Spacecraft Systems Engineer

Space Systems Integration (SSI) is a fast-growing engineering company that provides aerospace solutions to a variety of government and commercial customers. Our employees are forward-thinking, self-directed individuals who are committed to solving our customers’ technical challenges.

SSI is seeking a Spacecraft Systems Engineer to support a very dynamic and innovative space program in Chantilly, VA. This position requires an active Top Secret/SCI clearance with Polygraph. In this role, you will provide Systems Engineering & Acquisition support to critical programs.

Specific Duties Include:

• Provide proactive support to the Government customer and tasks in an integrated office environment
• Participate in full lifecycle acquisition and Systems Engineering activities from pre-acquisition through launch and on-orbit checkout
• Develop productive relationships with Contractor counterparts, functional counterparts, and other subject matter experts
• Author, review, and coordinate documents, briefings, and data to aid the Government in communications and decision-making
• Participate and represent the customer in various Government and contractor meetings and attend contractor reviews to provide technical and programmatic-based system recommendations and risk assessments
• Plan, coordinate, and execute SE-related forums and meetings within the Customer office and Enterprise
• Interface and coordinate with other organizations in the Enterprise to support Enterprise integration, events, and reviews

Required Qualifications:

• Must possess an active TS/SCI clearance with Poly
• Bachelor's and 5 years related experience; Masters and 3 years related experience; PhD and 0 years related experience
• Proficient at program/project management within the customer organization
• Available to travel domestically

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with NRO satellite systems

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Space Systems Integration provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.