Senior Engineering Manager - Systems Engineering

1w1 week ago

CesiumAstro

El Segundo, US · Full-time · $190,000 – $250,000

About this role

CesiumAstro develops out-of-the-box communication systems for satellites, UAVs, launch vehicles, and airborne platforms. The Senior Manager of Systems Engineering leads the team in developing complex, state-of-the-art space vehicles and payload systems. They oversee functional management of the department, including processes for requirements management and verification.

This role involves deploying resources to programs, developing standard processes for the Systems Engineering Lifecycle, and serving as primary technical contact with customers. Leads requirements definition, decomposition, CONOPS development, verification planning, and risk assessment. Collaborates closely with business development, conceptual design, and functional engineering teams on architecture concepts.

Work in a dynamic, cross-functional environment that fosters hands-on, interactive, and autonomous contributions. Build an inclusive culture characterized by mutual respect, valuing differences, and motivating employees. Promote engagement with company culture and values within the Systems Engineering team.

Support career development through mentoring, performance evaluations, and training programs. Partner with recruitment to meet staffing goals for business growth. Drive accountability, innovation, efficiency, and continuous improvement across the team.

Requirements

U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, conditional resident, asylee, refugee, or eligible to obtain required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State
Experience leading systems engineering teams in development of space vehicles and payload systems for space and airborne applications
Proficiency in requirements definition and decomposition, CONOPS development, verification planning, and risk assessment
Strong background in systems engineering lifecycle processes including conceptual design
Demonstrated ability in functional management, resource deployment, and customer interfaces
Expertise collaborating with business development and engineering teams on architecture concepts for communications systems
Proven mentoring and performance evaluation skills in a technical engineering environment

Responsibilities

Lead a team of skilled Systems Engineers fostering a culture of innovation, efficiency, and continuous improvement
Provide employee task assignments, connecting efforts to the bigger picture and creating an inclusive work environment
Drive accountability ensuring milestones are met and customer expectations for quality and delivery
Set clear performance objectives, provide regular feedback, and conduct performance evaluations
Partner with recruitment to ensure staffing goals are met in support of business growth
Ensure necessary training and certification programs align with business and employee development needs
Develop standard processes for requirements management, verification and validation plans, and conceptual design
Mentor department members, coordinate activities, and support career development