Chief Engineer Support & Technical Integration Analyst

About the role

The Systems Engineer will support the Chief Engineer organization on a major U.S. Government satellite communications program, providing systems engineering and technical coordination support across multiple Integrated Product Teams (IPTs). This role assists in the execution of engineering activities spanning Space Vehicle development, Ground Segment implementation, mission operations, and broader program integration efforts supporting a Geostationary Earth Orbit (GEO) communications system operating in a Government-Owned, Contractor-Operated (GOCO) environment. The successful candidate will help coordinate technical activities, maintain engineering documentation, support requirements management processes, and ensure alignment across diverse engineering organizations. Working alongside senior systems engineers and technical leaders, this position provides broad exposure to large-scale space systems development, integration, and operations. It is well-suited for an early-career systems engineer seeking to grow into future technical integration, systems architecture, or Chief Engineer support roles.

Responsibilities

• Support the Chief Engineer organization in coordinating engineering activities across program IPTs, including Space Vehicle, Ground Segment, Systems Engineering, and Operations & Sustainment teams
• Aid in tracking technical tasks, action items, and engineering deliverables across multiple organizations
• Support preparation and organization of technical reviews, including SRR, PDR, CDR, TRR, FRR, and operational readiness activities
• Help maintain program technical documentation, including requirements artifacts, interface documentation, action logs, and engineering decision records
• Support systems engineering processes such as requirements traceability, configuration management, verification tracking, and risk management activities
• Collaborate with engineering teams to ensure technical alignment across spacecraft, payload, ground, networking, cybersecurity, and mission operations teams
• Prepare and manage technical meeting materials, including status reports, minutes, and follow-up action tracking
• Develop and maintain program dashboards, metrics, and technical reporting products
• Plan and execute integration and test activities spanning space and ground segment interfaces
• Participate in engineering working groups, customer engagements, and technical interchange meetings as required
• Assist with transition planning from development activities into operational sustainment environments
• Contribute to continuous improvement efforts across systems engineering and technical integration processes

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Systems Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Information Systems, or a related technical discipline
• 3–5 years of experience in systems engineering, aerospace, defense, satellite communications, or related technical environments
• Foundational understanding of requirements management, interface control, verification and validation, and configuration management principles
• Experience supporting technical projects or engineering teams within a structured program environment
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to track multiple technical tasks and dependencies simultaneously
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Familiarity with engineering documentation, technical reviews, and program execution processes
• Experience with collaboration tools such as Microsoft Office, Jira, Confluence, or similar platforms
• Ability to operate effectively within a team-oriented, multi-contractor environment
• Active U.S. Secret clearance or the ability to obtain and maintain one; eligibility for Top Secret/SCI preferred
• Exposure to satellite communications, aerospace systems, or government defense programs
• Familiarity with GEO satellite architectures or ground segment operational concepts
• Experience with or exposure to requirements management tools such as DOORS and Model-Based Systems Engineering environments
• Understanding of RF, communications, networking, or mission systems concepts
• Interest in spacecraft systems, mission operations, and large-scale technical integration activities

Qualifications

• Passionate about systems engineering and eager to broaden experience across spacecraft, payloads, ground systems, and mission operations
• Comfortable working in a collaborative environment, helping diverse technical teams stay aligned while maintaining strong organizational discipline and attention to detail
• Willingness to support technical reviews, manage documentation, and work alongside senior engineering leaders
• Desire to develop systems thinking, integration experience, and cross-functional exposure required for future technical leadership roles within the space and defense industry

Skills

• Systems Engineering
• Aerospace Engineering
• Electrical Engineering
• Computer Engineering
• Information Systems
• Requirements Management
• Interface Control
• Verification and Validation
• Configuration Management
• Technical Reviews
• Program Execution Processes
• Collaboration Tools
• RF, Communications, Networking, Mission Systems Concepts
• Spacecraft Systems, Mission Operations, Large-Scale Technical Integration Activities

Benefits

SES Space and Defense offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, financial stability, and overall well-being. This includes:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Retirement savings plan with company match
• Flexible spending accounts for healthcare and dependent care expenses
• Time off for vacation, sick leave, and holidays
• Professional development opportunities
• Employee assistance program

Pay

Competitive compensation based on experience and qualifications.

Schedule

Hybrid schedule available.