HawkEye 360 is currently seeking a Principal Space Systems Engineer to join the Space Team. The mission of the Space Systems Engineering group is to build, test, launch, operate and maintain a constellation of small commercial satellites. The Space Systems group is also responsible for integrating with a segment of groundstations to provide communications with these satellites. The satellite clusters and ground segments provide the platform for RF data collection that is essential to HawkEye 36-’s core business.

HawkEye 360 is looking for a Systems Engineer to lead the design and development of our next generation of satellite bus platform. We are looking for a candidate with good problem solving skills, who is creative and has a passion for working with and developing new innovative technology.

As the Principal Space Systems Engineer, your main responsibilities will be:

• Develop future spacecraft bus architecture strategy to support our next generation of RF collection payloads
• Perform technical oversight of vendors and spacecraft bus suppliers to ensure successful design and development of future clusters.
• Lead requirements collection from customers and product team, and flow-down those requirements to mission, sub-system and unit level.
• Work with our development team leads to execute technical program roadmaps and vision for the entire mission lifecycle.. 
• Lead a small team of subject matter experts in ADCS, Thermal, and Simulation
• Stay up-to-date and informed of the latest technologies and advancements in the small satellite industry and share your findings and insights about their potential utility for our technical development effort.
• Support expanding our strategy for vertical integration of small satellite production

Your skills and qualifications:
Education and experience:

• 10+ years professional experience in the satellite industry
• BS in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering or related field, or equivalent experience
• Experience designing mission-critical hardware and supporting remote hardware operations.
• Experience managing a small team of engineers.

Essential:

• Ability to collaborate within and across teams effectively
• A passion for completing a job well - Attention to detail
• A good attitude and team-oriented spirit

Desirable:​​​​​​

• MS in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering
• Experience building and operating small satellites from initial requirements gathering, design, assembly, environmental testing, launch, and LEOPS.
• A curious outlook – willingness to learn new things and solutions to fit the problem
• Experience in a fast-paced, small company where priorities can change rapidly
• Good analytical and strategic skills, with excellent written and presentation abilities.
• Interest in mentoring junior engineers

Company Overview:
HawkEye 360 is delivering a revolutionary source of global knowledge based on radio frequency (RF) geospatial analytics to those working to make the world a safer place. The company operates a commercial satellite constellation that detects, geolocates, and identifies a broad range of signals & behaviors. We employ cutting edge AI techniques to equip our global customers with high-impact insights needed to make decisions with confidence. HawkEye 360 is headquartered in Herndon, Virginia.

HawkEye 360 is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.

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