Space Vehicle Production Lead: Critical Spacecraft Systems

Science Applications International Corp.; Chantilly (VA); On-site; USD 180,000 - 220,000; Full time

Job summary

Science Applications International Corp. in Chantilly, VA is seeking a Space Vehicle Production Engineer to support space programs for government customers. On-site collaboration with Government personnel ensures space vehicle components meet safety and reliability requirements.

You will lead reviews, guide manufacturing, test, and integration, translate customer needs into actionable requirements, and communicate progress to senior decision makers while managing risks on aggressive schedules.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with 14+ years' experience or Master's with 12+ years' experience.
• Strong satellite systems engineering background.
• Extensive government acquisition program experience.
• Experience in mass properties, mechanical design, optical-mechanical systems, or environmental testing.

Responsibilities

• Provide government with space vehicle and sub-systems engineering input and action plans.
• Oversee environmental, thermal, and acceptance testing for flight hardware.
• Assess contractor designs and document manufacturing, assembly, and integration steps.

Skills

Satellite systems engineering

Acquisition program experience

Systems engineering processes

Stakeholder communication

Education

Bachelor's degree + 14+ years

Master's degree + 12+ years

Job description

Science Applications International Corp. in Chantilly, VA is seeking a Space Vehicle Production Engineer to support space programs for government customers. On-site collaboration with Government personnel ensures space vehicle components meet safety and reliability requirements.

You will lead reviews, guide manufacturing, test, and integration, translate customer needs into actionable requirements, and communicate progress to senior decision makers while managing risks on aggressive schedules.