Job Description
Are you ready to define the future of human exploration? AeroNova Systems is seeking a visionary Senior Space Mission Architect to lead the development of our critical 2026 interplanetary mission profiles.
As we approach the pivotal year of 2026, our team is focused on transitioning from orbital testing to sustainable deep-space habitats. In this role, you will bridge the gap between cutting-edge propulsion technology and complex human survival systems. You will be at the forefront of engineering history, ensuring our missions are not only successful but sustainable for the long haul.
Why join us?
- Work on the absolute frontier of aerospace technology.
- Competitive equity package and performance bonuses.
- Remote-first policy with quarterly team retreats to innovation hubs.
- Access to state-of-the-art simulation labs and green energy initiatives.
Responsibilities
- Architect end-to-end mission profiles for the 2026 launch windows, including trajectory planning and orbital insertion.
- Integrate autonomous navigation systems with legacy telemetry hardware to ensure seamless data transmission.
- Conduct rigorous risk assessments for life-support, propulsion, and radiation shielding subsystems.
- Collaborate with AI ethics boards to ensure algorithmic safety and decision-making protocols in deep space.
- Lead cross-functional design reviews with propulsion engineers, software developers, and materials scientists.
- Develop contingency protocols to handle deep-space communication delays and system failures.
- Write technical documentation that meets ISO 9001 quality assurance standards for international space agencies.
Qualifications
- Master’s degree in Aerospace Engineering, Systems Engineering, or a related field.
- Minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in mission design, systems architecture, or aerospace engineering.
- Proficiency in Python, C++, and MATLAB for simulation modeling and data analysis.
- Proven track record in leading high-stakes engineering projects from concept to launch.
- Strong understanding of orbital mechanics, thermodynamics, and fluid dynamics.
- Experience working with NASA or private spaceflight sector standards (e.g., NASA-STD-8719.13).