Systems Engineer I Verified today
About the Role
The Systems Engineer I contributes to the development and implementation of advanced system solutions by providing alignment and connection to the technical team throughout the product development lifecycle. You will specify, architect, and integrate complex system solutions while collaborating with cross-functional teams to understand project requirements and objectives.
Your responsibilities include:
- Derive, decompose, allocate, trace, and manage system requirements and architectures to ensure alignment with project goals
- Support development milestone reviews by creating artifacts and deliverables
- Participate in system integration and verification activities to ensure system functionality and performance
- Identify and manage technical risks and develop mitigation strategies
- Adhere to established engineering processes and standards
- Communicate effectively with team members and stakeholders to ensure project alignment and successful execution
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in a related field (or equivalent work experience in lieu of degree)
- Typically entry-level, 0-2 years of experience
- Basic knowledge and understanding of systems design and development principles
- Ability to work in a team and follow instructions from senior engineers
- Ability to clearly communicate verbally and in writing
Preferred Qualifications
- Practical understanding of Systems Engineering principles and practices, including basic understanding of the systems development lifecycle
- Experience with Requirements Management and Model Based Systems Engineering tools such as DOORS, CAMEO EA, Rhapsody, Matlab, and SysML
- Experience with risk management, technical performance tracking, systems integration, and system verification and validation
- Familiarity with technical baseline and configuration management
- Experience or certification in INCOSE standards
- Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
- Ability to adapt to a fast-paced and dynamic work environment
- Participated in 2026 SS Intern Academy
Compensation
Pay Range: $77,685.00 - $106,816.50
Your actual base compensation will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on job-related knowledge and skills, education, experience, internal equity and market competitiveness.
Benefits
Sierra Space offers a generous benefit package including medical, dental, and vision plans, 401(k) with 150% match up to 6%, life insurance, 3 weeks paid time off, and more.