Senior Space Based Sensing Integration Engineer with Security Clearance

Astrion; Chantilly (VA); On-site; USD 161,000 - 218,000; Full time

Job summary

Astrion is seeking a Senior Space Based Sensing Integration Engineer in Chantilly, VA. You will provide SETA support across the full system lifecycle for a government SBST PAE program, interfacing with government leadership and industry partners to drive mission success.

Ideal candidates bring 10+ years in aerospace/space programs, MBSE and SysML proficiency, and demonstrated ability to assess contractor performance while briefing senior stakeholders.

Qualifications

• 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 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

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 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

Skills

MBSE

SysML

Briefings to leadership

Requirements traceability

Radar/ground system architectures

Cameo/MagicDraw

Tableau

Confluence

Jira

DOORS

Python/MATLAB

Education

Bachelor's in aerospace, electrical engineering, physics, or related field

Master's or PhD preferred

Tools

Cameo/MagicDraw

Tableau

Confluence

Jira

DOORS

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