Chief Systems Engineer at E-Space — NeverHard

Ready to make connectivity from space universally accessible, secure and actionable? Then you’ve come to the right place! E-Space is bridging Earth and space to enable hyper-scaled deployments of Internet of Things (IoT) solutions and services. We are building a highly-advanced low Earth orbit (LEO) space system that will fundamentally change the design, economics, manufacturing and service deliveryassociated with traditional satellite and terrestrial IoT systems. We’re intentional, we’re unapologetically curious and we’re 100% committed to innovate space-based communications and deliver actionable intelligence that will expand global economies, protect space and our planet and enhance our overall quality of life. The CSE holds the highest technical authority in the Space Systems Organization below the CTO. This is the single point of accountability for spacecraft system architecture, all Interface Control Documents, the Verification & Validation Plan, Requirements Compliance closure, and the system-level AI&T campaign. With Space Systems Electrical Engineering (SSEE) as an organic fifth function, the CSE also holds sole authority over the spacecraft-level electrical architecture and the electrical ICD framework to which every hardware VP and Semiconductor Development designs. The scope extends beyond the spacecraft — the CSE owns theprogramdigital thread connecting requirements through design, verification, as-built records, and on-orbit telemetry. What you’ll be doing: System architecture—requirementsdecomposition, allocation to subsystem budgets, ICD development and baseline control, and trade space management across mass, power, pointing, and cost. Verification & Validation— V&V plan development, TPM definition and tracking, requirements compliance matrix management, environmental test planning (TVAC, vibration/acoustic, EMI/EMC), and test data disposition. Electrical systems— spacecraft-level power distribution, grounding and shielding, EMI/EMC (MIL-STD-461 or equivalent), signal integrity, and connector/harness standards; sufficient depth to own the electrical ICD framework and evaluate design compliance across all subsystems. Integration & Test— AI&T campaign planning and execution,FlatSatand HIL facility operations, environmental test readiness review process, and anomaly investigation and disposition. Configuration management— configuration baseline control, CCB process administration, and engineering change order management across both engineering and production phases. Digital thread / MBSE— connecting requirements, design artifacts, verification evidence, and as-built records in a traceable data architecture; working familiarity with MBSE tools (DOORS NG, Cameo,SysML) and digital thread architectures. What you bring to this role: 15+yearsprogressive systems engineering experience in the space industry, with at least one flight projectcarriedfrom SRR through on-orbit operations. Constellation program experience— direct accountability for spacecraft-level architecture, cross-vehicle interface management, or system-level verification across a multi-satellite fleet. This is a required differentiator, not a preference. ICD and design review leadership— direct responsibility for requirements traceability and verification closure; presented and defended technical baselines at formal design reviews (SRR, PDR, CDR, QR) before a standing review board. Digital communications background—demonstratedbackground in RF link design, phased array systems, modem/waveform, or OSI Layer 1–2 protocol architecture. Priorsubsystem depth— hands-on subsystem leadership (payload, bus, or ground) before transitioning to systems engineering. This prior depth is the foundation for the technical credibilityrequiredto arbitrate disputes across RF, power, structures, software, and semiconductors. Team leadership—demonstratedrecord of building and developing multi-discipline systems engineering teams, includingrecruitingandretainingPrincipal Engineers. Candidates mustdemonstratethe ability to make and defend binding technical decisions under uncertainty — including accepting residual risk with documented rationale — andto holda technical position under schedule or cost pressure. Experiencepresenting toand defending technical baselines before external review boards isrequire This is a full time, exempt position, based out of our Saratoga office. The target base pay for this position is $190,000- $225,000annually. The total compensation packaged will be determined by various factors such as your relevant job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. This role requires access to controlled technical data. Under U.S. law (ITAR/EAR), we can only consider U.S. persons (U.S. citizens, lawful permanent residents, and individuals granted asylum or refugee status). E-Space is not currently able to provide employment sponsorship for candidates who do not hold work authorization for the location of this role. Benefits An opportunity to really make a difference Sustainability at our core Fair and honest workplace Innovative thinking is encouraged Competitive salaries Continuous learning and development Health and wellness care options Financial solutions for the future Optional legal services (US only) Paid holidays Paid time off #J-18808-Ljbffr