OverviewSPA has an immediate need for a Space Vehicle Test Engineer.
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Responsibilities
SPA is looking for a Systems Engineer with an understanding of a Space Vehicle Assembly Integration and Test (SV AI&T) experience in Chantilly, VA to support a very dynamic and innovative space program office. This position, you will provide technical support, coaching and mentoring to the government relative to ongoing SV AI&T activities happening across diverse geographically located contractor facilities. You will be coordinating other scopes of related work such as major program reviews, such as SV Pre-Ship Review (PSR).
The job requires knowledge of SV AI&T processes and plans, excellent communication and collaboration skills, the ability to create unique work products, while having the ability to be strategically proactive. The Systems Engineer directly supports the GPOC overseeing SV AI&T providing critical insight to the prime contractor's execution of AI&T.
Qualifications
Required Qualifications:
- US Citizenship with TS/SCI + Poly clearance at date of application
- Please discuss specific polygraph requirements with an SPA Talent Acquisition professional
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering, or a related field
- 9 year experience in Space Vehicle Assembly Integration and Test (SV AI&T)
- Familiarity with DoW/IC acquisitions process, programs, and SOW compliance
- Strong organizational and communication skills within high pressure environments
- Experience in reviewing installation/test procedures, monitoring execution, identifying risks, discrepancy resolution and on-site support
Desired Qualifications:
- INCOSE, ESEP or CSEP
- Master degree and 8 years experience
- Experience as an intelligence analyst with demonstrated skills in communicating with analytical communities
- Thorough understanding of space systems design, integration and test requirements and test execution, including test equipment support
- Experience in Integrated Master Schedule (IMS) construct and Earned Value processes
Pay Range InformationAt SPA, we strive to deliver a robust total compensation package that will attract and retain top talent. Elements of the compensation package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities. SPA provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and a number of programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work. The specific programs and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, etc. Please note that the salary information shown below is a general guideline only. Salaries are commensurate with experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations. Virginia, Pay Transparency Salary range: USD $125,000.00/Yr. - USD $190,000.00/Yr.
