Systems Engineer

Space Systems Integration (SSI) is a fast-growing engineering company that provides aerospace solutions to a variety of government and commercial customers. Our employees are forward-thinking, self-directed individuals who are committed to solving our customers’ technical challenges.

SSI is seeking a Systems Engineer for a role in El Segundo, CA.

The role focuses heavily on applying systems engineering principles to develop and integrate space, ground, and communication segments, ensuring technical excellence, innovation, and alignment with mission objectives.

Role and Responsibilities include:

• Lead the end-to-end systems engineering lifecycle, including requirements definition, integration, testing, and verification.
• Develop and manage technical baselines, Interface Control Documents (ICDs), and system performance goals.
• Oversee technical reviews (SRR, PDR, CDR) and evaluate contractor designs to ensure alignment with mission objectives.
• Identify, assess, and mitigate risks through detailed analyses and trade studies.
• Direct the integration of space, ground, and communication segments to ensure system readiness.
• Apply advanced configuration and change management practices to maintain consistency and traceability.
• Collaborate with government and contractor teams, facilitating cross-functional reviews and technical interchange meetings (TIMs).
• Align technical strategies with the Warfighting Acquisition System (WAS) philosophy to enable rapid capability delivery.