Active TS/SCI clearance with polygraph is mandatory.
Bachelor's degree in Aerospace, Astronautical, or Mechanical Engineering required.
Minimum of 9 years relevant industry experience essential.
Familiarity with DoD IC acquisition processes is important.
Knowledge of various control systems and operational technologies like reaction wheels and GPS receivers is needed.
Experience with satellite bus design and flight operations is necessary.
Proven ability to collaborate effectively across multiple teams and management levels.
Responsibilities
Monitor and report on spaceflight hardware production and testing progress.
Review and coordinate modifications to specifications and system requirements for ACS and propulsion.
Attend design reviews and track ongoing development issues.
Support testing of spacecraft during launch and in-orbit operations as needed.
Identify potential risks and develop mitigation plans.
Evaluate readiness of developers to progress to spacecraft testing stages.
Benefits
Opportunities for professional growth and career advancement.
Collaborative work environment with cross-functional teams.
Engagement in cutting-edge spacecraft technology projects.
Exposure to classified and advanced aerospace projects.
Possibility of contributing towards national security efforts.
Full Job Description
FTS has an opportunity for an Attitude Control Systems (ACS) Engineerin Chantilly, VA.
The Attitude Control Systems (ACS) Engineer will be an integral participant in ACS and mechanical actuator design, requirements development & verification, and unit integration & test for a next generation spacecraft architecture.
Responsibilities
Monitor, track, and report on progress & issues associated with spaceflight hardware currently in production and test for a classified space program
Review and coordinate changes to specifications, ICDs, and system level requirements documentation for ACS and propulsion subsystems
Track development issues and attend unit, subsystem, system level design reviews
Support launch and spacecraft on-orbit test, as required
Review developer's readiness to proceed into spacecraft test at various levels of assembly
Required Skills/Qualifications
TS/SCI with polygraph
BS degree in Aerospace, Astronautical, or Mechanical Engineering
9+ years of relevant experience
Experience in DoD IC acquisition and program management processes
Working knowledge of control theory, reaction wheel/control moment gyro, star sensor/tracker, inertial reference units/sensors, sun sensor, magnetic torque rod, GPS receiver, and control algorithm development
Experience in the design & integration of satellite buses and knowledgeable of launch & flight operations of space vehicles
Ability to work collaboratively with personnel from multiple functions and at all levels of the customer organization to deliver results
Desired Skills/Qualifications
MS degree in Aerospace, Astronautical, or Mechanical Engineering
Education and experience with spacecraft ACS hardware and software design, manufacture, simulation, and test
