Space Systems Engineer

Duties and Responsibilities

• Perform engineering analysis of missile warning, missile tracking, and missile defense, space system and subsystems, MILSATCOM, and GPS.
• Perform engineering analysis of test capabilities and requirements.
• Identify test capability requirements.
• Identify test capability shortfalls.
• Develop test methodologies and tools.
• Recommend approaches to operational test and integrated developmental / operational test activities.
• Provide inputs to Space Force Test Delta in support of planning requirements and OT&E activities.
• Collect and analyze data to assist in the evaluation of system readiness / effectiveness / suitability / progress, and make recommendations to the test director.
• Review, analyze, and report to test director status of Systems Program Office, and developmental contractor’s space systems documentation.
• Assist in determining the capability of the system to withstand natural and man-made threat environments, and quantify the degree of impairment.
• Aid in the preparation of test documentation for inclusion in test and evaluation plans and reports.
• Aid in the preparation of briefings or slides as part of the plan or report coordination process.
• Aid in the preparation of lessons learned reports.
• Participate in Integrated Test Teams and program-related working groups.

Requirements

• Background in developmental testing experience and has experience with development, testing and operations of missile warning, missile tracking, and missile defense.
• Preferably has experience with MILSATCOM, and GPS constellation support.
• Must possess a Bachelor of Science degree in a science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) field.
• Background in operational testing highly desired.
• Background in space systems, missile warning, and satellite communications.
• Position requires practical application of: The methods and techniques of engineering or systems architecture; the construction, application, properties, operations, and limitations of engineering systems, and processes; Ability to utilize Design of Experiments as it applies to test design.
• Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment while being able to prioritize work to balance multiple projects and deadlines.
• Must have the ability to quickly understand the customers’ overall technical objectives and mission and provide effective solutions.
• Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills along with customer interaction and presentation capabilities.
• Must be able to work effectively alone or within a group.

Qualifications

• U.S. Citizenship required.
• Travel: 15-20% travel requirement.
• Security Clearance: Active DoD Top Secret security clearance required. Must be SCI eligible.
• Must be able to maintain level of clearance required for this position.

Benefits

Qualis LLC is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse and talented workforce who can contribute to the mission and vision of the Company. Our employees are our greatest asset and we promote a positive work environment, teamwork, professional growth, innovation, community involvement, flexible scheduling and a family-friendly work environment.

Equal Opportunity Employer/M/F/Vet/Disabled and a Participant in E-Verify