Master of Engineering in Space Systems Engineering

Program Overview

Combining technical education in space systems with systems engineering principles, the program is taught by TSTI and prepares graduates for careers such as space systems engineer and aerospace engineer. With a 100% employment rate within six months of graduation and an average salary of $89,300, this program offers a path to success in the competitive space sector.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

The Master of Engineering (M.Eng.) in Space Systems Engineering program at Stevens Institute of Technology's School of Systems and Enterprises is designed for professionals working in government and private space-related enterprises. The program provides a technical education in space systems design and development, key space system processes, and a holistic understanding of systems engineering principles. The program aims to equip experienced professionals with the knowledge and skills necessary to excel in the increasingly complex and competitive space industry. The program combines a robust technical education in space systems design and development with a comprehensive understanding of systems engineering principles. It is available both on campus and fully online.

Outline:

The program consists of 10 courses (30 credits):

• Required Core Courses (18 credits):
• Modeling, Simulation and Analysis (3 credits):
• SYS 611 Systems Modeling and Simulation
• SYS 660 Decision and Risk Analysis
• Management (3 credits):
• EM 612 Project Management of Complex Systems
• Concept (3 credits):
• SYS 625 Fundamentals of Systems Engineering
• SYS 671 Conception of CPS: Deciding What to Build and Why
• Architecture and Design (3 credits):
• SYS 632 Designing Space Missions and Systems
• SYS 635 Human Spaceflight
• Implementation (3 credits):
• SYS 633 Mission and System Design Verification and Validation
• SYS 605 Systems Integration
• Sustainment (3 credits):
• SYS 637 Cost-Effective Space Mission Operations
• Electives (9 credits):
• Project or Thesis (3-6 credits):
• At least three (3) credits and up to six (6) credits must be applied toward a project (SYS 800 Special Problems in Systems Engineering) or a thesis (SYS 900 Thesis in Systems Engineering).
• If a thesis is chosen instead of a project, six (6) credits of SYS 900 are required, replacing SYS 800 and one elective course.
• The project or thesis should be in the concentration area.

Careers:

• Potential Career Paths:
• Space Systems Engineer
• Systems Engineer
• Aerospace Engineer
• Avionics Engineer
• Satellite Systems Engineer
• Flight Dynamics Engineer
• Top Hiring Firms:
• Boeing
• FAA
• Cisco
• Mitre
• Lockheed Martin

Other:

• The program is taught by TSTI (Teaching Science and Technology, Inc.).
• The educational experience is designed to provide students with the mindset, skills, and abilities needed to stay relevant in a rapidly evolving technological and professional landscape.
• Global communication infrastructure is composed of and depends upon a space segment.
• The average salary for graduates of the program is $89,300.
• 100% of graduates are employed within 6 months of graduation.