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Director, Mission Architecture

Maxar Technologies
paid time off, 401(k)
United States, California, Palo Alto
3825 Fabian Way (Show on map)
Apr 01, 2025
Please review the job details below. Maxar Space is seeking a Director of Mission Architecture who will be responsible for working with business development leads and program managers to develop mission and satellite system solutions that meet intelligence or defense requirements, based out of our Palo Alto CA offices. This role may also be performed remotely within the U.S., with frequent travel to Palo Alto and customer locations. In this role, you will help develop campaign strategy and lead the definition of the systems architecture, mission specifications and working parameters that will flow into the technical baseline for satellite bus, payloads, ground architecture, cybersecurity, command and control. Responsibilities: Providing overall technical leadership and applying engineering knowledge to large and/or complex programs in the design, development, test and integration of complex, specialized products and/or technologies Developing the technical baseline consistent with win strategy including subcontractor capabilities and technologies Collaborating with Program Managers and program team members to develop system level requirements and translate those into specific requirements for product development Leading the development of system architecture and system design documentation Providing technical oversight and review support to development groups during program design and development Developing mission level test methodologies for verification and validation of system requirements Preparation of supporting documentation beginning with the concept development, proposal writing of the technical volumes, operational concepts, and test methods Working with Program Managers to develop initial program schedules and budgets Minimum Requirements: Must be a U.S. citizen with an active a TS security clearance BS degree in an engineering field or related field. Master's degree preferred 15 years related experience working in a technical capacity, including experience associated with Intelligence or Defense programs Knowledge and experience in the architecture of satellite constellation including orbit definition, mission conops, satellite systems design, analysis, integration, and verification. Knowledge and experience in the design, analysis, integration and/or test of mission critical hardware Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Project, Visio) Experience working with customers, subcontractors and vendors in various levels, technical and business relationship engagements Highly motivated leader with excellent communication skills, initiative, superior problem solving skills, the ability to prioritize tasks and willingness to learn and adapt Experienced with project management practices Deadline oriented with an ability to manage multiple tasks and projects concurrently Capable of working under pressure to meet time critical deadlines In support of pay transparency at Maxar, we disclose salary ranges on all U.S. job postings. The successful candidate's starting pay will fall within the salary range provided below and is determined based on job-related factors, including, but not limited to, the experience, qualifications, knowledge, skills, geographic work location, and market conditions. Candidates with the minimum necessary experience, qualifications, knowledge, and skillsets for the position should not expect to receive the upper end of the pay range. * The base pay for this position within Colorado is: $161,000.00 - $267,000.00 annually. * The base pay for this position within the Washington, DC metropolitan area is: $176,000.00 - $294,000.00 annually. * The base pay for this position within California is: $185,000.00 - $307,000.00 annually. For all other states, we use geographic cost of labor as an input to develop market-driven ranges for our roles, and as such, each location where we hire may have a different range. We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, health and welfare insurance, and 401(k) to eligible employees. You can find more information on our benefits at: https://www.maxar.com/careers/benefits Additionally, this position is incentive eligible with a target based on contribution, company performance, and/or individual results achieved; the specific incentive plan and target amount will be determined based on the role and breadth of contributions. The application window is three days from the date the job is posted and will remain posted until a qualified candidate has been identified for hire. If the job is reposted regardless of reason, it will remain posted three days from the date the job is reposted and will remain reposted until a qualified candidate has been identified for hire. The date of posting can be found on Maxar's Career page at the top of each job posting. To apply, submit your application via Maxar's Career page. Maxar Technologies values diversity in the workplace and is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.