Space Systems Engineer

TEKsystems • Chantilly, VA

1d • $75 - $110 • Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a Principal or Sr. Systems Engineer to serve as an independent technical advisor on a high-priority national security space program. This is not a traditional contractor execution role — you will be the technical expert that government leadership relies on to evaluate contractor designs, validate system performance, and ensure mission requirements are met from early design through launch and on-orbit operations. If you want your technical judgment to actually shape a program, this is that opportunity.

Requirements

• Deep systems engineering experience across the full lifecycle — requirements through design through integration through operations
• Hands-on experience with space-based ISR systems, radar system design, signal processing, or RF payload development
• Proficiency in MBSE and SysML tools, specifically Cameo or MagicDraw
• Experience with performance modeling and estimation — detection, tracking, and coverage analysis
• Proficiency with engineering and collaboration tools including Python, MATLAB, Jira, Confluence, and DOORS
• Active TS/SCI clearance required

Nice To Haves

• Advanced degree (MS or PhD) in aerospace engineering, electrical engineering, physics, or a related field
• Prior SETA or government advisory experience
• Familiarity with DoD/IC acquisition frameworks including JCIDS and DoD 5000
• Experience working with prime contractors and subcontractors
• Experience in satellite or payload engineering and communications architectures
• Experience with crypto integration, multi-sensor fusion, and data processing systems
• Participation in integration and test campaigns, launch readiness, and early orbit operations
• Proficiency with Tableau for data visualization and analysis

Responsibilities

• Deliver independent technical oversight and advisory support across the full system lifecycle — from requirements and design through integration, test, and operations
• Evaluate contractor designs and validate system performance against mission requirements
• Support design reviews, integration and test campaigns, and mission performance analysis
• Lead risk management activities and communicate technical risk clearly to sr. government leadership
• Act as a critical bridge between government leadership and industry partners
• Apply MBSE principles using SysML tools to model and analyze complex system architectures
• Support launch readiness activities and early on-orbit operations
• Influence program decisions through data-driven insights and rigorous technical analysis

Benefits

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior