Senior Spacecraft Command & Data Handling (C&DH) Systems Engineer
Chipton-Ross is seeking 3 Senior Spacecraft Command & Data Handling (C&DH) Systems Engineer for a contract opportunity in El Segundo, CA.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS (REQUIRED SKILLS/EXPERIENCE):
• Active U.S. Secret Security Clearance
• Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology (including Manufacturing Technology), Computer Science, Data Science, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry or non-US equivalent qualifications directly related to the work statement
• 3+ years of experience working in aerospace, defense, or similar high-tech industry
POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:
Seeking Command and Data Handling/Networking Subsystem Engineers to develop and manage C&DHN Subsystems for client secured autonomous satellite network systems. C&DHN Subsystem engineering assignments include requirements definition and flow down, systems design and analysis, systems integration, test, and verification. You will resolve technical issues and ensure hardware and software are flight worthy prior to delivery. Ability to work collaboratively in multidisciplinary teams is crucial. You will work with management and experts across multiple disciplines including GNC and Autonomy subsystem engineering, software engineering, Communications Security (COMSEC) design, Transmission Security (TRANSEC) design, electronic hardware design & test, spacecraft integration, and end-to-end system engineering. Foundational knowledge of networking principles including SpaceWire data routing, switching, and network protocols relevant to aerospace systems. Duties may include (but are not limited to):
• Gather, define, and document system level requirements to support flight control and mission or trajectory requirements definition
• Provide technical, cost, and schedule status to program and function
• Participate and support with cost and schedule reduction initiatives
• Develop and maintain comprehensive subsystem specifications and unit specs with REA support
• Work on subsystem-to-subsystem interface requirements and C&DHN subsystem hardware Subcontract/Contract Data Requirements List (SDRLs/CDRLs)
• Create and release subsystem level analyses such as traffic analysis, TM accuracy, sampling, command pacing
• Perform Subsystem Architecture (including Block Diagram) and technology insertion (including COMSEC Roadmap)
• Assure COMSEC implementation and CNSSP-12 compliance including cybersecurity and information assurance
• Prepare and present C&DHN subsystem design reviews (PDR, CDR, etc.) for customer and Program SEIT interface
• Input to Spacecraft Database, FSW, and Flight ROPs
• Define and maintain satellite C&DH process writings (DMS guides)
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS (DESIRED SKILLS/EXPERIENCE):
• 9+ years of related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Some familiarity with system modeling and simulation tools, including Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) tools (e.g., SysML, Cameo) will be a plus.
REQUIRED EDUCATION:
Minimum of a Bachelor of Science degree from an accredited course of study in engineering, computer science, mathematics, physics or chemistry (e.g. Bachelor's and 9 or more years' experience, Master's with 7 or more years' experience or PhD with 4 or more years' experience. Bachelor, Master or Doctorate of Science). In the USA, ABET accreditation is the preferred, although not required, accreditation standard.
WORK HOURS:
FULL TIME/FIRST SHIFT; 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM
ADDITIONAL:
Applicants responding to this position will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements by currently possessing the ability to view classified government information.
Job Location: El Segundo, CA
Rate: Up to $109.41 DOE
Duration: 12 Months
Input Date: 11/11/2026
Attention: Melody Mullins
Address: 420 CULVER BLVD
City, State: PLAYA DEL REY, CA 90293
Phone: 310/414-7800 X286
800 Phone: 800/927-9318
Fax Phone: 310/414-7808
Email: mmullins@chiptonross.com
Website: www.chiptonross.com
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