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Senior Space System EngineerQinetiQ US • Los Angeles, CA, US
Senior Space System Engineer

Senior Space System Engineer

QinetiQ US • Los Angeles, CA, US
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We are a world-class team of professionals who deliver next generation technology and products in robotic and autonomous platforms, ground, soldier, and maritime systems in 50+ locations world-wide. Much of our work contributes to innovative research in the fields of sensor science, signal processing, data fusion, artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning (ML), and augmented reality (AR).

QinetiQ US's dedicated experts in defense, aerospace, security, and related fields all work together to explore new ways of protecting the American Warfighter, Security Forces, and Allies. Being a part of QinetiQ US means being central to the safety and security of the world around us. Partnering with our customers, we help save lives; reduce risks to society; and maintain the global infrastructure on which we all depend.

Why Join QinetiQ US?

If you have the courage to take on a wide variety of complex challenges, then you will experience a unique working environment where innovative teams blend different perspectives, disciplines, and technologies to discover new ways of solving complex problems. In our diverse and inclusive environment, you can be authentic, feel valued, be respected, and realize your full potential. QinetiQ US will support you with workplace flexibility, a commitment to the health and well-being of you and your family and provide opportunities to work with a purpose. We are committed to supporting your success in both your professional and personal lives.

Position Overview

Join us in our fast-paced support to develop, advance, and sustain weapon systems for the U.S. Space Force (USSF) and its mission partners. You will be joining a team of personnel with experience and an in-depth understanding of the environments that include ground, near-space, space, and any system that operates in those environments to meet current and projected strategic, operational, and tactical needs for the Department of Defense (DoD). QinetiQ is a mission-led innovation company that works with the USSF and DoD to design, develop, field, and maintain requirements essential to national security and the survivability of the warfighter.

We are seeking a Senior Space System Engineer. The Senior Space System Engineer is responsible for providing expert insight, knowledge, and perspectives on design and architecture analysis and management of modeling and simulation activities. This will include requirements development, configuration control, and government Deficiency Review (DR) board establishment, execution, and DR disposition and management as well as developing and managing technical requirements and space system acquisition efforts. The ideal candidate will be highly knowledgeable in classified space control space, ground, and command and control (C2) systems including concepts, development, building, and testing; electronic attack technologies and system design implementation; and highly knowledgeable in electromagnetic spectrum, signal processing, and communications including how to design and perform architecture analysis and management of modeling and simulation activities.

Responsibilities

  • Provide space system engineering and technical advice for projects and programs as well as support program acquisition efforts for advanced technology, future concept development, and integration activities.
  • Support the revision or drafting of JCIDS and acquisition documentation such as Initial Capability Documents, Analysis of Alternatives, Concept of Operations, Technical / Systems Requirement Documents, Technical Evaluations, and System Specifications.
  • Provide inputs and support on technical and / or programmatic status reporting of individual projects, programs, or portfolios.
  • Identify areas of improvement with actionable, feasible recommendations, and tasks for reducing risk where appropriate as well as support risk identification, process definition, and detailed technical risk mitigation plans.
  • Maintain awareness of current program schedule, monitor acquisition implementation, report requirement shortfalls, and provide program assessments based on the identified risks.
  • Shall advise the Government program manager on technical engagements such as technical interchange meetings, design reviews, program conferences, and other informational meetings.
  • Maintain a broad awareness and understanding of all programs and technology development efforts in execution across the applicable portfolio as well as assist integrated product teams and working groups.
  • Provide technical and operational insight to support mission protection, operations, and mission data assessments as well as recommend viable solutions for technical anomalies.
  • Provide modeling, simulation, and analysis (MS&A) and architecture development support, including definition and development of Space Protection and Space Control mission area architectures and alternatives.

Required Qualifications

  • Highly knowledgeable in classified space control space, ground, and C2 systems (concepts, development, build, and test).
  • Highly knowledgeable in space control-related technologies, including but not limited to, electromagnetic spectrum, signal processing, communications.
  • Highly knowledgeable in developing and managing technical requirements and space system acquisition efforts.
  • Highly knowledgeable in electronic attack technologies and system design implementation.
  • Capable of design and architecture analysis and management of modeling and simulation activities.
  • Highly knowledgeable in classified space control systems engineering processes and procedures, including but not limited to, requirements development, configuration control, and government DR board establishment, execution, and DR disposition and management.
  • Excellent communication, interpersonal, leadership, and stakeholder management skills.
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with multiple competing priorities.
  • Excellent project management and organizational skills.
  • Ability to identify and solve problems.
  • Masters Degree
  • 10+ years of relevant experience
  • TS / SCI Eligibility; #qinetiqclearedjob
  • Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience with Air Force, Space Force, and / or Space Systems Command
  • Company EEO Statement

    Accessibility / Accommodation :

    If because of a medical condition or disability you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to staffing@us.QinetiQ.com or call (540) 658-2720 Opt. 4 and let us know the nature of your request and contact information.

    QinetiQ US is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All Qualified Applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, age, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.

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