Principal Systems Engineer - Electric Propulsion

Revolution Space is building advanced space systems for the 21st century, and they are seeking a Principal Systems Engineer - Electric Propulsion to contribute to the development of in-space electric propulsion products. The role involves leading technical teams, developing product requirements, and maintaining key technical documentation throughout the product lifecycle.

Responsibilities:

• Responsibility for the overall system architecture, including components and interfaces
• Support integration of Revolution Space’s thrusters onto a spacecraft
• Meet program or project objectives
• Support technical business development activities
• Develop appropriate documentation (ICDs, User Guides, etc.)
• Identify and flow up technological constraints

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree aerospace engineering, mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, or related STEM field
• 15+ years space systems engineering experience
• Knowledge of spacecraft/satellite needs and requirements
• Knowledge of space industry standards, protocols, and constraints related to flight and ground system development
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills with a strong focus on quality and reliability
• Strong communication and documentation skills to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams across engineering disciplines
• Ability to excel in a fast-paced environment
• Master's degree in aerospace engineering, mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, or related STEM field
• 20+ years of space systems development experience
• Experience designing and analyzing space systems
• Previous experience developing flight or ground systems for space
• Experience with space system test sequences (acceptance, qualification, etc.)
• Experience with spacecraft/satellite mission planning and/or operations
• Electric or chemical space propulsion experience