[Hiring] Senior Engineer - Launch Integration @AIRBUS U.S. Space & Defense, Inc.

Role Description

Airbus U.S. is looking for an enthusiastic and creative engineer to develop solutions for new satellite systems and their integration to space launch vehicles. We're looking for candidates who can bring exceptional engineering skills and strong experience in aerospace programs to the team.

The Sr. Launch Integration Engineer is part of the Launch Mission Manager team that is responsible for the successful execution of launch base campaigns for Airbus U.S. space vehicles. This role focuses on defining and managing mechanical and electrical interfaces and team logistics to meet our customer commitments. This engineer will be involved in the full lifecycle of development, from requirements definition through day-of-launch operations. Being at the cutting edge of space technology, we need someone who is eager to learn, grow, and take on new and potentially unfamiliar challenges. There is no shortage of fascinating problems to solve.

The Sr. Launch Integration Engineer will lead moderate and complex assignments, reporting to the Director - Systems Engineering.

Responsibilities

• Launch Integration and Analysis (75%)
  • Lead launch integration activities for Airbus spacecraft platforms, including ARROW.
  • Analyze, design, and/or develop launch interfaces and requirements, to include:
    • Launcher selection and mechanical adaptation.
    • Electrical interfaces and umbilical connections.
    • Space Vehicle separation systems.
    • Launch site processing, including transportation and SV tests.
  • Ensure SV and Dispenser design requirements are consistent with launch vehicle flow-downs.
  • Develop and manage launch vehicle interface documentation.
  • Manage data exchange for modeling and verification efforts necessary for a launch campaign.
  • Lead cross-functional planning, coordination, and task execution situations involving the full spectrum of engineering and integration activities.
  • Oversee systems safety analysis of satellite bus and dispenser hardware and delivery of range safety documentation.
  • Lead requirements definition, design, and development efforts for launch site electrical ground support equipment (EGSE) to meet program-specific or product line needs.
  • Chair technical exchange meetings with customers, launch services providers and/or dispenser vendors.
  • Coordinate with cross-functional engineering teams to develop solutions to launch vehicle interface challenges.
  • Lead the evaluation and procurement of potential launch dispenser and separation system products.
• Roadmap Development (15%)
  • Support Airbus spacecraft development product roadmap: includes design adjustments, schedule, and cost targets aligned for future business captures.
  • Lead the definition of spacecraft customization process for customer mission needs.
• Additional Responsibilities (10%)
  • Perform all the necessary launch system engineering activities to build, to maintain and to evolve the Airbus spacecraft products.
  • Promote and optimize cost savings by reuse of the heritage platform designs and manufacturing infrastructures in the pursuit of various constellation prospects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in STEM (Science, Technical, Engineering, Math) or related scientific areas.
• Preferred: Master's in STEM (Science, Technical, Engineering, Math) or related scientific areas.

Requirements

• A minimum of 9 years with a Bachelor's degree, or 7 years with a Master's degree.
• Preferred: Proven track-record of working with aerospace hardware and/or software systems, starting from conceptual designs and tradeoffs thru detailed design, development, manufacture, integration, test, deployment, and operations.
• Familiarity with launch vehicle systems such as Falcon9, Atlas, Electron, Soyuz, Ariane 5, etc.
• Familiarity with rideshare and multi-payload launch systems (ESPA class, Cubesat launches, etc.)
• Familiarity with elements of space mission architectures extending beyond launch - including satellite platform, flight operations, mission CONOPS, user interfaces, etc.
• Familiarity with industry range safety standards (AFSPCMAN 91-710 and/or NASA 8719.24).
• Communicate in a clear and concise manner effectively across multiple levels.
• Be team-minded and ready to work in a multi-functional and multi-cultural, fast-moving and complex/technical environment.
• Flexible attitude and strong initiative.
• Demonstrated ability to deliver results.

Travel Required

• Periodic travel (less than 20%) to Airbus U.S. facilities or partner companies.
• Periodic travel (less than 20%) for support of domestic launch campaigns.
• Occasional International travel to collaborate with European Airbus counterparts or foreign vendors.

Eligibility

• US Citizenship is required.

Clearance

• Active Top-Secret clearance is required.

Physical Requirements

• Vision: able to see and read computer screen and other electronic equipment with screens, able to read documents.
• Hearing: able to hear to participate in conversations in person and via teleconference or phone and to hear sounds including safety warnings or alarms.
• Equipment Operation: able to operate most office and personal electronic equipment.
• Carrying: able to carry documents, electronic equipment and/or supplies up to 40lbs/9kg.
• Lifting: able to lift documents, electronic equipment and/or supplies up to 40lbs/9kg.
• Sitting: able to sit for long periods of time in meetings, working on computer.
• Squatting / Kneeling: able to occasionally squat or kneel to retrieve or replace items shelved on bottom shelves.
• Standing: able to stand for long periods of time.
• Walking: able to walk through office and outside areas including uneven surfaces.