Senior Systems Engineer
Katalyst Space Technologies · Broomfield, Colorado, United States
Posted about 3 months ago · $120,000 - $180,000
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Is this posting real?
- This role has been open
- 81 days Katalyst Space Technologies's roles stay open a median of 82 days
- Reposted
- No
- Salary listed
- Yes 98% of Katalyst Space Technologies's roles list one
- Ghost-job risk at Katalyst Space Technologies
- high 42 stale, 0 reposted of 42 open
- Hiring momentum
- 46 roles opened in the last 90 days ↑ up vs. the prior 90 days
- Last confirmed on the employer's board
- 2026-10-24
Measured from postings appearing on and disappearing from Katalyst Space Technologies's own greenhouse board since 2026-08-03. Full hiring picture for Katalyst Space Technologies.
About this role
As a Senior Systems Engineer at Katalyst, you will lead the architecture and technical execution of advanced robotic spacecraft, overseeing the entire process from concept to flight operations. Your responsibilities will include defining system requirements, driving cross-functional engineering efforts, and creating analyses to support product development decisions. You will collaborate closely with a team in a fast-paced environment, ensuring successful spacecraft programs while maintaining a focus on mission objectives and technical performance.
- benefits
- 3/5
- freshness
- 1/5
- career value
- 5/5
- role clarity
- 5/5
- pay transparency
- 5/5
Scored from the posting itself — how clearly the role is described, how much it says about pay and benefits, and how recently it was listed. Not a judgement of Katalyst Space Technologies as an employer.
What you need
- Bachelor's degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineering, or a related technical discipline
- 5+ years of experience developing complex aerospace, defense, robotics, or autonomous systems
- Demonstrated experience leading system architecture, requirements management, integration, verification, and validation activities for highly integrated hardware/software systems
- Strong technical communication skills with the ability to influence engineers, program leaders, customers, and external stakeholders
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, highly collaborative environment where ownership, initiative, and sound engineering judgment are essential
Nice to have
- Experience developing spacecraft, satellite, launch vehicle, robotic, or other mission-critical aerospace systems through flight qualification and operational deployment
- Proficiency with systems engineering tools and methodologies, including requirements management, model-based systems engineering (MBSE), trade studies, and technical risk management
- Experience leading major design reviews such as SRR, PDR, CDR, TRR, and FRR, including customer-facing technical engagements
- Familiarity with autonomy, guidance, navigation and control (GNC), mission operations, rendezvous and proximity operations (RPO), or on-orbit servicing missions
What you get
- Stock options & equity
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage
- 401(k)
- Unlimited PTO
- Catered lunches
Worth weighing
- Must be willing to work extended hours and weekends as needed
- Compensation is based on a case-by-case basis and may vary
- Role involves working on projects with the U.S. Department of Defense, requiring adherence to ITAR regulations
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Listed by Katalyst Space Technologies on their greenhouse job board, last confirmed open on 2026-10-24. PitchMeAI is not the employer.
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