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Position Summary: Revolution Space is looking for a dynamic and growth-oriented   Principal Systems Engineer - Electric Propulsion with a mechanical background   to contribute to the full   life   cycle development of our   in-space   electric   propulsion products from requirements   development   through   deployed   operations   support. This engineer is expected to integrate with the existing technical team to: • Interface with   stakeholders to develop   product requirements   accounting for allocation flow-down and capability flow-up to enabling robust product development and verification in support of a   variety of spacecraft and   in-space use cases • Lead multidisciplinary technical teams   for product development and characterization leading to well defined and documented systems and capabilities • Develop and   maintain   key technical documentation (e.g.   interface definitions, theory of operations, etc.) • Serve as key interface to horizontally integrated detailed-design teams consisting of specialized   skillsets • Serve as the interface   to program or project management (e.g.   development and maintenance of salient schedule milestones) • Plan, evaluate & document test product and/or   component   campaigns for space and application suitability in conjunction with the Revolution Space test engineering team • In conjunction with our production   and configuration management   teams, prepare   appropriate documentation   to enable development & engineering level builds through   initial   low rate   production The ideal candidate will have   experience in a fast paced,   multi-disciplinary   environment and exposure to multiple program   phases from concept to   deployment.   As a system engineer, the ideal candidate will have broad knowledge of space system engineering practices   and depth in select   disciplines   such as:   propulsion   systems, fluidics, mechanical   engineering   and/or electrical   engineering. The position is full-time hybrid in Boston, MA or remote and available to be filled   immediately. Responsibilities: • Responsibility for the overall system architecture, including components and interfaces • Support   integration of Revolution Space’s thrusters onto   a   spacecraft. • Meet   program   or project   objectives • Support   technical business development activities. • Develop   appropriate documentation   (ICDs, User Guides, etc.) • Identify   and flow up technological constraints Required Qualifications: • Bachelor's degree aerospace engineering, mechanical engineering, electrical engineering,   or related STEM field. • 15+ years space systems engineering experience • Knowledge of spacecraft/satellite needs and requirements • Knowledge of space industry standards, protocols, and constraints related to flight and ground system development. • Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills with a strong focus on quality and reliability. • Strong communication   and documentation skills to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams across engineering disciplines. • Ability to excel in a fast-paced environment Preferred Qualifications: • Master’s degree in aerospace engineering, mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, or   related STEM field. • 20+ years of space systems development experience • Experience designing and analyzing space systems. • Previous   experience developing flight or ground systems for space • Experience with space system test sequences (acceptance, qualification, etc.). • Experience with spacecraft/satellite mission planning and/or operations. • Electric or chemical space propulsion experience. Benefits: • Paid holidays, sick time and unmetered vacation • Excellent health and dental plans with 80% employer contribution • 4% company matching 401k with immediate vesting • Life insurance • Long term / Short term disability To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, applicants must be U.S. citizens, lawful permanents residents of the U.S., or protected individuals as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3). All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or any other protected factor. About Revolution Space At Revolution Space we're building advanced space systems for the 21st century. Every employee at Revolution Space works on projects that are critical to our company’s future by ensuring our products work on orbit every time.