Maxar Space Systems is a leading provider of comprehensive space technologies. We deliver innovative solutions to government and commercial customers helping them unlock the promise of space to solve problems on Earth and beyond. We address a broad spectrum of needs for our customers, including mission systems engineering, product design, spacecraft manufacturing, assembly, integration and testing. Maxar Space Systems is a trusted partner in commercial and government missions, combining more than 60 years of deep mission understanding with reliable performance and longevity.
Maxar is currently seeking a Lead Software Systems Engineer (SSE) to join our Systems Engineering Team. In this role, you will support our World View Legion program, Maxar's agile, high-accuracy imaging mission and product line. As a Software Systems Engineer the successful candidate must be technical deep in software development and is expected to cover the program lifecycle through launch and on orbit operations.
The SSE will interface between the Software organization, Systems Engineering, Subsystems Engineers (Thermal, Power, Electrical, etc), System Integration and Test, the Program Office, and the customer. Interfaces inside the software organization include Ground Software, Dynamics and Controls, Flight Software, Simulations Software, Hardware Testbed and Avionics Emulators, and Software Verification and Validation. We are seeking an experienced candidate with a proven track record of working independently in a fast-paced environment and whose work ethic reflects action and problem solving. The successful candidate must function in an ambiguous environment with a focused intention to eliminate ambiguity with properly vetted solutions.
This role will be performed in our Palo Alto, California or our Westminster Colorado facility.
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Our salary ranges are market-driven and set to allow for flexibility. Individual pay will be competitive based on a candidate's unique set of knowledge, skills, and geographic diversity, with earnings potential commensurate with experience. The range for this position is:
$137,000.00 - $229,000.00 annually.Maxar employees must follow all applicable Maxar policies and COVID-19 requirements as well as those of Maxar customers and third parties. Individual job requirements may vary, and Maxar reserves the right to modify its policies and requirements as it deems appropriate in accordance with applicable law.
Maxar Technologies values diversity in the workplace and is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.