Senior Systems Integration and Test Engineer

Sierra Space

. Lead planning, specification, and execution of complex system integration and test activities .

Posted 9/23/2026full-timeCentennial • Colorado • United StatesSenior💰 $143,700 - $197,609 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Systems Engineering principles and practices, with a strong focus on the systems development lifecycle, requirements management, and systems integration. Proven ability to lead complex integration and test activities while effectively communicating with cross-functional teams and managing technical risks.

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Systems Engineering PrinciplesRequirements ManagementIntegration and Test PlanningSystems Integration and VerificationActive Secret U.S. Security Clearance

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Hard Skills

Systems Development LifecycleRequirements DerivationSystems Architecture DevelopmentVerification and Validation (V&V)Test Case DevelopmentTest Result AnalysisRisk ManagementConfiguration Management

Soft Skills

Problem-SolvingAttention to DetailCommunication

Tools & Technologies

DOORSCAMEO EARhapsodyMatlabSysML

Certifications & Qualifications

INCOSE Standards Certification

Industry Keywords

Spacecraft SystemsHardware and Software SubsystemsProject Management MethodologiesTechnical Performance Tracking

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead planning, specification, and execution of complex system integration and test activities
Collaborate with cross-functional teams and subject matter experts to understand project requirements and objectives
Oversee derivation, decomposition, allocation, tracing, and management of system requirements and architectures
Define and document system concepts of operation
Develop and execute integration and test plans, procedures, and test cases
Lead analysis and disposition of test results, anomalies, and discrepancies
Lead development milestone reviews, including integration and test readiness reviews, by creating artifacts and deliverables
Oversee system integration and verification activities across hardware and software subsystems
Identify and manage technical risks and develop mitigation strategies
Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives for integration and test processes
Adhere to established engineering processes and standards
Communicate with team members and stakeholders to ensure project alignment and successful execution
Promote Systems Engineering principles and develop systems thinking in others

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in a related field, or equivalent work experience in lieu of degree, or Master's degree plus 8 years of experience
Typically 10+ years of related experience, or Master's degree plus 8 years of experience
Expertise in Systems Engineering principles and practices, including comprehensive understanding of the systems development lifecycle
Progressive experience across the system development lifecycle, including requirements management, functional requirements parsing, derivation, and allocation
Progressive experience developing systems architecture and performing systems integration, verification, and validation (V&V) activities
Experience developing and executing integration and test plans, procedures, and test cases, including analysis and disposition of test results and anomalies
Ability to work and communicate with technical and specialty subject matter expert engineers
Active Secret U.S. Security Clearance required
U.S. Citizenship required
Preferred: Master's degree in Engineering, Physics, or a related field
Preferred: Experience with Requirements Management and Model Based Systems Engineering tools and frameworks, including DOORS, CAMEO EA, Rhapsody, Matlab, and SysML
Preferred: Experience with integration and test tools, environments, ground support equipment, test automation, and data acquisition/analysis tools
Preferred: Strong understanding of spacecraft systems, hardware and software subsystems and components
Preferred: Strong understanding of project management methodologies, risk management, technical performance tracking, technical baseline, and configuration management
Preferred: Experience leading projects and mentoring junior and mid-level engineers
Preferred: Experience or certification in INCOSE standards
Preferred: Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail
Preferred: Ability to adapt to a fast-paced and dynamic work environment

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, dental, and vision plans
401(k) with 150% match up to 6%
Life insurance
3 weeks paid time off
Personal and professional development opportunities
Reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities