Spacecraft Operations & Systems Integration Engineer

Systems Planning And Analysis, Inc. • $90K — $130K *
Chantilly, VA 20152In-Person
Aerospace & Defense
8 - 10 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • US Citizenship with TS/SCI + Poly clearance required at time of application
  • Bachelor’s degree in a relevant technical discipline
  • 9+ years of experience in spacecraft operations or systems integration
  • Familiarity with operational environments of spacecraft and ground systems
  • Experience in analyzing operational data and developing performance metrics
  • Knowledge of systems engineering and operational readiness activities
  • Willingness to be part of on-call operational support rotations

Responsibilities

  • Support operational readiness and integration of space-based systems
  • Act as a liaison between spacecraft operations, system developers, and engineers
  • Oversee anomaly management and operational integration activities
  • Develop metrics and dashboards using operational data
  • Ensure mission readiness and improve operational effectiveness
  • Challenge traditional approaches to deliver innovative solutions
  • Monitor system performance throughout the lifecycle of missions

Benefits

  • Dynamic and innovative work environment
  • Engagement with cutting-edge space programs
  • Opportunities for professional growth and skill development
  • Collaboration with industry experts and multidisciplinary teams
  • Involvement in significant space mission operations and projects
Full Job Description
Overview

SPA has an immediate need for a Spacecraft Operations & Systems Integration Engineer. 

Responsibilities

SPA is looking for a Spacecraft Operations & Systems Integration Engineer with Space Domain experience in Chantilly, VA to support a very dynamic and innovative space program office. This postion  supports the operational readiness, integration, sustainment, and performance of space-based systems throughout their lifecycle. This position serves as a critical interface between spacecraft operations teams, system developers, and factory engineering organizations to ensure capabilities are successfully integrated into operations and mission objectives are achieved.

The successful candidate will support anomaly management, operational integration activities, system performance monitoring, and mission readiness initiatives. This engineer will leverage operational data to develop performance metrics, create actionable dashboards, and identify opportunities to improve operational effectiveness. The role requires strong technical acumen, collaboration skills, and the ability to challenge conventional approaches to deliver innovative solutions that advance mission success.

 

 

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 Aerospace Engineering, Systems Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Physics, Computer Science, or a related technical discipline
  • 9+ years of experience supporting spacecraft operations, systems integration, mission operations, satellite systems, or related aerospace and defense programs
  • Experience supporting operational environments involving spacecraft systems, ground systems, mission planning systems, or command-and-control architectures
  • Demonstrated experience analyzing operational data and developing metrics, dashboards, or performance reporting tools
  • Experience supporting anomaly management, outage response, troubleshooting, and technical investigations
  • Knowledge of systems engineering principles, integration and test processes, and operational readiness activities
  • Willingness to participate in on-call operational support rotations

Desired Qualifications: 

  • Familiarity with spacecraft telemetry, command and control systems, mission planning systems, and operational ground architectures
  • Experience developing data analytics solutions, operational dashboards, or automated reporting capabilities
  • Knowledge of anomaly resolution processes, mission assurance principles, and operational risk management
  • Experience coordinating factory acceptance testing, system verification activities, and operational capability transitions

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