Systems Engineering Manager

Sidus Space® (NASDAQ: SIDU) is an innovative space and defense technology company offering flexible, cost-effective solutions, including satellite manufacturing and technology integration, AI-driven space-based data solutions, mission planning and management operations, AI/ML products and services, and space and defense hardware manufacturing. With its mission of Space Access Reimagined®, Sidus Space is committed to rapid innovation, adaptable and cost-effective solutions, and the optimization of space system and data collection performance. With demonstrated space heritage, including manufacturing and operating its own satellite and sensor system, LizzieSat®, Sidus Space serves government, defense, intelligence, and commercial companies around the globe.

Strategically headquartered on Florida’s Space Coast, Sidus Space operates a 35,000-square-foot space manufacturing, assembly, integration, and testing facility and provides easy access to nearby launch facilities. But it’s our people who truly set us apart. We foster a culture of collaboration, continuous learning, and agility, empowering our team to innovate and evolve in a rapidly changing industry. Join us at Sidus Space to be part of something extraordinary and help shape the future of space access!

Job Summary

The Systems Engineering Manager leads a multidisciplinary engineering team responsible for system architecture, requirements development, integration, test, and verification of complex aerospace and embedded systems. This position is approximately 80% technical leadership and hands-on engineering, and 20% people and project management.

Candidates may come from various backgrounds - satellites, embedded systems, electronics development, mission systems, aviation, defense hardware, or similar engineering domains. The role emphasizes strong systems thinking, cross-functional leadership, and ownership of technical execution rather than mastery of any specific domain.

The position is 100% onsite, located in Cape Canaveral, Florida.

Essential Duties/Responsibilities

Technical Leadership (Primary Focus - 80%)

• Lead systems engineering activities including requirements development, interface definition, trade studies, architecture development, and verification planning.
• Lead or contribute to Integrated Product Teams driving subsystem development, integration, and verification.
• Oversee the integration and test of complex systems involving hardware, software, and mechanical components; guide issue resolution and risk management.
• Support development of electronics, embedded systems, mission hardware, or similar technologies based on candidate background.
• Ensure documentation quality across requirements, verification artifacts, test results, and configuration management.
• Participate in R&D and advanced development as needed; may serve as Principal Investigator depending on experience.
• Provide technical direction to teams and act as decision authority when resolving engineering issues.
• Interface with customers, suppliers, and mission partners to maintain alignment on technical expectations.
• Support business development activities such as technical proposals, white papers, and concept development.

Management & Leadership (20%)

• Supervise, mentor, and grow a small engineering team; guide professional development and foster collaboration.
• Coordinate schedules, resources, risks, and technical reporting for ongoing programs.
• Promote effective communication across engineering, program management, manufacturing, and external partners.

• Treat all coworkers with respect and dignity ensuring a collaborative culture is continually developed and maintained.
• Other duties as assigned**

Required Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Systems Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Aerospace, Computer Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related STEM field.
• 8+ years of relevant engineering experience in systems engineering, system integration, embedded systems, aerospace/defense hardware, electronics development, or similar complex engineering domains.
• Experience leading technical efforts, project teams, or IPT-like groups.
• Experience with systems engineering lifecycle tools such as DOORS, CRADLE, DevOps platforms, or equivalents.

Desired Skills and Experience

Candidates with experience in any of the following areas will be a strong fit:

• Satellite system development or spaceflight hardware
• Embedded systems or FPGA-based designs
• Electronics/PCB development
• Mission systems, avionics, or defense hardware integration
• Environmental and qualification testing
• RF, power electronics, or high-speed digital systems

Physical Requirements

• Sedentary Work - occasionally exerting up to 10 pounds of force to carry, lift, push, pull, or otherwise move objects. Sedentary work involves being stationary most of the time, sometimes requiring moving about the work center on concrete surfaces.
• Computer Work - daily use of laptop, computer monitor screen, keyboard, and mouse, sometimes utilizing a headset with microphone & speakers.

Travel Requirement

Ability to travel < 10%

Drug-Free Workplace

Sidus Space is a Drug-Free Workplace where post-offer applicants and employees are subject to testing for marijuana, cocaine, opioids, amphetamines, PCP, and alcohol when criteria are met as outlined in our policies

Total Rewards and Perks

At Sidus Space, we ask a lot of our team members, which is why we give so much in return. In addition to a competitive salary, a Best-in-Class benefit program with a generous employer paid portion as well as a matching 401(k) on Day ONE, we offer a lot of perks, including:

• Jeans every day
• Regular onsite food trucks
• 5 free company t-shirts for Manufacturing Staff
• Paid Time Off (vacation and sick days) and 11 paid holidays
• Adjustable stand-up desks
• Employee referral bonus program
• Educational assistance and professional training opportunities
• Company golf outings and other social events

Additional Eligibility Qualifications

• All candidates selected will be subject to a background investigation and drug screen

• This position requires access to onsite locations managing Unclassified Information, which is Not Releasable to Foreign Nationals (NOFORN) data. Therefore, to meet NOFORN requirements, you will have to provide proof of US Citizenship and attest that you do not have dual citizenship.
• Must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and, if requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship.

SIDUS SPACE is an Equal Opportunity Employer fostering a respectful work culture that values all contributors. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Affirmative Action and Disability Accommodation

Applicants wishing to receive information on Sidus Space’s Affirmative Action Plans, or applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation in order to participate in the application and/or interview process, please contact us at [email protected]