Engineer I - Space Vehicle Engineer

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Boulder, CO, USA
Hybrid
65K-110K Annually
Entry level
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The Role
Supports systems engineering for spacecraft, space vehicles, payloads, subsystems, and components throughout development, verification, delivery, and operations. Responsibilities include requirements allocation and traceability, technical documentation, systems engineering process execution, gate review preparation, verification and integration testing, and customer presentations. The role is primarily on-site and may involve laboratory, production, cleanroom, and outdoor environments. A bachelor’s degree in engineering or a related technical field is required; clearance eligibility is required for potential future access.
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Job Description
Join the Space Vehicle Engineering team - a diverse group of motivated problem solvers. We like to have fun and enjoy life - both at work, and in our free time. We're excited about the challenging projects we're involved in and have a strong commitment to the missions we enable. Offering growth opportunities at all levels of skill and experience, we're looking for leaders and innovators who can continue our strong reputation for creativity and technical excellence, while helping to define the future.
In this position, you will support the Space Vehicle or Spacecraft Engineering team through development, test and delivery of highly capable space systems ensuring the company delivers a system that meets our customers' technical performance specifications and their mission needs.
This is a challenging, fast-paced job which will be exciting and highly gratifying for the successful candidate.
Make a difference. Love what you do. Realize your full potential.
The Engineering, Science and Analysis (ESA) Strategic Capabilities Unit comprises the technical talent and organizational leadership that enables the successful delivery of high-impact discriminating technologies for our customers' missions. Our collaborative, cross-functional teams are committed to innovation, integrity, continual learning and strong execution.
What You'll Do:
  • Provide systems engineering support of technical teams for the development, verification, delivery, and operations of Space Vehicles, Spacecrafts, Payloads, Subsystems and/or Components.
  • Support the proper allocation, traceability, and verification of requirements at all levels through the lifecycle of the program.
  • Coordinate with multiple subject matter experts to develop the necessary requirements allocation, analysis, and verification artifacts.
  • Create and manage technical definition documentation up and down the "V".
  • Execute to the System Engineering Management Plan (SEMP).
  • Support expectations, preparations, and delivery for major gate reviews (SRR, PDR, CDR, PSR).
  • Support requirements verification and integration and test activities.
  • Prepare and give presentations to peers, management, and customers.
  • Maintain a regular and predictable work schedule.
  • Establish and maintain effective working relationships within the department, the Strategic Business Units, Strategic Capabilities Units and the Company. Interact appropriately with others in order to maintain a positive and productive work environment.
  • Perform other duties as necessary.

On-Site Work Environment: This position requires regular in-person engagement by working on-site three or more days each normally scheduled week in the primary work location. Travel and local commute between company campuses and other possible non-company locations may be required.
Working Conditions:
  • Work is performed in an office, laboratory, production floor, or cleanroom, outdoors or remote research environment.
  • May occasionally work in production work centers where use of protective equipment and gear is required.
  • May access other facilities in various weather conditions.

Required Education, Experience, & Skills
  • BS degree or higher in Engineering or a related technical field is required.
  • Each higher-level degree, i.e., Master's Degree or Ph.D., may substitute for two years of experience. Related technical experience may be considered in lieu of education. Degree must be from a university, college, or school which is accredited by an agency recognized by the US Secretary of Education, US Department of Education.
  • No clearance is required, but the successful candidate must have ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret/SCI clearance.
  • Demonstrated ability to be detail oriented and a self-starter that will own their tasks with appropriate direction.
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A security clearance or access with Polygraph is not required to be eligible for this position. However, the applicant must be willing and eligible for submission, depending on program requirements, after an offer is accepted and must be able to maintain the applicable clearance/access.
Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills
  • Experience using requirements database tools (DOORS, Jama, Cameo Requirements Modeler, e.g.).
  • Demonstrated experience leading multi-disciplinary teams including meeting schedule and performance goals.
  • Demonstrated experience with System Engineering, System Traceability, or Spacecraft component/subsystem management experience.
  • Familiarity with System Engineering, System Traceability, or Spacecraft component/subsystem management experience.
  • Demonstrated a mindset consistent with systems engineering processes, including requirements development, requirement allocation, change management, verification and validation
  • Good presentation skills with experience presenting.

Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $64926 - $110374
Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience.
Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20+ hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.
About BAE Systems Space & Mission Systems
BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace and security company which delivers a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it's what we do at BAE Systems. Working here means using your passion and ingenuity where it counts - defending national security with breakthrough technology, superior products, and intelligence solutions. As you develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills on a team-making a big impact on a global scale. At BAE Systems, you'll find a rewarding career that truly makes a difference.
Headquartered in Boulder, Colorado, Space & Mission Systems is a leading provider of national defense and civil space applications, advanced remote sensing, scientific and tactical systems for government and commercial customers. We continually pioneer ways to innovate spacecraft, mission payloads, optical systems, and other defense and civil capabilities. Powered by endlessly curious people with an unwavering mission focus, we continually discover ways to enable our customers to perform beyond expectation and protect what matters most.
This position will be posted for at least 5 calendar days. The posting will remain active until the position is filled, or a qualified pool of candidates is identified.
Multiple positions may be available on this opening.

Skills Required

  • Bachelor’s degree or higher in engineering or a related technical field from an accredited institution
  • Related technical experience may substitute for required education
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret/SCI clearance or applicable program clearance/access
  • Willingness and eligibility to be submitted for clearance or access after accepting an offer
  • Detail-oriented, self-starter who can own tasks with appropriate direction
  • Experience using requirements database tools such as DOORS, Jama, or Cameo Requirements Modeler
  • Experience leading multidisciplinary teams and meeting schedule and performance goals
  • Experience with systems engineering, system traceability, or spacecraft component/subsystem management
  • Understanding of requirements development, allocation, change management, verification, and validation
  • Strong presentation skills and experience presenting to peers, management, or customers

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BAE Systems, Inc. Compensation & Benefits Highlights

  • Healthcare Strength Benefits materials outline comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage alongside an EAP, fertility and transgender care, and HSA-compatible plans with employer HSA contributions noted for 2025.
  • Retirement Support A 401(k) plan with employer matching (varying by business unit) and added financial protections like life and accident insurance are consistently part of the package.
  • Parental & Family Support Paid parental leave from date of hire, adoption and surrogacy reimbursement, backup care, and caregiving resources signal robust support for families.

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The Company
HQ: Falls Church, VA
40,000 Employees
Year Founded: 1999

What We Do

Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it’s what we do. As a leading aerospace, defense, and security company, we work together to deliver a full range of products and services for air, land, space, and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. How we work is rooted in purpose – a purpose to protect those who protect us, to unite our community of colleagues and customers, and to drive forward the growth and development of our exceptional team members. It's where purpose connects.

Why Work With Us

We believe your career should be filled with innovation and discovery. And that's exactly what you'll find at BAE Systems. As you work to develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills and expand knowledge. On a sharp and collaborative team, you will be challenged – and supported – at every turn.

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