Space Test Engineer

Spacesystemsintegration; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 130,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Space Systems Integration in Albuquerque, NM seeks a Space Test Engineer to support development of space hardware and software for DoD/IC missions. You will provide SETA support and lead test campaigns across satellite buses, subsystems, and ground systems.

The role demands an ABET-accredited engineering degree, 7–10 years of related experience, and an Active TS clearance with SCI eligibility. Travel up to 30% within the continental U.S. is expected.

Qualifications

• ABET-accredited engineering degree or PE license required.
• Proven testing experience on satellite systems and DoD/IC programs.
• Strong systems engineering and SETA background; propulsion, avionics or software domain knowledge advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Plan, perform and document test activities for space hardware and software.
• Develop and execute test and evaluation master plans across subsystems and ground systems.
• Coordinate with mission partners and manage test schedules and risk.
• Translate complex data into actionable recommendations for leadership.
• Lead, mentor, and supervise staff on test campaigns as needed.

Skills

DoD/IC experience

Test engineering

SAT hardware testing

System engineering

SETA

Test planning

Clearance awareness

Education

ABET-accredited engineering degree

MA/MS/ME degree

Professional Engineering license

Job description

Space Systems Integration (SSI) is a fast-growing engineering company that provides aerospace solutions to a variety of government and commercial customers. Our employees are forward-thinking, self-directed individuals who are committed to solving our customers’ technical challenges.

SSI is seeking a Space Test Engineer for a role in Albuquerque, NM.

This candidate will support the development of first-of-kind space vehicles and missions. This handpicked candidate must possess technical expertise and experience with developing, designing, building, and integrating space hardware and software. In this position, you will provide System Engineering Technical Assistance (SETA) to our Customer.The mission is to develop and deliver operationally dominant space capabilities at the speed of warfighting relevance in response to Commander, U.S. Space Command requirements. A successful candidate should be a leader and problem solver with a proven ability to deliver superior results as part of a high-performing team in a high-profile, fast-paced environment.

TE Principal Duty

You will work in a small, highly empowered team where every team member is directly responsible for the success of the program. Engineering responsibilities span technology domains including space-rated hardware, software, sensors, and processors in an extremely fast-paced, responsive development environment. This SETA candidate will provide in-depth test background on satellite vehicle bus, subsystems, and/or ground systems to improve program office insight into state-of-the-art commercial and legacy mission systems, and C2 requirements and capabilities. You must apply advanced principles, theories, and concepts for highly classified systems, while also effectively communicating complex results with management and executive leadership.

Roles and Responsibilities include:

• Supports design, interpretation, and analysis of technical solutions to complex discipline-specific testing.
• Plans and performs test research, development, and other assignments in conformance with design, engineering, and customer specifications.
• Evaluates system architecture and component testing to eliminate unnecessary redundancy and align capabilities across multiple programs and/or agencies.
• Provides technical expertise for performance analysis, test plan design, and test scenarios for functional testing, security testing, and vulnerability analysis of ground and space operations tools and capabilities.
• Responsible for the technical/engineering planning and execution of major and minor testing necessary on project(s).
• Leads authoring, evaluation, and/or execution of program test and evaluation master plan as well as system acceptance planning; interfaces with multiple mission partners, overseeing test and system engineering working groups.
• Coordinates with multiple partners/agencies to ensure test communities support delivery milestones.
• Work on high-visibility or mission-critical aspects of a given program and perform all functional duties independently.
• Oversee the efforts of less senior staff and/or be responsible for the efforts of all staff assigned to a specific job.
• Translate complex ideas and data into simple, actionable recommendations or easily differentiated courses of action.

Qualifications

• Minimum ten (7) years DoD/IC, or relevant industry work experience.
• An applicable engineering degree from a program accredited by the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET) or possess a Professional Engineering license.
• MA/MS/ME degree.
• Proven experience and/or qualifications in in testing satellite systems.
• Understanding of operational environment and corresponding mission user needs.
• Knowledge of space system engineering, development, and manufacturing
• Experience in DoD program management including program development and transition.
• Experience with Integrated Master Schedules, and risk management.
• Experience with Statements of Work (SOW) and Performance Work Statements (PWS).
• Active TS clearance with in-scope T5/SSBI is required, along with SCI eligibility and participation in Continuous Evaluation.
• Must meet all requirements for SCI and SAP access and be willing to undergo a polygraph examination.
• Full-time, on site in vicinity of Kirtland NM, and will require travel up to 30% of time within the continental United States.
• Five (5) years of relevant DoD and/or Industry work experience with SAP and/or SCI.
• System Engineering Technical Assistance (SETA) to Government program office.
• Experience with rapid prototyping.
• Experience with integrated air, space, and cyberspace capabilities.
• Experience developing, deploying, and maintaining ground mission planning architecture and software.
• Experience with ACAT I/II level acquisition programs.
• Experience using multivariable optimization in mission planning software systems.
• Experience in planning and executing test campaigns for space systems.
• Fluency with IC organizations.

Space Systems Integration provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.