Space Systems Engineer

QinetiQ • Chantilly, VA • 2h ago

Company Overview

We are a world-class team of professionals who deliver next generation technology and products in robotic and autonomous platforms, ground, soldier, and maritime systems in 50+ locations world-wide. Much of our work contributes to innovative research in the fields of sensor science, signal processing, data fusion, artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning (ML), and augmented reality (AR).

QinetiQ US's dedicated experts in defense, aerospace, security, and related fields all work together to explore new ways of protecting the American Warfighter, Security Forces, and Allies. Being a part of QinetiQ US means being central to the safety and security of the world around us. Partnering with our customers, we help save lives; reduce risks to society; and maintain the global infrastructure on which we all depend.

Why Join QinetiQ US?

If you have the courage to take on a wide variety of complex challenges, then you will experience a unique working environment where innovative teams blend different perspectives, disciplines, and technologies to discover new ways of solving complex problems. In our diverse and inclusive environment, you can be authentic, feel valued, be respected, and realize your full potential. QinetiQ US will support you with workplace flexibility, a commitment to the health and well-being of you and your family and provide opportunities to work with a purpose. We are committed to supporting your success in both your professional and personal lives.

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

Provides technical oversight and leadership to the SDA ground segment development, testing, integration, and operations effort.

Assists with the design verifications and works with the vendor team to implement solutions to support the SDA's mission.

Oversees the ground's technical baseline , identifying key architecture and system level trades , developing Concept of Operations (CONOPS) for new capabilities and coordinating them across the affected organizations

Resolves highly complex and multi-dimensional problems requiring consideration of variables that impact multiple aspects of the project/program

Develops enterprise, system, functional, performance, and interface requirements

C oordinates with cross-functional teams ( i.e. Government, Military, SETA, FFRDC, UARC, & Industry) and external stakeholders

P repar es briefings for senior decision makers.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in science, technology, engineering , or math (STEM)

Minimum of 1 0 years' experience with satellite and ground systems

Technical and analytic understanding of satellite and ground system interaction

Strong e xperience in requirements development and tracking

Ability to work in fast paced environment with excellent oral and written communication skills

TS Clearance required . Must be able to obtain/ maintain SCI #qinetiqclearedjob

Preferred Qualifications

Master's degree in STEM or related discipline

Company EEO Statement

Accessibility/Accommodation:

If because of a medical condition or disability you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to staffing@us.QinetiQ.com or call (540) 658-2720 Opt. 4 and let us know the nature of your request and contact information.

QinetiQ US is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All Qualified Applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, age, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.

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