terranorbitalcorporation

Systems Engineering Architect

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At a Glance

Location
Irvine, California, United States
Experience
12+ years
Posted
2026-03-05T12:57:49-05:00

Key Requirements

Domain Knowledge

  • Aerospace
  • Defense
  • Education
  • Engineering
  • Environmental
  • Finance
  • Government
  • Insurance
  • Legal
  • Manufacturing
  • Medical
  • Regulatory

Requirements

12+ years of experience in spacecraft systems engineering and architecture.

Demonstrated expertise across avionics, power, propulsion, security, computer architecture, communications, and navigation subsystems.

Proven track record architecting complex “systems of systems” for space missions.

Strong background in RF communications, SDRs, antennas, DSP, and navigation algorithms.

Experience developing technology roadmaps and leading AoA for complex technical systems.

Knowledge of spacecraft integration, verification, and environmental qualification.

Responsibilities

Define and implement spacecraft system architecture roadmaps aligned with mission objectives.

Lead Analysis of Alternatives (AoA) to evaluate avionics, power, propulsion, communication, and navigation solutions.

Establish technical standards and architectures that support interoperability across platforms.

Architect end-to-end satellite solutions spanning avionics, power, propulsion, security, computer systems, communications, and navigation.

Collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering teams in subsystem design, integration, and qualification.

Champion innovative approaches to increase performance, reduce costs, and accelerate development cycles.