Space Systems Engineer Lead – Interceptor & Space Ops

TriVector Services, Inc.; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance options

Life insurance

401K matching

Education reimbursement

Vacation & Holidays

Maternity Leave

Employee referral incentive

Monthly company events

Job summary

TriVector Services, Inc. in Huntsville, Alabama is seeking a Space Systems Engineer (Technical Lead) to support the Space Based Interceptor (SBI) program under the Golden Dome initiative.

The role involves leading architecture design, system integration, and test of space and host-vehicle components, with regular interaction with senior Government and Military Officers. The candidate will guide complex weapon system design trades, ensure real-time telemetry and data integrity, and uphold DoD

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in aerospace or related field is required.
• 15+ years of systems engineering experience in space, host vehicle, or interceptor design.
• Active Top-Secret clearance with SCI eligibility is required or highly desired.

Responsibilities

• Develop and refine system architecture for SBI operations and Golden Dome space-based operations.
• Lead teams to develop technical solutions for Vendor Interceptor, Host Vehicle, or weapon system design trades.
• Provide technical expertise during system operations with telemetry and data flow meeting mission requirements.
• Optimize system performance for responsiveness and reliability.
• Perform risk assessments to identify vulnerabilities in ground systems and mitigate them.
• Ensure robust cybersecurity protocols and compliance with DoD standards.

Skills

Problem solving

Collaboration

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in aerospace

Master's degree in aerospace (preferred)

Job description

TriVector Services, Inc. in Huntsville, Alabama is seeking a Space Systems Engineer (Technical Lead) to support the Space Based Interceptor (SBI) program under the Golden Dome initiative.

The role involves leading architecture design, system integration, and test of space and host-vehicle components, with regular interaction with senior Government and Military Officers. The candidate will guide complex weapon system design trades, ensure real-time telemetry and data integrity, and uphold DoD