Systems Engineer I Verified today

Sierra Space · Louisville, CO · Space Systems · first seen 2026-07-21

About the Role

Within the Flight Operations organization, Flight Planning and Design is responsible for planning missions for the Dream Chaser program and supporting real-time Dream Chaser mission operations.

You will utilize custom flight design tools based in FreeFlyer and MATLAB to design spacecraft trajectory to meet mission needs. You will work closely with hardware and software engineers, flight science analysts, and other flight control disciplines to integrate products including timelines, procedures, trajectories, and attitudes.

You will complete training requirements and participate in training simulations on your path toward flight controller certification. Upon certification, you will provide real-time mission support from Mission Control Center (MCC) in Louisville, CO.

What You Need

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in a related field (or equivalent work experience in lieu of degree)
0 to 2 years of experience
Strong background in orbital mechanics or spacecraft attitude dynamics
Highly organized and detail oriented
Clear and concise communication skills (written and verbal)
Ability and willingness to learn new subjects and disciplines
Practical knowledge of engineering principles and practices
Self-starter and problem-solver comfortable working in a fast-paced, often-changing environment
Ability to work effectively under pressure as part of a team
Ability to pass the flight controller certification and physical may be a condition of continued employment
Position based in Louisville, CO. Some shiftwork will be required during mission operations.

Preferred Qualifications:

MATLAB
STK or FreeFlyer
Microsoft Office Tools
Tool development including a GUI (in any coding language)
Technical writing: detailed process documentation
Strong foundation in Orbital Mechanics
Strong foundation in Spacecraft Attitudes
Experience studying or working with Kalman Filters

Compensation

Pay Range: $77,685.00 to $106,816.50

Your actual base compensation will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on job-related knowledge and skills, education, experience, internal equity, and market competitiveness.

What We Offer

Sierra Space is committed to your personal and professional development. We offer a generous benefit package including medical, dental, and vision plans, 401(k) with 150% match up to 6%, life insurance, and 3 weeks paid time off.