Remote Space Systems Engineer Jobs
Remote Space Systems Engineer jobs are open across the U.S. at remote-first aerospace firms, defense contractors, and distributed engineering teams in satellite, launch vehicle, and civil space sectors. Employers hiring remote space systems engineers right now include BTAS, MTSI, and Arcfield. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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See related jobsAs a Technical Recruiter supporting Oceaneering Space Systems, the successful candidate will be adept at sourcing, identifying, and attracting top tier team talent.
REQUIRED
- Associates or bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, or related field preferred.
- A minimum of two (2) years’ experience in a staffing role with demonstrated expertise in high volume recruiting or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Technical recruiting experience including Information Technology and Aerospace and related disciplines is required.
- A self-motivated individual who has adapted to today's virtual environment; self-disciplined to work remotely, close enough to commute into the office(s) when required.
DESIRED
- Aerospace recruiting experience strongly preferred.
- LinkedIn Recruiter expertise.
- Quick learner with ability to excel in fast paced environment with little supervision.
- Experience providing innovative solutions to difficult position requirements.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES, AND OTHER CHARACTERISTICS
- Knowledge of appropriate steps to analytical problem solving.
- Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships.
- Ability to work in a team environment, remaining attentive to ideas, recognizing responsibilities, and actively participating with others to accomplish assignments and achieve desired goals.
- Treats others fairly and with respect.
- Knowledge of department's policies, rules, regulations, business goals, vision, organizational structure, culture, philosophy, operating principles, and values, etc.
- Ability to establish and maintain project priorities.
- Seeks out new learning experiences.
- Identifies what needs to be done and takes action before being asked or require
- Perform searches for qualified candidates according to relevant job criteria, using CRM database, networking, Internet recruiting resources, media, recruiting firms, and employee referrals.
- Participate in interviews such as preliminary phone interviews, in-person interviews before presenting final candidates to Hiring Manager for consideration.
- Develop and maintain strong working relationships with employees, managers, government agencies, educational institutions, and outside community groups.
- Screen and refer applicants to hiring personnel in the organization, making hiring recommendations when appropriate.
- Develop strategic recruitment plans to improve selection rates and success per hire.
- Coordinate and attend hiring events such as job fairs, military bases, and technical schools.
- Maintain accurate and well-ordered documentation on all candidates, searches, hiring managers interactions, and other recruiting activities to ensure a safe and thorough audit if required.
- Coordinate recruiting, selection, interviews, and employment process for the purpose of meeting staffing requirements while complying with established guidelines.
- Use creative methods for talent acquisition, including discipline-specific job boards, social media, and networking.
- May participate in other company programs related to talent acquisition.
As a Technical Recruiter supporting Oceaneering Space Systems, the successful candidate will be adept at sourcing, identifying, and attracting top tier team talent.
REQUIRED
- Associates or bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, or related field preferred.
- A minimum of two (2) years’ experience in a staffing role with demonstrated expertise in high volume recruiting or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Technical recruiting experience including Information Technology and Aerospace and related disciplines is required.
- A self-motivated individual who has adapted to today's virtual environment; self-disciplined to work remotely, close enough to commute into the office(s) when required.
DESIRED
- Aerospace recruiting experience strongly preferred.
- LinkedIn Recruiter expertise.
- Quick learner with ability to excel in fast paced environment with little supervision.
- Experience providing innovative solutions to difficult position requirements.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES, AND OTHER CHARACTERISTICS
- Knowledge of appropriate steps to analytical problem solving.
- Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships.
- Ability to work in a team environment, remaining attentive to ideas, recognizing responsibilities, and actively participating with others to accomplish assignments and achieve desired goals.
- Treats others fairly and with respect.
- Knowledge of department's policies, rules, regulations, business goals, vision, organizational structure, culture, philosophy, operating principles, and values, etc.
- Ability to establish and maintain project priorities.
- Seeks out new learning experiences.
- Identifies what needs to be done and takes action before being asked or require
- Perform searches for qualified candidates according to relevant job criteria, using CRM database, networking, Internet recruiting resources, media, recruiting firms, and employee referrals.
- Participate in interviews such as preliminary phone interviews, in-person interviews before presenting final candidates to Hiring Manager for consideration.
- Develop and maintain strong working relationships with employees, managers, government agencies, educational institutions, and outside community groups.
- Screen and refer applicants to hiring personnel in the organization, making hiring recommendations when appropriate.
- Develop strategic recruitment plans to improve selection rates and success per hire.
- Coordinate and attend hiring events such as job fairs, military bases, and technical schools.
- Maintain accurate and well-ordered documentation on all candidates, searches, hiring managers interactions, and other recruiting activities to ensure a safe and thorough audit if required.
- Coordinate recruiting, selection, interviews, and employment process for the purpose of meeting staffing requirements while complying with established guidelines.
- Use creative methods for talent acquisition, including discipline-specific job boards, social media, and networking.
- May participate in other company programs related to talent acquisition.
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in remote space systems engineer jobs.
- Bachelor's or master's degree in aerospace, electrical, or systems engineering
- Experience with Model-Based Systems Engineering and tools such as MATLAB or SysML
- Familiarity with satellite or spacecraft subsystems including power, thermal, and GNC
- Active or eligible security clearance, often at the Secret or Top Secret level
- Knowledge of systems integration, verification, and validation processes
- Experience with requirements management tools such as DOORS or Jama Connect
Tips for Your Remote Space Systems Engineer Job Search
Find remote openings in one place
Migrate Mate lists remote space systems engineer jobs from across the U.S. in one place, so you can find roles that match your background and apply directly without sorting through listings that aren't actually remote.
Show async collaboration experience upfront
Remote space systems engineering teams run on written communication. Call out specific tools you've used for async work, such as Confluence, Jira, or shared model repositories, and give examples of technical decisions you documented for a distributed audience.
Build a systems engineering artifact portfolio
Remote employers can't observe your process in person, so your work has to speak for itself. Compile a portfolio of systems trade studies, interface control documents, or CONOPS write-ups that demonstrate end-to-end lifecycle thinking and your ability to deliver without in-person oversight.
Prepare for remote technical interviews with shared tools
Remote hiring panels for space systems engineers often run collaborative sessions using shared STK scenarios, MATLAB scripts, or requirements management tools. Practice walking through a trade study or requirements decomposition out loud in a screen-share format before your interview.
Remote Space Systems Engineer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a remote space systems engineer job?
Target companies that already operate distributed engineering teams, such as small satellite startups, commercial launch providers, and defense primes with remote-friendly engineering organizations. Remote employers screen for demonstrated self-direction, strong written communication for async collaboration, and hands-on experience with systems engineering tools like MATLAB, STK, or model-based systems engineering frameworks. A portfolio showing end-to-end system lifecycle work gives you a clear edge.
Which companies hire remote space systems engineers?
Employers currently hiring remote space systems engineers include BTAS, MTSI, and Arcfield, per current remote listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Remote openings for this role tend to come from commercial space companies, defense contractors with distributed program teams, and government contractors supporting civil and national security space missions.
Can you get a remote space systems engineer job with no experience?
Yes, but remote entry-level roles are harder to land because employers expect you to work independently with minimal hand-holding from day one. Small commercial satellite companies and research-focused aerospace startups are most likely to hire entry-level remote candidates. Capstone projects, open-source mission analysis contributions, and published systems trade studies can substitute for formal experience and show remote employers you can produce results without close supervision.
Do you need a degree for remote space systems engineer jobs?
Usually, but the degree requirement is more flexible at smaller commercial space companies than at large defense primes. Remote employers weigh demonstrated systems engineering competency, proficiency with tools like STK or MATLAB, and a verifiable project history heavily alongside formal credentials. Candidates who can show concrete deliverables from past programs, even academic or personal projects, often move forward regardless of whether the degree is from a four-year university.
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