Satellite Systems Engineer

Space Systems Integration (SSI) is seeking a Satellite Systems Engineer to provide Systems Engineering and Technical Advisory (SETA) support to a System Program Office (SPO) in Chantilly, VA. The role involves supporting satellite system development and acquisitions to enhance space resiliency and collaborating with IC organizations. The engineer will contribute to the full lifecycle of systems engineering, ensuring the delivery of critical space resiliency capabilities.

Requirements

• Must possess an active Top Secret/SCI clearance and CI polygraph (polygraph within the last ten (10) years).
• Bachelor's degree in engineering and ten (10) or more years of experience; Masters degree and eight (8) or more years of experience.
• Experience with all phases of the satellite mission lifecycle, from concept development and design through integration, testing, and post-launch operations.
• Experience with space systems design, development, assembly, integration, and testing, including architectures, spacecraft, and payloads, for the Intelligence Community (IC) and/or the Department of Defense (DoD).
• PMI PMP, INCOSE CSEP/ESEP, or equivalent certifications in project management and/or systems engineering.
• Excellent interpersonal, leadership, team building, and problem-solving skills with a demonstrated ability to be effective in a Government/Contractor team environment.
• Ability to communicate complex technical topics to senior decision-makers with varying technical backgrounds through clear briefings and written reports.
• Willingness to travel up to 10%.

Benefits

• Equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants