Satellite Requirements Systems Engineer

LV8D Solutions, LLC

Chantilly (VA)

On-site

USD 140,000 - 190,000

Full time

4 days ago
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Benefits offered by this job

401(k) Company Match
Profit Sharing
Bonuses / Performance incentives

Job summary

LV8D Solutions LLC is seeking a Satellite Requirements Systems Engineer to join ESPO and lead requirements management, verification, and MBSE activities for Electro-Optical satellites. The role emphasizes independent and team-based work within a fast-paced defense environment.

Applicants must have Top Secret/SCI clearance with poly or eligibility, strong communication skills, and a background in aerospace or systems engineering. On-site in Chantilly, VA with occasional travel is required.

Qualifications

  • BS in Aerospace/Mechanical/Systems Engineering or similar with 9+ years experience; Masters and 7+ years for PhD 4+ years.
  • 7+ years experience on satellite programs with requirements management and verification.
  • Strong familiarity with electro-optical system & subsystem functionality, performance, and data.
  • Proficiency with DOORS, MS Office products, and Confluence.
  • Working knowledge of MBSE tools and data structures, including CAMEO and SysML.
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills.

Responsibilities

  • Support ESPO in design, development, manufacturing, integration & test, and launch & initialization of Electro-Optical satellites for the NRO.
  • Provide verification evidence for Enterprise requirements allocated to the program office.
  • Lead requirements development, traceability, and verification planning & execution; ensure interfaces/standards compliance.
  • Evaluate system and subsystem designs for compliance to program requirements.
  • Participate in analyses (power, weight, thermal, etc.) and identify design risks with corrective actions.
  • Assist with MBSE products (CONOPS, ICDs, Test Plans, Functional Decompositions).
  • Assist in acquisition planning, ECP evaluations, and government source selections.

Skills

Satellite systems engineering
Requirements management
MBSE
DOORS
MS Office
Confluence
CAMEO
SysML
Communication

Education

BS in Aerospace/Mechanical/Systems Engineering
Masters degree (optional)
PhD (optional)

Tools

DOORS
MS Office
Confluence
CAMEO
SysML

Job description

Mission Context

LV8D Solutions supports national security space and intelligence customers delivering next-generation sensing and exploitation capabilities. The Satellite Requirements Systems Engineer will provide Systems Engineering and Technical Assistance (SETA) support to the Electro-Optical System Program Office (ESPO).

Position Overview

The Satellite Requirements Systems Engineer must possess demonstrated systems engineering expertise in requirements management, traceability, and verification. The successful candidate must also have strong working knowledge across a wide variety of Electro-Optical satellite designs, functional, and performance capabilities.The candidate must be able to work both independently and in a team-based environment.

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.

Key Responsibilities
  • Directly support ESPO as the office responsible for the design, development, manufacturing, integration & test, and launch & initialization of Electro-Optical satellites for the NRO.
  • Represent ESPO equities by providing verification evidence for Enterprise requirements allocated to the program office.
  • Lead in managing requirements development, traceability, and verification planning & execution. Responsible for ensuring compliance to interfaces and standards or ensure appropriate deviations/waivers are in place.
  • Evaluate system and subsystem designs to ensure compliance to program requirements.
  • Participate in various engineering analysis, including assessing power, weight, thermal control, and other space vehicle design constraints as the design matures. Identify technical design risks and support development of corrective action plans.
  • Support Prime contractor and Enterprise stakeholders in developing and implementing various model-based systems engineering products (CONOPS, ICDs, Test Plans, Functional Decompositions, etc.).
  • Assist with acquisition planning, documentation, and Engineering Change Proposal (ECP) evaluations. Assist, as needed, in Government source selections and the technical evaluation of satellite provider proposals.
Required Qualifications
  • BS in Aerospace/Mechanical/Systems Engineering, or similar technical discipline and 9 years or more experience; Masters and 7 or PhD and 4.
  • 7+years of experience working on satellite programs and experience managing requirement development, analysis, decomposition, and allocation.
  • Have strong familiarity with electro-optical system & subsystem functionality, performance, and product data.
  • Proficiency with DOORS, MS Office products, and Confluence.
  • Working knowledge of MBSE tools and data structures, including CAMEO and SysML.
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills.
Security Requirements
  • U.S. Citizenship
  • Active Top Secret/Sensitive Compartmented Information (TS/SCI) clearance
  • Active Counterintelligence (CI) or Full Scope (FS) Polygraph
Work Environment
  • On-site work in a government or contractor facility
  • Occasional travel (up to 25%)
About LV8D Solutions

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 exemplarycompensationand total rewards package designed to recruit, train, and retain top talentandcommitted to national defense and career growth.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

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 & Recognition
Period of Performance (PoP) Bonus Opportunities

Performance-based bonus opportunities tied to contract or organizational performance.

Retention Incentive Benefit Bounty

Receive a payout for unused annual company contributions designated for health insurance premiums and professional training.

Referral Bonus

Earn up to $5,000 for each successful employee referral.

Customer Recognition Letter of Appreciation (LoA) Bonus Opportunities

Bonus opportunities based on customer recognition received through Letters of Appreciation.

Milestone Rewards

Celebrate your career achievements with anniversary awards on your 1st, 5th, 10th, and 20thyears of service.

Financial & Retirement Benefits
Profit Sharing

Receive an annual contribution equal to 4% of your W-2 gross earnings into your 401(k), with immediate vesting.

401(k) Company Match

The company matches your 401(k) contributions dollar-for-dollar up to 6% of your monthly contribution, with immediate vesting.

Career Development

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.
Work-Life Balance

Support for a healthy work-life balance includes:

  • Flexible work hours
  • Competitive paid time off (PTO)
  • Company holidays
Health & Wellness Benefits
Medical Coverage

Three comprehensive Medical/Rx insurance plan options to meet the unique and individualized benefit needs of our employees

Dental & Vision
  • Comprehensive dental insurance for employees and eligible dependents.
  • Comprehensive vision insurance for employees and eligible dependents.
Income Protection
  • 100% Company-Paid Short-Term Disability Insurance
  • 100% Company-Paid Long-Term Disability Insurance
Life Insurance
  • 100% Company-Paid Basic Term Life Insurancewith Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) coverage.
  • Optional employee-paid Supplemental Voluntary Life Insurance.
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