Mission systems engineer job description

About Loft Orbital

Loft Orbital builds “shareable” satellites, providing a fast & simple path to orbit for organizations that require access to space. Powered by our hardware & software products, we operate satellites, fly customer payloads onboard, and handle entire missions from end to end - significantly reducing the lead-time and risk of a traditional space mission.

Our standard interface enables us to fly multiple customer payloads on the same satellite, with capabilities such as earth imagery, weather & climate /science data collection, IoT connectivity, in-orbit demonstrations, and national security missions. Our customers trust us to manage their space infrastructure, so they can focus on what matters most to them: operating their mission and collecting their data.

With 2 satellites on-orbit and a wave of exciting missions launching soon, we are scaling up quickly across our offices in San Francisco, CA | Golden, CO | and Toulouse, France.

Wanna Join the Adventure?

Loft is hiring a Chief Engineer to provide technical leadership on our satellite missions, from early phases of CONOPS design and system design to integration, test, and in-orbit operations. The breadth of this role spans detailed analysis and testing to the management of requirements and verification methodology.

As the Chief Engineer of Loft's mission team, you will work on multiple satellite missions simultaneously, each with a unique, multi-payload configuration. You will work cross-functionally across multiple Loft teams: satellite operation software, payload interface software, mission engineering and AIT.

*Research shows that while men apply to jobs where they meet an average of 60% of the criteria, women and other marginalized people tend to only apply when they meet 100% of the qualifications. At Loft, we value respectful debate and people who aren't afraid to challenge assumptions. We strongly encourage you to apply, even if you don't ‘check all the boxes.
About this role:Develop and maintain technical budgets for spacecraft performance.Develop and manage system requirements and verification techniques.Develop and evolve mission CONOPS, supporting the development of Service Level Agreements with Loft's customers Develop test procedures and participate in the integration and test campaign at our spacecraft manufacturer's site Assist with program management and product management.Develop, in collaboration with team members, interface specifications, CONOPS definition, and other design documents.Build and establish engineering standards and best practices with technical stakeholders at the company
Must Haves:10-15 years of experience as a systems engineer in the space industry Demonstrated experience as a technical specialist on specific spacecraft subsystems as well as system-level experience Demonstrated experience in small satellite assembly, integration and test campaigns Experience in a fast-paced development environment.Experience and passion for working in a software-centric environment Prior experience delivering a spacecraft to orbit and/or space-qualified hardware to a customer Prior experience working on a specific spacecraft subsystem or technical discipline Preferred: Experience in Electrical and Command and Data Handling a major plus
Some of Our Awesome Benefits:Comprehensive dental, medical and vision insurance 401(k) plan and equity Daily catered lunches Cross office travel opportunities between San Francisco, Colorado, and Toulouse, FranceGenerous maternity and paternity leave Off-sites and many happy hours Foreign language classes We offer relocation assistance when applicable
At Loft, you'll be given the autonomy and ownership to solve significant challenges, but with a close-knit and supportive team at your back. We believe that diversity and community are the foundation of an open culture. We are committed to hiring the best people regardless of background and make their time at Loft the most fulfilling period of their career

We value kind, supportive and team-oriented collaborators. It is also crucial for us that you are a problem solver and a great communicator. As our team is international, you will need strong English skills to better collaborate, easily communicate complex ideas and convey important messages.

There are amazing things happening at Bell, which means we're looking to add to our world-class engineering. We're building the future as we support the Army with the modernization of their fleet in the Future Vertical Lift program. To do this we need hands-on, creative engineers with experience in the transportation, defense, robotics, software, or aerospace industry to create the future of Army Aviation: Bell's V-280 Valor. We're a winning team, solving complex problems, with purpose-driven work changing the way the world flies.
Mission Systems Engineer (Multiple Openings):


The Bell V-280 Future Long-Range Assault Aircraft (FLRAA) Future Vertical Lift (FVL) Program is seeking multiple Mission Systems Engineers to develop solutions on safety critical and mission critical avionics systems constrained by size, weight, and power and cyber assured environments. These systems must meet the highest levels of safety standards, levels of rigor and design assurances required by the Department of Defense (DOD), Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), and National Security Agency (NSA) certification authorities as they are deployed on Future Vertical Lift (FVL) Programs. Bell is seeking Mission Systems Engineers to join the company's Advanced Vertical Lift Systems team. The individuals will support the development of next-generation vertical lift weapon systems. These positions will be part of a diverse team of engineers capable of executing in a fast-paced environment.

We are seeking an experienced Mission System Mechanical, Electrical and Software Engineers to provide mission systems integration design and verification for major vertical lift programs. Experience with Rotary Platforms is preferred.


Position Responsibilities:


Coordinating with mission system suppliers in the development, integration, and testing of displays, communication and navigation systems, RF and EO/IR sensor systems, aircraft survivability equipment (ASE), weapon system integration, and autonomous teaming. The position also focuses on system and software integration, requirements management, systems specifications, interface management, system safety assessment, validation and verification testing in systems integration labs, aircraft flight test, and aircraft/system qualification and certification.


Position Responsibilities:
Support all phases of development from initial proposal development through successful design, qualification, integration testing, flight test, and production. Creation of system architecture and system schematics. Collaboration with Bell Engineers from other disciplines to include electrical power, flight controls, propulsion, airframe structures, rotors, fuel, hydraulics and drive systems. Analyze and resolve hardware/software integration issues as they arise Creation of system performance specifications, interface control documents, and test plans/procedures. Development of test requirements to drive systems integration lab and flight test aircraft instrumentation design. Perform hardware and software integration testing of multiple systems operating together in a systems integration lab Coordinate between Bell engineering teams, suppliers and customers.
We know our people are what make us who we are, which means we are here to support you. We have openings in our Engineering teams across many disciplines and levels, so you might be looking to start your career with Bell, or you might want to bring your many years of technical expertise to bear on the complex problems we have to solve. Either way, we want to talk to you about a career with us.



If you're coming to us from outside of the Dallas-Fort Worth area, we can't wait to tell you about the amazing advantages of living here. We're rapidly expanding and adding new team members, and we want our new crew to feel supported as they make their transition to Dallas-Fort Worth. Your start and move date should align with your life and needs - talk to our recruiters about how we can be flexible with your needs.



Education Requirements:


- Bachelor's Degree in Engineering - or a Science, Technology, or a Math (STEM) discipline - is required. Major in Electrical Engineering or Software Engineering is preferred.


Position Requirements:
Experience at all levels will be considered. Positions at various Engineering levels will be offered, depending on experience level. Experience in military platform avionics and mission system integration is preferred. Experience with qualification to standards such as RTCA DO-160, MIL-STD-810, MIL-STD-883, MIL-STD-461, MIL-STD-464, RTCA DO-178, DO-326A and RTCA DO-254 is preferred. Specific experience with some or all of the following is preferred. Targeting, Weapons, EO/IR Sensors, Radars, HUD/HMD, Aircraft Survivability Equipment (ASE) and/or Autonomous Teaming Communications Systems: VHF/UHF, SATCOM, TCDL, ICS Navigation: EGI, GPS, IFF, ADS-B, TCAS, ILS, TACAN, Radar Altimeter, Air Data, TF/TA Modular Open Systems Architectures, Model Based Systems Engineering, Open Standards (e.g. Future Avionics Capability Environment (FACE), Hardware Open Systems Technologies (HOST), Sensor Open System Architecture (SOSA)) Familiarity with System Safety Assessments and Failure Hazard Analysis is required. Demonstrated engineering intuition, critical thinking, and comfort with ambiguity is required. Must have strong oral and written skills, as this position involves working with a diverse team of experienced professionals, customers and suppliers Must have the ability to work collaboratively in multi-disciplinary teams to define cross-functional interfaces, and conduct air vehicle level trade studies as designs move from concept to production Must be eligible to obtain and maintain a U.S. DoD Secret Clearance (Preferred) #CJ
You have the unique opportunity to join a different kind of team; one that is focused on pushing boundaries, one that advocates for our customers by presenting them with the very best and by cultivating a culture of inclusivity and excitement for what's ahead.



We're an award-winning organization with a legacy of reliability, precision, and exceeding expectations. Be on the forefront of flight technology and join our team! If you want to get the scoop on our culture, leadership and benefits directly from our employees, you can check out our verified employee reviews exclusively on our partner site Comparably at comparably.com/companies/bell.

TSC is seeking a Mission Engineer II in Dahlgren, VA. This position supports the V20 Division at Naval Surface Warfare Center, Dahlgren Division (NSWCDD) .

TSC offers a professional working environment, a competitive salary, and an excellent benefits package. Come and join our team!

Responsibilities:

This position requires a flexible individual with experience in:

• System and engineering support for the certification of current and future Naval Surface Combat Systems.
• Perform Combat System certification assessments in accordance with Program Executive Office Integrated Warfare Systems (PEO IWS) combat system certification policy, including assessments of mission effectiveness, capabilities, and limitations to understand and characterize the risks associated with deployment of a Combat System.
• Provide recommendations and assist in translating certification critical defects into operational risks, impacts, and guidance.
• Gather, assess, and maintain artifacts that can be used as Objective Quality Evidence (OQE) for certification.
• Generate certification related documentation and briefing material including Certification Plans, Statement of Findings (SOFs), assessment reports, status reports, and Combat System authorization and certification letters.
• Plan, schedule, and coordinate authorization and deployment panels.
• Communicate with, interact, and provide briefs to senior DoD/DoN personnel.
• Provide recommendations to improve process, and tools to support an enterprise certification approach.

Required Qualifications:

• Six years of General Surface Navy Combat Systems engineering experience.
• Current DoD Secret Clearance
• U.S. Citizenship required

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with Combat System, Warfare System or Element certification processes
• Applicants should be detail oriented, highly organized with the ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.

TSC Benefits:

TSC offers a stable work environment, a competitive salary, and a comprehensive benefit package; including ESOP participation, 401k Plan, Flexible Work Schedules, Tuition Reimbursement, Co-Sponsored Health Plan, Paid Leave and much more.

Applying to TSC:

Only those candidates invited for an interview will be contacted. Employment at TSC is contingent upon the successful completion of a comprehensive background check, security investigation, and a drug screening.

TSC is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability or any other protected class .