layiq

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Principal Space Systems Research and Development Engineer at BlackSky | LAYIQ

Identify satellite technologies of strategic interest to the business; vet these ideas with senior leaders at BlackSky and down select to a focused set of pursuits (aka your portfolio).
Work with Sales/BD and Customer Program Managers to source R&D funds for your portfolio; this will include writing whitepapers, making pitch slides, and meeting with prospective customers, oftentimes at their facilities.
Once an idea has funding, you will drive the technical execution on the funded program. While you are executing on the program, you will also continue to assess the idea’s impact and feasibility. You may continue to evangelize an idea or you may realize a showstopping issue, such is the life of R&D! You aren’t beholden to a particular idea; you are beholden to positive impact and mission utility.
Once you have a validated prototype that is ready for integration into BlackSky’s operational architecture, you will work with Engineering to ensure a timely and effective transition from Advanced Concepts to the appropriate Engineering team.
Mentor other engineers to bring your extensive knowledge of exciting technologies and/or capabilities to BlackSky.
Other job-related duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Physics, or a comparable field.
Extensive experience as a systems engineer developing space systems (at least 12 years).
Direct work experience on multiple (5+) distinct flight programs to develop space hardware
Direct work experience as a tech lead on multiple (5+) space hardware development efforts
Experience working across multiple engineering disciplines, including electrical, mechanical, and software systems.
Multiple (5+) distinct experiences successfully capturing government contracts and working with US government customers to develop space systems.
Proven ability to drive cross-functional efforts and deliver results in fast-paced, schedule-critical environments.
Excellent organizational, communication, and writing skills for both technical and non-technical audiences.
Active Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility.

Principal Space Systems Research and Development Engineer

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