SAIC

Satellite Subsystem Systems Engineer

SAIC • $160K — $200K *
Aerospace & Defense
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Active TS/SCI clearance.
  • Expertise in spacecraft design with proficiency in at least one satellite subsystem.
  • Strong system engineering experience, especially in spacecraft design and development.
  • Hands-on experience with pre-launch integration testing of spacecraft systems.
  • Bachelor's degree in a relevant field with 9 years or Master's with 7 years of experience.

Responsibilities

  • Serve as the main contact for satellite subsystem development and operations.
  • Participate in Integrated Product Teams, suggesting improvements for performance and timelines.
  • Work closely with Developer engineers to foster collaboration and data sharing.
  • Oversee test campaigns, review results, and validate requirements for acceptance.
  • Collaborate with Subject Matter Experts to assess designs and test results.
  • Communicate subsystem developments and how they meet mission requirements.
  • Report risks and issues that may affect mission performance and schedules.
  • Track and report subsystem progress in regular government meetings.

Benefits

  • Opportunity to work on cutting-edge space programs.
  • Collaborative environment with access to experts in the field.
  • Chance to gain proficiency in multiple satellite subsystems.
  • Involvement in all lifecycle phases of satellite programs.
Full Job Description
We are seeking a Satellite Subsystem Systems Engineer to serve as a team member on a state-of-the-art space program that continuously operates in all phases of the system lifecycle. In this SETA role, you oversee design, integration, and test of one or more satellite subsystems. Key Responsibilities In this highly collaborative and technically complex position, you will: • Serve as the Government Program Office's focal point for all satellite subsystem development and operations activities. • Actively participate in Developer-led Integrated Product Teams (IPT) and system milestones, offering recommendations to enhance system performance and accelerate delivery timelines. • Partner with Developer engineers for the assigned satellite subsystem to establish a trusted relationship of sharing data and win-win ideas that benefit the program. • Represent the Government to oversee test campaigns, review test results, and accept requirement validation evidence. • Liaise with SETA Subject Matter Experts (SME) to analyze designs, test results, and operational telemetry. • Liaise with SETA Mission Engineers to convey how subsystem developments satisfy mission requirements and schedules. • Proactively report risks and issues that could result in reduced mission performance, requirement verification shortfalls, or schedule slips impacting launch schedules. • Track and report subsystem development progress in weekly Mission-level, Enterprise-level, and System-level meetings held by the Government Program Office. • Opportunity to become proficient in all subsystem operational performance to serve as a mission critical Government flight system lead advising on satellite safeguarding operations. Qualifications TYPICAL EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Bachelors and nine (9) years or more experience; Masters and seven (7) years or more experience ; PhD or JD and four (4) years or more experience. To excel in this role, you must possess: • Active TS/SCI clearance. • Expertise in spacecraft design and engineering, with proficiency in at least one satellite subsystem (e.g., structures and mechanisms, electrical power, attitude and orbit control, thermal control, command and data handling, propulsion) and a keen interest in rapidly learning others. • Strong system engineering experience, particularly in spacecraft design, development, and implementation. • Hands-on experience with pre-launch integration testing and functionality checkout of spacecraft systems. • A Bachelor's degree in a relevant field with 9 years of experience, or a Master's degree with 7 years of experience. Desired Qualifications Additional qualifications that set you apart include: • 6+ years of experience as a satellite developer, supplier, or SETA working on DoD or IC satellite programs. • 2+ years of experience in multiple satellite subsystems or spacecraft C2 operations. Target salary range: $160,001 - $200,000. The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors. Overview SAIC accepts applications on an ongoing basis and there is no deadline.

About SAIC

Science Applications International Corporation (SAIC) is a technology integrator in the technical, engineering, intelligence, and enterprise information technology markets. SAIC has approximately 26,000 employees and operates in more than 70 countries. The company was founded in 1969 and is headquartered in Reston, Virginia. SAIC provides services to the U.S. government, including the Department of Defense, the intelligence community, and civilian agencies. The company also serves commercial customers in the healthcare, energy, and financial services sectors.
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26,000 employees
Market Cap
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Net Income
$206 million
Founded
1969
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