Senior Ground Systems Engineer – Space Operations

Arenatechnologies; Chantilly (VA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Arenatechnologies is seeking a Ground Systems Engineer with experience in the Space Domain in Chantilly, VA. This position is critical for supporting a dynamic space program, focusing on the development, integration, and sustainment of mission-critical ground systems.

The successful candidate will play a key role in systems lifecycle management and collaborate with engineering teams to ensure operational capabilities are met. Applicants should possess a Bachelor's degree in a relevant engineering discipline and have 9+ years of experience in ground systems engineering.

Qualifications

• US Citizenship with TS/SCI + Poly clearance at the date of application.
• 9+ years experience in ground systems engineering or related areas.
• Experience supporting complex system integration within operational environments.

Responsibilities

• Support the development and integration of mission-critical ground systems.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure mission sustainability.
• Preserve institutional knowledge and support branch-level planning.

Skills

Ground systems engineering

Software integration

Systems engineering principles

Collaboration

Mission operations

Education

Bachelor's degree in relevant engineering discipline

Job description

Arenatechnologies is seeking a Ground Systems Engineer with experience in the Space Domain in Chantilly, VA. This position is critical for supporting a dynamic space program, focusing on the development, integration, and sustainment of mission-critical ground systems.

The successful candidate will play a key role in systems lifecycle management and collaborate with engineering teams to ensure operational capabilities are met. Applicants should possess a Bachelor's degree in a relevant engineering discipline and have 9+ years of experience in ground systems engineering.