Senior Test and Integration Engineer

About the role

The Systems Integration and Test Office (SITO) within The Aerospace Corporation is seeking a Senior Engineering Specialist to support programs across multiple domains, including satellite programs, ground systems, small satellite experimentation, prototyping, rapid acquisition, nuclear weapons design and acquisition, and nuclear weapons security and non-proliferation. SITO serves as the source of expertise in Systems Integration, technology insertion, and system engineering applied to operationally realistic tests. Staff support all program phases from pre-contract assistance through transition to operations.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Develop and implement cutting-edge test and integration methodologies including agile practices, Digital Engineering, enterprise performance testing, and proliferated constellation strategies
• Lead coordination and integration efforts across Government, SETA, and contractor teams to successfully field highly classified critical systems for Space Systems Center, IC, NASA, and NNSA programs
• Provide comprehensive systems engineering and integration expertise spanning mission, organizational, physical, functional, signal, hardware/software, and operational interfaces throughout all acquisition lifecycle phases
• Direct test planning and execution activities including test architecture design, operational testing, data evaluation, anomaly resolution, and residual risk assessment for space systems
• Support requirements development and validation by establishing verifiable requirements, defining engineering models/simulations/test beds, and ensuring appropriate verification techniques during requirements definition
• Deliver integration support to programs and LEPs through integration reviews, failure investigations, studies, and acquisition support for both new and existing programs
• Ensure end-to-end program success from requirements definition through Launch, Initialization, and Operations phases with focus on interface and transition requirement validation

Minimum Requirements

• BS degree in engineering, mathematics, or physical sciences or an equivalent combination of training and experience
• 12 or more years of progressively responsible experience in systems engineering or program management
• Knowledge of space and space-related systems
• Demonstrated ability to form and lead teams
• Demonstrated ability to work in a highly dynamic Program Office environment with a mix of government, FFRDC, and SETA personnel
• Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills; experience presenting and writing technical information
• Some travel is required
• Current TS/SCI or Q clearance is required

How You Can Stand Out

• Advanced degree in technical discipline (engineering, science or math)
• Systems Engineering experience with rapid operational systems
• An excellent personal technical reputation and a record of personal technical achievement
• Program office and management, independent review, or advisory board experience
• Working knowledge of expertise from across The Aerospace Corporation, especially subject matter experts and laboratory operations with the ability to support customer needs
• Knowledge of MBSE and agile methodologies
• Eligibility for Special Access Programs

Pay

The grade-based pay range for this job is $151,300.00 – $226,900.00 on an annual basis. Individual salaries within that range are determined through a wide variety of factors including but not limited to education, experience, knowledge and skills.

Schedule

This full-time position will be located onsite in Chantilly, VA.