Senior Systems Engineer, MBSE

19 hours ago


Leesburg, Virginia, United States Iridium Satellite Full time
About Iridium Satellite

Iridium is an award-winning and innovative satellite communications company that provides critical communications services to individuals, businesses, and the Internet of Things. With a unique network that offers voice and data connectivity anywhere in the world, Iridium supports first responders, humanitarians, global militaries, scientific researchers, and lone workers, as well as ships, aircraft, and remote operations.

Job Summary

We are 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.

Key Responsibilities
  • Ensure 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
  • Develop MBSE models and artifacts, and manage and employ 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
  • 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
Requirements
  • 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
Preferred Qualifications
  • 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)
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. 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.


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