Satellite Subsystem System Engineer

omniconsultcorp

Chantilly (VA)

On-site

USD 120,000 - 150,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical Coverage

Dental Benefits

Vision Benefits

Life Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan with Employer Matching

Fully Vested on Day 1 of Employment

Paid Time Off & Sick Leave

Company Sponsored Social Events

Job summary

omniconsultcorp is seeking a Satellite Subsystem Systems Engineer in Chantilly, VA, to support crucial national security programs. The candidate will act as a technical advisor, overseeing spacecraft subsystems from development to operational readiness.

This role requires strong expertise in subsystems, including Electrical Power and Thermal Control Systems, along with excellent analytical and communication skills. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, and a 401(k) retirement plan with matching.

Qualifications

14+ years of relevant experience with a Bachelor's degree or 12+ years with a Master's degree.
Experience supporting spacecraft development, integration, testing, or operations.

Responsibilities

Serve as the focal point for satellite subsystem development and operations.
Support spacecraft subsystem design, integration, and readiness reviews.
Develop technical assessments and recommendations for government leadership.

Skills

Active TS/SCI clearance

Systems engineering experience

Strong analytical skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Aerospace Engineering or related discipline

Tools

Electrical Power Systems

Attitude Determination and Control Systems

Thermal Control Systems

Propulsion Systems

Command and Data Handling

Structures and Mechanisms

Job description

Location: Chantilly, VA

Clearance: Active TS/SCI Required

U.S. Citizen requried

OMNI is seeking a Satellite Subsystem Systems Engineer to support a high-priority national security space program. In this SETA role, you will serve as a trusted technical advisor to the Government Program Office, overseeing the development, integration, testing, and operational readiness of critical spacecraft subsystems throughout the system lifecycle.

This position offers the opportunity to work directly with government leadership, prime contractors, and technical experts supporting advanced space systems that are vital to national security missions.

Key Responsibilities

Serve as the Government Program Office's focal point for assigned satellite subsystem development and operations activities.
Support spacecraft subsystem design, integration, test, verification, and operational readiness reviews.
Participate in contractor Integrated Product Teams (IPTs), technical reviews, and milestone events.
Review subsystem designs, test plans, test results, and verification evidence to ensure requirements compliance.
Partner with government and contractor engineers to identify technical risks, resolve issues, and improve mission performance.
Coordinate with SETA engineers, mission engineers, and subject matter experts to assess subsystem performance and mission impacts.
Monitor development progress, schedule execution, and technical maturity across the subsystem lifecycle.
Support launch readiness activities, integration and test campaigns, and satellite operational planning.
Develop technical assessments, briefings, and recommendations for government leadership.

Required Qualifications

Active TS/SCI clearance.
Bachelor's degree in Aerospace Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineering, Physics, or a related technical discipline.
14+ years of relevant experience with a Bachelor's degree or 12+ years with a Master's degree.
Strong systems engineering experience supporting spacecraft development, integration, testing, or operations.
Expertise in one or more satellite subsystems, including:

Electrical Power Systems (EPS)
Attitude Determination and Control Systems (ADCS)
Thermal Control Systems
Propulsion Systems
Command and Data Handling (C&DH)
Structures and Mechanisms

Experience supporting pre-launch integration, test, and spacecraft verification activities.
Strong analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Preferred Qualifications

6+ years supporting DoD or Intelligence Community satellite programs as a developer, government employee, FFRDC member, or SETA contractor.
Experience supporting multiple spacecraft subsystems or satellite command and control (C2) operations.
Familiarity with systems engineering processes, requirements verification, and risk management.
Experience supporting spacecraft integration and test campaigns, launch operations, or on-orbit operations.
Knowledge of DoD acquisition processes and space system development lifecycles.

Benefits