Umbra
Mission Systems Architect
Umbra - Washington, District of Columbia, us, 20022
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Umbra Mission System Architect Opportunity
Umbra builds next-generation space systems that observe the Earth in unprecedented fidelity. Our mission: Deliver global omniscience. To stay ahead of climate change, geopolitical risk, and other major crises and issues, we need a global understanding of what is changing, where, and how fast. Umbra provides easy access to the highest quality commercial satellite data available, which is an indispensable tool for the growing number of organizations monitoring the Earth. We empower our customers to create solutions that inform, inspire, and address our planet's most pressing needs. We're helping to create a brand-new industry that has never meaningfully existed before. We are seeking a Mission System Architect to join Umbra's Mission Solutions department. This individual will play a pivotal role in developing solutions, products, and technologies that address both the current and future needs of the U.S. Government. The Architect will be tasked with creating new mission solutions while also investigating the potential applications of Umbra's existing and upcoming on-orbit capabilities. Collaboration will be essential, as the Architect will work closely with the Space Systems and Software departments at Umbra. The ideal candidate is a solution-oriented innovator with exceptional technical expertise, an ability to adapt to new areas of study, and a willingness to confront complex challenges using sound first-principles methodologies. Key Responsibilities Lead the development of integrated space and ground solution concepts, utilizing Umbra's current and emerging technologies, to support Government-directed missions. Conduct mission systems engineering, performance analysis, and use case evaluations for conceptual designs and architectural solutions for both existing and potential customers. Contribute to the technical portfolio development across the company, ensuring alignment between strategy, future mission requirements, and commercial objectives. Assist the Director of Mission Architecture in building a robust Modeling and Simulation capability to guide the architecture, development, and evolution of Umbra's space-based systems. Support Umbra Government Programs capture efforts as a key technical contributor, including authoring and reviewing formal proposals and responses. Travel approximately 15%, visiting Umbra facilities in California, Washington D.C., and partner and customer sites. Perform other professional duties as assigned.
Umbra builds next-generation space systems that observe the Earth in unprecedented fidelity. Our mission: Deliver global omniscience. To stay ahead of climate change, geopolitical risk, and other major crises and issues, we need a global understanding of what is changing, where, and how fast. Umbra provides easy access to the highest quality commercial satellite data available, which is an indispensable tool for the growing number of organizations monitoring the Earth. We empower our customers to create solutions that inform, inspire, and address our planet's most pressing needs. We're helping to create a brand-new industry that has never meaningfully existed before. We are seeking a Mission System Architect to join Umbra's Mission Solutions department. This individual will play a pivotal role in developing solutions, products, and technologies that address both the current and future needs of the U.S. Government. The Architect will be tasked with creating new mission solutions while also investigating the potential applications of Umbra's existing and upcoming on-orbit capabilities. Collaboration will be essential, as the Architect will work closely with the Space Systems and Software departments at Umbra. The ideal candidate is a solution-oriented innovator with exceptional technical expertise, an ability to adapt to new areas of study, and a willingness to confront complex challenges using sound first-principles methodologies. Key Responsibilities Lead the development of integrated space and ground solution concepts, utilizing Umbra's current and emerging technologies, to support Government-directed missions. Conduct mission systems engineering, performance analysis, and use case evaluations for conceptual designs and architectural solutions for both existing and potential customers. Contribute to the technical portfolio development across the company, ensuring alignment between strategy, future mission requirements, and commercial objectives. Assist the Director of Mission Architecture in building a robust Modeling and Simulation capability to guide the architecture, development, and evolution of Umbra's space-based systems. Support Umbra Government Programs capture efforts as a key technical contributor, including authoring and reviewing formal proposals and responses. Travel approximately 15%, visiting Umbra facilities in California, Washington D.C., and partner and customer sites. Perform other professional duties as assigned.