Space Vehicle Test & Integration 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

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.