Space Vehicle Test Engineer, SV AI&T Lead

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

Job summary

Systems Planning and Analysis, Inc. in Chantilly, VA seeks a Space Vehicle Test Engineer to support SV AI&T activities for a dynamic space program office.

You will deliver technical guidance, coordinate reviews, and ensure on-site implementation of test plans with government teams. Required are US citizenship with TS/SCI plus poly, a Bachelor’s in engineering or related field, and extensive SV AI&T experience.

Qualifications

• US Citizenship with TS/SCI + Poly clearance at date of application.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical support and mentoring to government teams on SV AI&T activities.
• Coordinate major program reviews, including SV Pre-Ship Review (PSR).
• Support the prime contractor's execution of AI&T with critical insight.

Skills

Communication skills

SV AI&T knowledge

Space systems engineering

Program coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field

Master's degree (preferred)

Job description

Systems Planning and Analysis, Inc. in Chantilly, VA seeks a Space Vehicle Test Engineer to support SV AI&T activities for a dynamic space program office.

You will deliver technical guidance, coordinate reviews, and ensure on-site implementation of test plans with government teams. Required are US citizenship with TS/SCI plus poly, a Bachelor’s in engineering or related field, and extensive SV AI&T experience.