Space Vehicle Test Engineer

Systems Planning & Analysis; Chantilly (VA); On-site; USD 125,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Systems Planning and Analysis, Inc. (SPA) is seeking a Space Vehicle Test Engineer in Chantilly, VA to support a dynamic and innovative space program.

You will provide technical guidance, coaching, and mentoring to government staff on SV AI&T activities across multiple contractor facilities. The role requires a strong background in SV AI&T processes, excellent communication, and proactive collaboration to help ensure successful program execution within a high-visibility government space program.

Qualifications

• US Citizenship with TS/SCI + Poly clearance at date of application.
• Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field.
• 9 years of SV AI&T experience.
• Familiarity with DoW/IC acquisitions process, programs, and SOW compliance.
• Strong organizational and communication skills in high pressure environments.
• Experience reviewing installation/test procedures and on-site support.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical support and mentorship to government relative to SV AI&T activities across contractor facilities.
• Coordinate major program reviews (e.g., SV Pre-Ship Review).
• Contribute to program planning, risk identification and resolution, and on-site technical guidance.

Skills

SV AI&T experience

Technical coaching

Strong communication

Program coordination

DoW/IC acquisitions familiarity

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Master's degree

Tools

IMS

Job description

Overview

Systems Planning and Analysis, Inc. (SPA) delivers high-impact, technical solutions to complex national security issues. With over 50 years of business expertise and consistent growth, we are known for continuous innovation for our government customers, in both the US and abroad. Our exceptionally talented team is highly collaborative in spirit and practice, producing Results that Matter . Come work with the best! We offer opportunity, unique challenges, and clear-sighted commitment to the mission. SPA: Objective. Responsive. Trusted.

Overview

Systems Planning and Analysis, Inc. (SPA) delivers high-impact, technical solutions to complex national security issues. With over 50 years of business expertise and consistent growth, we are known for continuous innovation for our government customers, in both the US and abroad. Our exceptionally talented team is highly collaborative in spirit and practice, producing Results that Matter . Come work with the best! We offer opportunity, unique challenges, and clear-sighted commitment to the mission. SPA: Objective. Responsive. Trusted.

The Space and Intelligence Division provides professional services to the US Space Force, Combatant Commands, Intelligence Community, and NASA. Our work includes enterprise architectural assessments, systems engineering and integration, test, planning and execution, cost estimating and analysis, acquisition support, and cybersecurity. We are trusted partners developing approaches and concepts to meet emerging high priority needs, assessing cutting-edge technologies, and supporting capabilities for our National Defense. Come join the fastest growing Division at Systems Planning and Analysis, Inc.!

The Intelligence Programs Group (IPG), part of SPA's Space and Intelligence Division, is a specialized provider of systems engineering and trusted advisory services to the Space and National Intelligence community. We utilize mission-proven, data-driven advisory tools and capabilities. We provide highly technical support to ensure the government acquires cutting edge technology necessary for our National Defense. Our portfolio includes the National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA), National Reconnaissance Office (NRO), and National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA). Come where you will be part of our high-caliber team!

Space Vehicle Test Engineer

Responsibilities

SPA is looking for a Systems Engineer with an understanding of a Space Vehicle Assembly Integration and Test (SV AI&T) experience in Chantilly, VA to support a very dynamic and innovative space program office. This position, you will provide technical support, coaching and mentoring to the government relative to ongoing SV AI&T activities happening across diverse geographically located contractor facilities. You will be coordinating other scopes of related work such as major program reviews, such as SV Pre-Ship Review (PSR).

The job requires knowledge of SV AI&T processes and plans, excellent communication and collaboration skills, the ability to create unique work products, while having the ability to be strategically proactive. The Systems Engineer directly supports the GPOC overseeing SV AI&T providing critical insight to the prime contractor's execution of AI&T.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• US Citizenship with TS/SCI + Poly clearance at date of application
• Please discuss specific polygraph requirements with an SPA Talent Acquisition professional
• Bachelor's degree in engineering, or a related field
• 9 year experience in Space Vehicle Assembly Integration and Test (SV AI&T)
• Familiarity with DoW/IC acquisitions process, programs, and SOW compliance
• Strong organizational and communication skills within high pressure environments
• Experience in reviewing installation/test procedures, monitoring execution, identifying risks, discrepancy resolution and on-site support

Desired Qualifications

• INCOSE, ESEP or CSEP
• Master degree and 8 years experience
• Experience as an intelligence analyst with demonstrated skills in communicating with analytical communities
• Thorough understanding of space systems design, integration and test requirements and test execution, including test equipment support
• Experience in Integrated Master Schedule (IMS) construct and Earned Value processes

Pay Range Information

At SPA, we strive to deliver a robust total compensation package that will attract and retain top talent. Elements of the compensation package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities. SPA provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and a number of programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work. The specific programs and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, etc. Please note that the salary information shown below is a general guideline only. Salaries are commensurate with experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations. Virginia, Pay Transparency Salary range: USD $125,000.00/Yr. - USD $190,000.00/Yr.