Hiring: Spacecraft Systems Engineer Company: Quantum Space Location: Rockville, MD Job Posted Time: 2026-09-16 16:26:41 Employment Type: Full-time Target Skills & Keywords : Assembly, CAD, Confluence, Jira, MATLAB, Python About the job Experience: •Deep technical background in spacecraft propulsion systems and high-delta-V mission design •Hands-on experience supporting spacecraft integration, environmental testing, launch campaigns, and flight operations •Operational familiarity with mission assurance, technical risk management, and systems engineering best practices •Solid functional working knowledge of CAD tools such as Creo or SolidWorks and multidisciplinary engineering principles across structural, thermal, and fluid systems •Programming or mission analysis experience using Python, MATLAB, or similar engineering tools Required Skills: •Lead spacecraft-level systems engineering activities, driving requirements development, interface management, design integration, and verification across propulsion, structures, avionics, software, guidance, navigation and control (GNC), and mission operations. •Play a critical role in ensuring technical excellence throughout the spacecraft lifecycle while partnering closely with multidisciplinary engineering teams, program leadership, customers, and mission stakeholders. Qualifications: •To comply with U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including ITAR, applicants must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, protected individual per 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. •Active U.S. security clearance or ability to obtain one Compensation: •$110,000 - $220,000 / year Interested candidates, please apply directly through the job posting on company's career page or try via AI auto apply on this platform. Don't miss this opportunity to join a forward-thinking team!