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About Sidus Space

Sidus Space is an innovative space and defense technology company offering satellite manufacturing, AI-driven space-based data solutions, mission planning and management, and space hardware manufacturing. Headquartered on Florida's Space Coast, we operate a 35,000-square-foot manufacturing, assembly, integration, and testing facility with direct access to launch facilities.

The Role

You will be part of the team responsible for design, development, assembly, integration, test, and verification of satellites and related product technologies. This is a technical leadership position requiring cross-functional coordination and full lifecycle engineering expertise.

What You Will Do

• Drive research and development of new satellite and mission system technologies, creating specifications, interface control documents, and test artifacts for structural, instrumentation, communication, propulsion, and operational systems.
• Support design, prototyping, and validation of PCB-level electronics for spacecraft and ground systems, collaborating with electrical, mechanical, and software teams.
• Partner with cross-functional engineering groups to troubleshoot complex subsystem issues, applying rigorous methodologies to refine designs and mature concepts into flight-ready hardware.
• Provide expert guidance for installation, functional testing, redesign, and technology upgrades across satellite architectures, ground infrastructure, and mission operations.
• Maintain detailed engineering documentation including verification matrices, test results, configuration records, and lifecycle data packages.
• Deliver clear technical communication to internal teams, external customers, and mission partners.
• Support innovation, rapid prototyping, and continuous improvement across spacecraft development programs.

Required Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Systems Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related STEM field (equivalent combination of education and experience may substitute).
• 10 years of broad engineering experience with systems architecture and design, systems documentation, requirements, and verification.
• 3+ years of supervisory experience.
• Experience with DOORS, CRADLE, DevOps, or other systems engineering lifecycle tools.
• Proficiency in Microsoft 365.

Required Qualifications

• Experience with full product lifecycles for complex systems blending electrical, mechanical, and software elements.
• Background in spacecraft systems design, especially electrical power systems and space environment considerations.
• Experience developing and executing acceptance and qualification tests for spaceflight hardware.
• Familiarity with modern PCB design workflows (schematics, layout, testing, manufacturing).
• Working knowledge of power electronics, high-speed digital design, and RF circuits.

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods standing or walking on hard surfaces.
• Travel less than 10%.
• Ability to lift up to 30 lbs.

Workplace

Onsite in Cape Canaveral, Florida.

Eligibility

To conform to U.S. Government International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), you must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.

All candidates selected will be subject to a background investigation and drug screen.

Total Rewards

Competitive salary, best-in-class benefit program with employer-paid portion, and 401(k) matching on Day One. Additional benefits include paid time off, 11 paid holidays, adjustable stand-up desks, employee referral bonus program, educational assistance, and professional training opportunities.