Gravitics designs and manufactures large modular space structures, including an Orbital Carrier that enables rapid, on-orbit deployment of spacecraft.
<div> <p><strong><span data-contrast="none">Senior Systems Engineer</span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"335551550":0,"335551620":0,"335557856":16777215,"335559738":0,"335559739":0}"> </span></p> <p><strong><span data-contrast="none">Location:</span></strong><span data-contrast="none"> Gravitics – Seattle WA, Colorado, (with future travel/support to other company locations as required)</span> <br><strong><span data-contrast="none">Department:</span></strong><span data-contrast="none"> Engineering</span> <br><strong><span data-contrast="none">Reports To:</span></strong><span data-contrast="none"> Head of Engineering</span> </p> <p><strong><span data-contrast="none">About Gravitics </span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{"335559739":0}"> </span></p> <p><span data-contrast="none">At Gravitics, we're not exploring space - we're building it. We're creating the infrastructure for a thriving space economy, enabling humanity to flourish beyond Earth. Our vision is bold, but we're not just dreamers; we're doers. We design and manufacture large-scale orbital structures that enable commercial operations while meeting the requirements of defense and government missions. </span><span data-ccp-props="{"335559739":0}"> </span></p> <p><span data-contrast="none">Our systems are built to scale and built to last—bridging commercial innovation with mission-critical performance. If you're ready to lay the foundations for a new era in space, embrace a culture of relentless learning and innovation, and contribute to a future where humanity's reach extends farther, Gravitics is the place for you. Let's build the future together. </span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"335551550":0,"335551620":0,"335557856":16777215,"335559738":0,"335559739":0}"> </span></p> <p><strong><span data-contrast="none">About the Role</span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"335551550":0,"335551620":0,"335557856":16777215,"335559738":0,"335559739":0}"> </span></p> <p><span data-contrast="none">We are seeking a highly capable Systems Engineer to support technical execution of the commercial spacecraft program from architecture development through qualification, integration, test, launch, and mission operations.</span> <span data-contrast="none">This role sits at the center of the program and works directly with Chief Engineers, subsystem leads, Program Management, Manufacturing, Integration & Test, Mission Assurance, and suppliers to ensure the spacecraft functions as an integrated system — not just a collection of subsystems.</span> <span data-contrast="none">The ideal candidate is technically broad, execution-focused, comfortable in ambiguity, and able to balance engineering rigor with program realities including schedule, manufacturability, integration flow, and risk.</span> <span data-contrast="none">This position will support development of human-rated spacecraft systems and therefore requires strong systems thinking, configuration discipline, verification planning, and cross-functional leadership.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"335551550":0,"335551620":0,"335557856":16777215,"335559738":0,"335559739":0}"> </span></p> <p><strong><span data-contrast="none">Responsibilities</span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"335551550":0,"335551620":0,"335557856":16777215,"335559738":0,"335559739":0}"> </span></p> <ul> <li><span data-contrast="none">Support development and management of spacecraft system architecture, requirements, interfaces, and verification approaches for the program</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"335551550":0,"335551620":0,"335557856":16777215,"335559738":0,"335559739":0}"> </span></li> <li><span data-contrast="none">Translate mission and program objectives into clear subsystem and vehicle-level technical requirements</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"335551550":0,"335551620":0,"335557856":16777215,"335559738":0,"335559739":0}"> </span></li> <li><span data-contrast="none">Develop and maintain system specifications, interface control documents (ICDs), CONOPS, verification matrices, and technical baselines</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"335551550":0,"335551620":0,"335557856":16777215,"335559738":0,"335559739":0}"> </span></li> <li><span data-contrast="none">Drive technical integration across:</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"335551550":0,"335551620":0,"335557856":16777215,"335559738":0,"335559739":0}"> </span> <ul> <li><span data-contrast="none">Structures and mechanisms</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"335551550":0,"335551620":0,"335557856":16777215,"335559738":0,"335559739":0}"> </span></li> <li><span data-contrast="none">Pressure systems</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"335551550":0,"335551620":0,"335557856":16777215,"335559738":0,"335559739":0}"> </span></li> <li><span data-contrast="none">Propulsion systems</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"335551550":0,"335551620":0,"335557856":16777215,"335559738":0,"335559739":0}"> </span></li> <li><span data-contrast="none">Avionics and software</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"335551550":0,"335551620":0,"335557856":16777215,"335559738":0,"335559739":0}"> </span></li> <li><span data-contrast="none">Thermal systems</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"335551550":0,"335551620":0,"335557856":16777215,"335559738":0,"335559739":0}"> </span></li> <li><span data-contrast="n