Senior System Engineer (El Segundo)

Lumicity is partnered with a leading aerospace start up in El Segundo. Looking for a Senior Systems Engineer to own end-to-end architecture and integration of a cutting-edge remote-sensing space mission. You’ll act as the end-to-end technical authority across payload, spacecraft, launch, ground systems, and mission operations - driving system integration, performance, and reliability to ensure successful deployment and sustained on-orbit operations.

Onsite | MUST BE US CITIZEN

Ideal experience:
12+ years in spacecraft or remote-sensing systems engineering
Strong experience with system architecture, requirements, and integration/testing
Deep knowledge of spacecraft subsystems (GN&C, ADCS, power, thermal, avionics, TT&C, propulsion, OBDH)
Experience with mission analysis and modeling (SNR/radiometric budgets, link budgets, pointing/jitter, data throughput)
Proven leadership across complex, cross-functional engineering teams

Nice to have:
Experience with EO/IR, hyperspectral, or SAR systems; modeling tools (Python/MATLAB); startup or rapid development environments

What’s offered:
Competitive compensation + early-stage equity
100% employer-paid health benefits
Opportunity to lead a high-impact, mission-critical program