Space Vehicle Integration & Test Engineer — On-Site

SAIC; Chantilly (VA); On-site; USD 180,000 - 220,000; Full time

Job summary

SAIC in Chantilly, VA is seeking a Space Vehicle Integration and Test Engineer to support mission-driven satellite programs, with on-site work and a TS/SCI clearance. You will ensure mechanical, electrical, and software components function reliably to meet critical space mission requirements.

This role requires extensive systems engineering experience across acquisition, design, integration, and test, with leadership in trades and risk management.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with 14+ years experience, or Master's with 12+ years.
• Strong satellite systems engineering background.
• Extensive government acquisition program experience.
• Experience in mass properties, mechanical design, testing, propulsion or controls.
• Experience with space system requirements development and trade studies.

Responsibilities

• Provide space vehicle and subsystem engineering support to the Government and reviews.
• Oversee system-level design, integration, and test for space vehicles and interfaces.
• Lead risk identification, mitigation, and issue resolution with stakeholders.
• Generate reports, risk assessments, and briefings for milestones and reviews.
• Develop and deliver technical input and actions to ensure mission readiness.
• Support verification, validation, and test planning across programs.

Skills

Space systems engineering

Systems integration

Acquisition programs

Leadership

Risk assessment

Technical documentation

Government communication

Education

Bachelor's degree +14+ years

Master's degree preferred

Job description

SAIC in Chantilly, VA is seeking a Space Vehicle Integration and Test Engineer to support mission-driven satellite programs, with on-site work and a TS/SCI clearance. You will ensure mechanical, electrical, and software components function reliably to meet critical space mission requirements.

This role requires extensive systems engineering experience across acquisition, design, integration, and test, with leadership in trades and risk management.