QinetiQ North America

Space Systems Engineer

QinetiQ North America$90K — $130K *
US-AnywhereRemote in Chantilly, VA
Aerospace & Defense
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in STEM field
  • 8+ years of experience with satellite and fire control systems
  • TS/SCI security clearance
  • Strong experience in requirements development and tracking
  • Technical understanding of satellite and ground system interaction
  • Experience in systems engineering
  • Exceptional oral and written communication skills

Responsibilities

  • Provide technical support for space systems integration and testing
  • Oversee systems engineering processes focusing on cost, schedule, and performance
  • Develop test objectives and execute comprehensive testing plans
  • Coordinate with multiple teams for test plans and integration efforts
  • Conduct risk management and develop mitigation strategies
  • Support cross-functional coordination among various stakeholders
  • Prepare and present reports and briefings to diverse audiences

Benefits

  • Opportunity to work on cutting-edge space technology
  • Engagement with a diverse team of industry and government experts
  • Fast-paced work environment emphasizing innovation
  • Connection with critical defense missions
  • Growth opportunities in a unique business model focused on commercial resilience
Full Job Description
Position Overview

Join us in our fast-paced support to the Space Development Agency (SDA). Recognized as the Department of Defense's constructive disruptor for space acquisition, SDA delivers space-based capabilities to the joint warfighter to support terrestrial missions through development, fielding, and operation of the Proliferated Warfighter Space Architecture. SDA capitalizes on a unique business model that values speed and lowers costs by harnessing commercial development to achieve a proliferated architecture and enhance resilience. We are seeking a Space Systems Engineer to support SDA’s mission. Responsibilities include:

Responsibilities
  • Provide technical support and advisory services on complex space systems integration and test efforts
  • Oversee systems engineering processes, including cost, schedule, and performance tradeoffs
  • Support the development of test objectives, plans, schedules, and the execution of the tests, supporting analysis and developing reports
  • Work with multiple teams and program offices supporting the coordination, development and execution of system test plans and integration efforts to include the planning, coordinating, executing tests, deconflicting resources, analyzing test data, identifying and facilitating the resolution of issues, and documenting test results
  • Perform risk management activities, including identification and assessment, and develop risk mitigation strategies
  • Support application product managers and coordinate cross-functional teams (i.e. Government, Military, SETA, FFRDC, UARC, & Industry)
  • Develop briefings, written reports, and assessments to be provided to a variety of audiences, from working level to senior executives

 

Required Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in science, technology, engineering and math
  • Minimum of 8 years experience with satellite and fire control systems
  • TS/SCI clearance; #qinetiqclearedjob
  • Strong Experience in requirements development and tracking
  • Technical and analytic understanding of satellite and ground system interaction
  • Experience in systems engineering
  • Ability to work in fast paced environment with excellent oral and written communication skills
Preferred Qualifications
  • Masters degree in science, technology, engineering and math
  • Agile framework experience including use of Jira/Confluence

About QinetiQ North America

QinetiQ North America (QNA) is a subsidiary of QinetiQ Group plc, a British multinational defense technology company. QNA provides technology solutions and services to the United States government and commercial customers. The company's offerings include unmanned systems, cybersecurity solutions, engineering services, and more. QNA has over 6000 employees and is headquartered in McLean, Virginia.
Learn more about QinetiQ North America
Size
6,000 employees
Industry
Founded
2005

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