fields
  • 8+ years of related Systems Engineering experience for complex technical projects, preferably direct experience in Satellite telecommunications, protocols, ground networks, electronic products development/manufacturing
  • Experience with Model-Based Systems Engineering software and languages such as MagicDraw/Cameo and SysML/UML or similar languages
  • Experience with Systems Tool Kit (STK) or similar physical modeling software
  • Ability to learn and understand the functionality of the overall Project System and Subsystems and model them accordingly
  • Strong communication skills, with the ability to confidently present products, deliverables, analyses, and/or issues
  • Possess an analytical mindset, with the ability to understand a situation or problem and think critically to make decisions or come up with solutions
  • Be comfortable managing upward, including being a proactive communicator and asking for help when needed
  • Have confidence and be able to establish valuable relationships with others
  • Must be able to prioritize key tasks and have a strong sense of ownership over your work
  • Be active in seeking out ways to continuously improve yourself and gain new knowledge
  • Be accountable for the success of yourself and your team

Things That Would be Great if You Brought to the Table:

  • Master's degree in Systems Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related STEM fields
  • Programming languages such as C++, Java, Python, Shell scripting
  • Working knowledge of networking, Satellite link budgets, routers, switches, etc.
  • Familiarity with Tool Suite such as R4J, Jira and Confluence
  • Strong knowledge of system engineering methodologies
  • A good understanding of tools and software applications that support system engineering best practices
  • Experience with orbital mechanics, Satellite launches and early orbit Satellite functions
  • Ability to work on U.S. Government programs (CUI (Controlled Unclassified Information) minimum, but ability to gain or having an active Top Secret Security Clearance is preferred)

We'll also need you to:

  • Be able to travel up to 10%
  • Be able to work in the office at least 2 days a week to foster collaboration with the team and stakeholders
  • Be a US Citizen with no dual citizenships

Work Environment:

This position primarily works in the company office or in a home office. The position is largely sedentary with the majority of the position sitting in a chair and working with a computer. The role uses basic office equipment including a phone, video, computer, keyboard, mouse and printer. For meetings in-person, this position will need to be able stand, walk within the office and climb stairs on occasion.

Iridium is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or status as a protected veteran. EOE of Minorities/Females/ Vets/Disability and other protected categories.



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