Chief Engineer - Payload Systems Engineering
SES Space & DefenseReston, Virginia, United States
Posted January 29, 2026
Full Time
About the Company
SES Space & Defense is a trusted partner ensuring mission success for our customers by blanketing the globe with multi-orbit end-to-end satellite and technology solutions which provide reliable, secure, and high-bandwidth connectivity.
Job Description
As a Payload Systems Engineer, you will serve as the technical lead for the end-to-end design, development, integration, test, deployment, and on-orbit commissioning of hosted payloads and payload-centric missions on GEO and MEO spacecraft. Operating as a payload-focused Chief Engineer, you will own payload performance, payload-to-bus interfaces, and overall mission success across a broad range of payload types including communications, sensing, compute, and advanced technology demonstrators.
Requirements
- BS + 15 years or MS + 12 years in Aerospace, Mechanical, Electrical Engineering (or related) with extensive spacecraft payload engineering experience.
- US Citizenship with ability to obtain up to TS/SCI clearance
- Demonstrated team player with a willingness to mentor, train, and uplift other team members, openly sharing knowledge and ensuring the team gains exposure to all relevant technical areas.
