Payload Systems Engineer
LV8D Solutions LLC
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Job summary
LV8D Solutions LLC in Chantilly, VA seeks a Payload Systems Engineer to lead and advise on satellite payload development, acquisition, and execution for EO/SAR programs. You will support the government with CONOPS, requirements, and contract documentation, ensuring end‑to‑end system success and milestone adherence.
The role requires on-site engagement, active TS/SCI clearance with poly, and strong leadership and communication skills to coordinate with government and contractor teams in a
Qualifications
- Bachelors in Engineering or Similar Field and five (5) years or more experience; Masters and three (3) years or more experience; PhD and 0 years related experience
- Experience with satellite and/or satellite payload system requirement development, design, manufacturing, and test
- Demonstrated experience supporting satellite and/or payload design reviews, including SRR, SDR, PDR, CDR, TRR, MRR, PSR, and related milestone reviews
- Experience supporting the acquisition of multiple payload systems
- Experience developing requirement documents, statements of work, and other contract documents for major acquisition programs
- Proven ability to assess contractor designs, identify risks, and evaluate technical performance against mission requirements
- Strong interpersonal, leadership, team‑building, and problem‑solving skills with demonstrated effectiveness in a government/contractor environment
- Working knowledge of government organizations, major acquisition processes, and satellite systems
Responsibilities
- Advise the PROSPO Payload Division Chief on all aspects of payload development and acquisition
- Support the SPO in planning, execution, monitoring, and oversight of multiple EO and SAR payload systems in development and acquisition
- Assist the Government in developing CONOPS and employment approaches for EO and SAR systems
- Assist the Government in developing requirement documents, statements of work (SOWs), and other contract documents during program acquisition and contract action preparation
- Provide oversight of acquisitions to ensure end‑to‑end system closure and satisfaction of mission need
- Draft technical evaluations and serve as a technical advisor during source selections
- Provide technical and programmatic assessments of contractor designs at major milestone reviews to evaluate progress, risks, issues, and ability to meet mission requirements
- Participate in program reviews and technical interchange meetings between developers and the COTR
- Review CDRL deliverables for technical accuracy, completeness, and sufficiency to meet program objectives
- Provide technical support to Government customer activities and programmatic processes
- Develop documents and briefings to communicate study results, technical findings, and program status to Government and industry stakeholders
Skills
Education
Job description
LV8D Solutions supports national security space and intelligence customers delivering next-generation sensing and exploitation capabilities. The Payload Systems Engineer will provide onsite systems engineering and technical advisory (SETA) services in support of a government program.
The Payload Systems Engineer will play a critical role in the development, acquisition, and execution of multiple satellite payload systems—both on‑orbit and in development. You will support the Payload Division SETA team in advising the government on technical, programmatic, and acquisition activities across EO and SAR payload portfolios. This role requires familiarity with government IC mission structures, acquisition processes, and satellite system lifecycles.
Note: An active Top Secret/SCI clearance with Polyis required to be considered for this role
Interested candidates need to thrive in an innovative, fast-paced environment; are highly motivated and not afraid to take on uncharted territory; possess strong communication, leadership, and organizational skills; and be able to prioritize their time to be effective in a dynamic environment.
- Advise the PROSPO Payload Division Chief on all aspects of payload development and acquisition
- Support the SPO in planning, execution, monitoring, and oversight of multiple EO and SAR payload systems in development and acquisition
- Assist the Government in developing CONOPS and employment approaches for EO and SAR systems
- Assist the Government in developing requirement documents, statements of work (SOWs), and other contract documents during program acquisition and contract action preparation
- Provide oversight of acquisitions to ensure end‑to‑end system closure and satisfaction of mission need
- Draft technical evaluations and serve as a technical advisor during source selections
- Provide technical and programmatic assessments of contractor designs at major milestone reviews to evaluate progress, risks, issues, and ability to meet mission requirements
- Participate in program reviews and technical interchange meetings between developers and the COTR
- Review CDRL deliverables for technical accuracy, completeness, and sufficiency to meet program objectives
- Provide technical support to Government customer activities and programmatic processes
- Develop documents and briefings to communicate study results, technical findings, and program status to Government and industry stakeholders
- Bachelors in Engineering or Similar Field and five (5) years or more experience; Masters and three (3) years or more experience; PhD and 0 years related experience
- Experience with satellite and/or satellite payload system requirement development, design, manufacturing, and test
- Demonstrated experience supporting satellite and/or payload design reviews, including SRR, SDR, PDR, CDR, TRR, MRR, PSR, and related milestone reviews
- Experience supporting the acquisition of multiple payload systems
- Experience developing requirement documents, statements of work, and other contract documents for major acquisition programs
- Proven ability to assess contractor designs, identify risks, and evaluate technical performance against mission requirements
- Strong interpersonal, leadership, team‑building, and problem‑solving skills with demonstrated effectiveness in a government/contractor environment
- Working knowledge of government organizations, major acquisition processes, and satellite systems
- U.S. Citizenship
- Active Top Secret/Sensitive Compartmented Information (TS/SCI) clearance
- Active Counterintelligence (CI) or Full Scope (FS) Polygraph
- On-site work in a government or contractor facility
- Occasional travel (up to 25%)
LV8D Solutions is an elite Systems Engineering and Technical Advisory (SETA) company that delivers advanced systems engineering, integration, acquisition, mission operations, network communications, and cybersecurity support to our defense and intelligence customers. Founded in 2019, we apply our deep technical expertise, understanding, and mission‑first mindset to design, acquire, and implement complex, high‑impact solutions for our Intelligence Community (IC) and Department of War (DoW) customers. We specialize in every aspect of our customers' space and ground mission systems while offering exceptional work‑life balance and an exemplary compensation and total rewards package designed to recruit, train, and retain top talent and committed to national defense and career growth.
LV8D Solutions LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity and inclusion. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, religion, gender, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other protected categories.
Performance-based bonus opportunities tied to contract or organizational performance.
Receive a payout for unused annual company contributions designated for health insurance premiums and professional training.
Earn up to $5,000 for each successful employee referral.
Bonus opportunities based on customer recognition received through Letters of Appreciation.
Celebrate your career achievements with anniversary awards on your 1st, 5th, 10th, and 20th years of service.
Receive an annual contribution equal to 4% of your W-2 gross earnings into your 401(k), with immediate vesting.
The company matches your 401(k) contributions dollar-for-dollar up to 6% of your monthly contribution, with immediate vesting.
The company invests in your professional growth through:
- Annual financial support for professional training and industry certifications
- Enhanced financial support for employees actively pursuing a degree at an accredited institution
Support for a healthy work‑life balance includes:
- Flexible work hours
- Competitive paid time off (PTO)
- Company holidays
The company offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support you and your family.
Three comprehensive Medical/Rx insurance plan options to meet the unique and individualized benefit needs of our employees
- Comprehensive dental insurance for employees and eligible dependents
- Comprehensive vision insurance for employees and eligible dependents
- 100% Company-Paid Short-Term Disability Insurance
- 100% Company-Paid Long-Term Disability Insurance
- 100% Company-Paid Basic Term Life Insurance with Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) coverage
- Optional employee-paid Supplemental Voluntary Life Insurance
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