Piper Companies

Mission Integration Engineer

Piper Companies$120K — $180K *
Aerospace & Defense
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Active TS/SCI clearance (required).
  • Experience designing and implementing space systems across multiple missions.
  • Strong understanding of ground systems and satellite operations interaction.
  • Background in software development (you've coded before).
  • Comfortable in customer-facing roles during early mission phases.
  • Ability to challenge traditional MBSE-style systems engineering.
  • Familiarity with sequence diagrams, prototyping, and testing workflows.
  • Action-oriented and energized by fast-moving environments.

Responsibilities

  • Lead mission integration efforts across multiple satellite programs.
  • Analyze customer requirements and identify gaps in current solutions.
  • Develop sequence diagrams, prototypes, and other artifacts to support integration and testing.
  • Collaborate with software engineers and product managers to translate mission needs into actionable features.
  • Engage with customers early in the mission lifecycle to shape solutions and provide counter-proposals.
  • Work across ground systems, space systems, and software layers to ensure seamless integration.
  • Help define and evolve the mission integration function for the broader team.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive healthcare coverage.
  • Flexible working hours and remote work options.
  • Opportunities for professional development and training.
  • Dynamic work environment focused on innovation.
  • Engagement in significant and challenging projects.
Full Job Description
Mission Integration Engineer

Location: Preferred in Arvada, Co., but also open to LA and DC

Clearance Required: Active TS/SCI

Employment Type: Full-Time

Salary: $120- $180K Competitive, based on experience
About the Role

We are hiring a Mission Integration Engineer to lead the integration of satellite ground systems for commercial and government space missions. You'll be part of the Mission Architecture team, driving mission success from planning through launch and operations by aligning customer needs with current platform capabilities.

Key Responsibilities
  • Mission Design & Integration: Lead technical integration, assess mission requirements, and ensure seamless deployment of spacecraft, ground stations, and cloud infrastructure.
  • Customer Engagement: Serve as the technical point-of-contact during onboarding, coordinate reviews and readiness milestones.
  • Systems Engineering: Develop interface control documents (ICDs), verify requirements, and support cross-team coordination.
  • Mission Readiness: Conduct simulations, training, and early orbit support; create support plans and resolve anomalies.
Qualifications
  • Education: Bachelor's or Master's in Aerospace, Systems Engineering, Computer Science, or related field.
  • Experience: 5+ years in space systems engineering or mission integration; experience with spacecraft ground systems and satellite operations.
  • Technical Skills: Knowledge of cloud-based ground systems, automation, scripting (Python, Bash), containerization (Docker/Kubernetes), and AWS GovCloud.
  • Clearance: Active TS/SCI required.
  • Soft Skills: Strong communication, multitasking, customer engagement, and adaptability in ambiguous environments.

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About Piper Companies

Piper Companies is a staffing and recruiting firm based in Conshohocken, Pennsylvania. It provides staffing solutions for a variety of industries, including technology, healthcare, and finance. The company was founded in 2011 and has since grown to become a leading provider of staffing services in the Philadelphia area. Piper Companies is committed to providing high-quality service to its clients and candidates, and has a strong focus on building long-term relationships. The company is also known for its corporate social responsibility initiatives, including support for local charities and community organizations.
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