Iridium is an award-winning and innovative satellite communications company with bragging rights to the only network that offers voice and data connectivity anywhere in the world.   For over 20 years, Iridium’s unique network and services have supported critical communications needs for individuals, businesses, and the evolving Internet of Things.

At Iridium, we understand the importance of staying connected and the limitations of traditional communications networks. People across the globe, including first responders, humanitarians, global militaries, scientific researchers, and lone workers, as well as ships, aircraft and remote operations all rely on Iridium to stay connected. We take our responsibility for providing these essential communications very seriously and pride ourselves on offering a reliable lifeline when needed.  Likewise, Iridium is committed to providing an exciting and innovative workplace, where employees are challenged to think outside the box and collaborate on new, bold ideas and solutions.  Our talented teams are passionate about their work and the impact our company makes around the world.  Iridium fosters an empowering and inclusive culture that allows employees to genuinely be their best selves.   We are looking for others who want to join this truly unique company that celebrates our employees and provides the opportunity to truly make a difference in the world.

What We’re Looking For:

If you are looking for a collaborative work environment where you’ll have the opportunity to be part of a team on the forefront of one of the most advanced satellite constellations in the world, then you will be excited about the Systems Engineer III, Proposal Development opening with Iridium for a Space Development Agency (SDA) project. As a System Engineer III, you’ll assist with independently delivering high-quality results and solutions as it relates to short and long-term strategic proposals, plans, and objectives under the direction of senior management. In this role, you’ll collaborate with Engineers and Program Management (PM) and support technical aspects of the architecture and design of the ground segment.

This position requires an active/current Secret Security Clearance or the ability to obtain a Secret Security Clearance (A U.S. Security Clearance that has been active in the past 24 months is considered active).

What You’ll Do:

• Play a role in developing the technical execution of the program proposal process, working in tandem with other stakeholders to develop Request for Proposals (RFP) and Basis of Estimates (BOE)
• Use depth of knowledge to drive and define line of business/functional knowledge, ensuring system engineering best practices and processes are applied to ground and payload controller systems developed for various external projects
• Work independently to perform requirements analysis, definition, decomposition and management for Space and Ground Segments
• Independently recognize and propose solutions to issues; consider past experiences and stakeholder needs in decision making
• Work closely with other project System Engineers on current government-based projects
• Collaborate with the Program Managers and other key stakeholders to determine resource needs, technical development schedules, and major milestones
• Play a role in conducting required system analysis (functional & performance), interface definition, and detailed trade studies, analyzing multiple data sources to respond to frequent, complex, and high impact situations
• Be responsible for the coordination and delivery of technical assignments designed with end goals in mind
• Be responsible for ensuring that projects meet technical performance targets, deliver quality results, and activities are well-designed and meet overall project objectives

What You’ll Need to Succeed:

• Bachelor’s degree in Systems Engineering, or related field
• 5+ years of relevant experience in the defense, aerospace, or space industry
• Strong knowledge of system engineering methodologies and AGILE processes
• Strong familiarity with tools and software applications that support system engineering best practices
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to confidently present products, deliverables, analyses, and/or issues
• Possess an analytical mindset, with the ability to understand a situation or problem and think critically to make decisions or come up with solutions
• Be comfortable managing upward, including being a proactive communicator and asking for help when needed
• Have confidence and be able to establish valuable relationships with others
• Must be able to prioritize key tasks and have a strong sense of ownership over your work
• Be active in seeking out ways to continuously improve yourself and gain new knowledge

Things That Would be Great if You Brought to the Table:

• Knowledge and experience with designing, developing, and operating Space Vehicle Subsystems
• Knowledge and experience with aspects of the Hardware Software Development Life Cycle process
• Working knowledge of networking protocols, routers, switches, etc.
• Familiarity with Atlassian Tool Suite such JIRA, R4J and Confluence

We’ll also need you to:

• Be able to work in the office at least 2 days a week to foster collaboration with the team and stakeholders
• Be able to travel up to 25%
• Be a U.S. Citizen

Work Environment:

This position primarily works in an office setting and is largely sedentary with the majority of the position working with a computer. The role typically requires the use of basic office equipment such as a phone, video, computer, keyboard, mouse, and printer. 

Iridium is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including individuals with disabilities and protected veterans.