Senior Space Based Sensing Integration Engineer with Security Clearance

Astrion; Chantilly (VA); On-site; USD 171,000 - 209,000; Full time

Job summary

Astrion is seeking a Senior Space Based Sensing Integration Engineer in Chantilly, VA. The role provides SETA support to a government program office responsible for the SBST PAE, engaging with government leadership and industry partners to ensure mission success.

You will lead independent technical assessments, systems engineering expertise, and lifecycle activities from design through launch and early operations, bridging government and industry in a fast-paced environment for a next-generation

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a technical field; 10+ years in aerospace/space/defense
• Experience across requirements, design, integration, test, operations
• MBSE experience; SysML tools like Cameo/MagicDraw; strong briefing skills

Responsibilities

• Provide independent technical assessment of designs, architectures and performance
• Support lifecycle activities: requirements, design reviews, integration, test, verification
• Evaluate radar payload performance and system-level trade studies
• Assess RF hardware development and production testing
• Support MBSE and digital engineering with system performance modeling
• Analyze end-to-end mission performance across sensor, ground, processing and dissemination
• Participate in major program design reviews; provide risk and mitigation guidance
• Develop briefings for senior stakeholders; collaborate with government and contractors

Skills

MBSE

SysML

Brief senior leadership

Requirements traceability

Architectures development

Ground system architectures

Education

Bachelor's degree in aerospace engineering, Electrical Engineering, Physics, or related technical field

Master's or PhD preferred

Tools

Cameo/MagicDraw

Tableau

Confluence

Jira

DOORS

Python

MATLAB

Job description

Overview Senior Space Based Sensing Integration Engineer LOCATION: Chantilly, VA JOB STATUS: Full-time CLEARANCE: TS/SCI w/CIPoly TRAVEL: As Needed SALARY RANGE: Estimated $190,000 + annually* *depending on experience, certifications, and qualifications Position Overview Astrion is seeking a Senior level engineer to provide SETA (Systems Engineering & Technical Assistance) support to a government program office responsible for the SBST PAE (Space-Based Sensing and Targeting Portfolio Acquisition Executive) This role places you at the center of a high-visibility, fast-paced program, working directly with government leadership and industry partners to ensure mission success. You will provide independent technical assessment, systems engineering expertise, and mission-focused insight across the full lifecycle from design through launch and early operations. If you're a technically strong engineer who thrives in a government advisory role, understands how to bridge government and industry, and wants to contribute to a next-generation space-based radar mission, we encourage you to apply.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS / SKILLS

• Bachelor's degree in aerospace engineering, Electrical Engineering, Physics, or related technical field (Master's or PhD preferred)
• 10+ years of experience in aerospace, space systems, or defense programs
• Demonstrated experience across the full system lifecycle (requirements, design, integration, test, and operations)
• Experience with one or more of the following:
• Requirements Traceability
• Architecture development
• Mission data processing or ground system architectures
• Experience with Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) and SysML tools (e.g., Cameo/MagicDraw)
• Ability to assess contractor technical performance and provide independent recommendations
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including experience briefing senior leadership

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS / SKILLS

• Prior experience supporting a government program office (SETA or similar role)
• Familiarity with DoD/IC acquisition processes (JCIDS, DoD 5000 series)
• Experience working with prime contractors and major subcontractors
• Background in:
• Satellite and payload engineering
• Communications systems and architectures
• Crypto integration in space systems
• Multi-sensor integration and data fusion
• Experience supporting:
• Integration & test campaigns
• Launch site operations and readiness reviews
• Early orbit operations/commissioning
• Proficiency with tools such as:
• Cameo/MagicDraw
• Tableau
• Confluence, Jira, DOORS
• Python, MATLAB, or similar analytical tools

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide independent technical assessment of contractor designs, architectures, and performance
• Support systems engineering lifecycle activities, including requirements development, design reviews, integration, test, and verification
• Evaluate radar payload performance, modeling, and system-level trade studies
• Assess RF hardware development and production testing
• Support Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) and digital engineering efforts, including system performance modeling and multi-sensor integration
• Analyze and validate end-to-end mission performance (sensor, ground, processing, dissemination)
• Participate in and support major program design reviews
• Provide technical risk identification and mitigation recommendations to government leadership
• Develop and deliver briefings and decision support materials for senior stakeholders
• Collaborate with government and contractor teams using tools such as Cameo, Tableau, and Confluence #CJ