Command and Data Handling Systems Engineer
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The Command and Data Handling Systems Engineer supports C&DH subsystem engineering through requirements definition and flow down, systems design and analysis, integration, testing, and verification. The role resolves technical issues and ensures hardware and software are flight worthy before delivery, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams across spacecraft and related engineering disciplines. Foundational networking knowledge is sought, while familiarity with system modeling and simulation tools such as SysML and Cameo is a plus.
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Job Description
C&DH 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 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 TCP/IP, routing, switching, and network protocols relevant to aerospace systems. Some familiarity with system modeling and simulation tools, including Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) tools (e.g., SysML, Cameo) will be a plus.
Skills and Requirements
- Active 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
- Experienced, Level 3: 5+ years of related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience
- Lead, Level 4: 9+ years of related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience
- Willing to travel 10% of the time domestically and internationally is preferred
We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or the recruiting process, please send a request to [email protected].
How this job compares
Set against the 11,543 open Systems Engineer jobs on Olive Jobs, counted November 12, 2026.
- Pay
- This postingNot listed
- California median$140–210K/yr1,698 salary ranges
- California median$70–85/hr47 hourly ranges
- Openings
- Olive Jobs lists 1,976 open Systems Engineer jobs in California and 11,543 across the US. 5% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
- Hiring the most in California
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- Experience
- This posting asks for at least 3 years of experience; Systems Engineer postings that state a minimum ask for 5 years at the median (9,608 postings).
- Education
- 4,347 of the 11,543 open Systems Engineer jobs (38%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.
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