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Space Systems Engineer

Space Systems Integration (SSI) is a fast-growing engineering company that provides aerospace solutions to a variety of government and commercial customers.  Our employees are forward-thinking, self-directed individuals who are committed to solving our customers’ technical challenges.


SSI is seeking a Space Systems Engineer for a position in Chantilly, VA.


Responsibilities include:

·       Provides technical oversight and leadership to the 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 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. 

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

·       Prepares briefings for senior decision makers. 


Required Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree in science, technology, engineering, or math (STEM) 
  • Minimum of 10 years’ experience with satellite and ground systems  
  • Technical and analytic understanding of satellite and ground system interaction 
  • Strong experience in requirements development and tracking 
  • Ability to work in fast paced environment with excellent oral and written communication skills 
  • TS/SCI Clearance required


Preferred Qualifications:
  • Master’s degree in STEM or related discipline 


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Space Systems Integration provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

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