Lead Mission Systems Engineer

OMNI Consulting Solutions•Chantilly, VA

5d•Onsite

About The Position

OMNI is seeking a Lead Mission Systems Engineer to provide Systems Engineering and Technical Assistance (SETA) support for a next-generation national security space program. The selected candidate will serve as the Government's lead mission engineering advisor, overseeing system integration, test, and mission readiness while coordinating technical activities across Government, contractor, and SETA teams throughout the acquisition lifecycle.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Physics, Aerospace Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical discipline (Master's degree preferred).
Minimum of 14 years of relevant experience with a Bachelor's degree or 12 years with a Master's degree.
At least 5 years of experience leading systems engineering activities on large, complex satellite or space systems programs.
Demonstrated expertise in spacecraft integration, system testing, verification, validation, and launch preparation.
Strong understanding of the systems engineering lifecycle and space system development processes.
Proven ability to lead cross-functional technical teams and coordinate activities across multiple organizations.
Excellent communication, leadership, and organizational skills.
Active TS/SCI clearance required.
U.S. Citizenship required

Nice To Haves

Previous SETA or Government Program Office experience supporting DoD or Intelligence Community space programs.
Experience supporting Assembly, Integration, and Test (AI&T), mission operations, or launch campaigns.
Familiarity with national security space acquisition programs and spacecraft development environments.

Responsibilities

Lead mission-level systems engineering efforts supporting spacecraft assembly, integration, testing, and launch readiness.
Advise Government leadership on technical performance, program schedules, risks, and mission execution.
Coordinate with contractor engineering teams and SETA representatives to monitor development progress and resolve technical issues.
Support system integration, verification, validation, and mission readiness reviews.
Evaluate technical risks and recommend mitigation strategies to maintain program objectives and launch schedules.
Facilitate technical interchange meetings, design reviews, and cross-functional engineering discussions.
Prepare executive briefings, engineering assessments, and decision-support materials for senior Government leadership.
Track mission progress and provide status updates across program reviews and leadership meetings.