Space Systems Engineer & Acquisition Logistics (Secret)

maxar; United States; Hybrid; USD 105,000 - 154,000; Full time

Job summary

Vantor seeks a seasoned Systems Engineer and Acquisition Logistics Specialist to move space and ground systems from concept to mission-ready. You will shape integration across system levels, verify performance, mitigate risks, and apply advanced technology to enhance national security.

Responsibilities include developing integration plans, collaborating with data analysts and logisticians, and ensuring readiness for deployment. Hybrid on-site work is required in the US.

Qualifications

• Active security clearance required (Secret).
• Bachelor’s degree in a STEM field.
• 7+ years in space-based program integration, systems engineering and logistics for MDAPs.
• Experience with DoD acquisition planning, sustainment and testing.
• Willingness to travel up to 25%.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute integration plans for space and ground systems.
• Lead activities across system-of-systems, system, segment, and element levels.
• Test, analyze, evaluate, verify, and validate system performance.
• Identify risks early, drive mitigation, and apply advanced tech solutions.
• Research emerging requirements and shape DoD acquisition guidance.

Skills

Autonomy

Problem solving

Communication skills

Systems engineering

Travel readiness

DoD acquisition knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in STEM

Master's degree in STEM

Tools

PMP Certification

CSEP or ESEP Certification

Job description

Vantor seeks a seasoned Systems Engineer and Acquisition Logistics Specialist to move space and ground systems from concept to mission-ready. You will shape integration across system levels, verify performance, mitigate risks, and apply advanced technology to enhance national security.

Responsibilities include developing integration plans, collaborating with data analysts and logisticians, and ensuring readiness for deployment. Hybrid on-site work is required in the US.