Be more than just an employee number! Join Terran Orbital, a leader in innovation, manufacturing, and operations in the satellite industry. We are a pioneer in the miniaturization of space technologies and the delivery of responsive space solutions. We are a unique, fast-growing, and trusted team focused on quickly and economically designing, building, launching, and operating state-of-the-art satellites for advanced mission constellations.

Terran Orbital is seeking an experienced Sr Principal Systems Engineer to join our growing team. Reporting to the VP of RF Systems & Payloads the Sr Principal Systems Engineer will act as a subject matter expert in spacecraft communications systems architecture and design. This position will play a key leadership role in the development of next-generation communication systems for innovative small satellite constellations. The Sr Principal Systems Engineer will also support the maturation and execution of the technical roadmap for spacecraft and payload products, including internal and customer-funded development activities.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• This position will be responsible for technical ownership of a system or subsystem and remain engaged throughout its lifecycle from concept through design, manufacturing, test, verification, calibration, and commissioning.
• Working customers to define system requirements and coordinate all technical aspects of the mission.
• Developing system architectures that efficiently satisfy customer and internal requirements
• Performing system trade studies and analyses to balance performance, risk, and cost.
• Working closely with multidisciplinary engineering teams to develop optimal solutions to complex problems
• Working with suppliers to define subsystem requirements and coordinate technical oversight of their performance
• Support other program and product teams, providing subject matter expertise, review, or input as required.