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Astroscale U.S. Inc. is a leading provider of on-orbit servicing solutions - including inspection, transportation, life extension, debris removal and refueling - for the U.S. government, partner governments and commercial operators around the world. Headquartered in Denver, Colorado, Astroscale U.S. applies world-class rendezvous, proximity operations and docking capabilities, mission design, policy, and economics expertise to solve the complex challenges our customers face.\nAstroscale U.S. Inc. is currently seeking a Senior Spacecraft Design Engineer to join our team in our Denver, Colorado location. In this role, you will work on systems design of a variety of programs for Astroscale service missions. You will be integral to developing the on-orbit servicing solutions that will deliver our vision of a sustainable space environment.\n Deliver an integrated technical solution for a satellite system that meets the prime’s expectations, mission requirements and concept of operations. \nDefine, create, and management of necessary systems engineering artifacts and management of the satellite technical baseline. \nLead interface definition for deployment and hosting of on-orbit servicing payloads. \nLeverage technical knowledge to analyze, investigate and resolve technical risks and exploit opportunities. \nAct as the primary technical liaison to the prime contractor. Extensive working groups, manage scope across diverse perspectives, lead/own. \nSupport meetings across international time zones. \nKeep the project within the cost and schedule provided through risk management and program milestones. \nEnforce compliance with relevant standards and requirements including for flight safety, launch, and licensing.\nDomestic and international travel (Overseeing AI&T, TRR through satellite delivery, launch vehicle integration.\n Demonstrated experience with on-time satellite delivery, including management of CONOPS, requirements, ICDs and technical budgets through operations. \nUnderstanding of all aspects of the satellite system life cycle, including designing and analyzing space and ground segments to the subsystem level. \nOn-orbit rendezvous and proximity operations experience is highly desired. \nFamiliarity with spacecraft level environmental testing, launch, and commissioning. \nComfortable working in a fast-paced, dynamic work environment; self-driven and motivated. \nMust possess the ability to understand new concepts quickly and apply them accurately and organize work assignments to meet established timetables. \nStrong communication, computer, documentation, presentation, and interpersonal skills are required, as well as the ability to work both independently and as part of a team. \nExperienced professional with greater than 8 years’ experience in engineering and operations with at least 2 years in a technical leadership role. \nBachelor’s degree minimum, Master’s degree or PhD preferred in science, technology, engineering or math, or equivalent experience. \n If you’re passionate about our mission and believe you’d be an outstanding addition to our team, don’t worry about checking every single box-or having a background solely in aerospace or defense. 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