Spacecraft Operations Systems Engineer, Mid-Career

BoeingSpringfield, VA
$119,850 - $162,150Onsite

About The Position

The Boeing Defense, Space & Security (BDS) organization is seeking a Mid Level Spacecraft Operations Systems Engineer to join our team in Springfield, Virginia. The candidate will work at a spacecraft ground station as a part of a Mission Operations team. The Command and Control Engineering team is responsible for all aspects of spacecraft operations and maintenance.

Requirements

  • Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology (including Manufacturing Technology), Computer Science, Data Science, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry or non-US equivalent qualifications directly related to the work statement
  • Typically, 5 or more years' related work experience
  • Experience in an engineering management or technical lead role
  • Experience working on satellite ground/spacecraft systems
  • Ability to complete a certification program. Will be provided specialized training (combination self-study, in-class training, and on-the-job (OTJ) training) in order to complete the necessary certifications required for this position.
  • Willing to work rotating 12 Hour shifts
  • This position requires an active U.S. Secret Security Clearance (U.S. Citizenship Required). (A U.S. Security Clearance that has been active in the past 24 months is considered active)
  • Must satisfy the Company’s Conflict of Interest (COI) assessment process.

Nice To Haves

  • Ability to obtain a final U.S. Top Secret/SCI and adjudicated CI polygraph Pre-start
  • Experience working with and/or directly supporting the Double Eagle Program
  • Experience planning, organizing, implementing, and monitoring of requirements management processes
  • Experience resolving cross-functional technical issues
  • Experience with RF (radio frequency) signals and/or ground communication network systems.
  • Experience in one or more of the following: C, C++, Python, Matlab, Java or Linux.
  • Completed CI or Full Scope Polygraph.

Responsibilities

  • Responsible for all aspects of spacecraft operations, mission planning and/or monitoring and trending the on-orbit spacecraft telemetry looking for adverse trends that could affect operations, as well as planning and execution of all required spacecraft maintenance and recovery from spacecraft anomalies.
  • Coordinate with management and peers to ensure the integrity of high quality operational products, including procedures, tools, detailed event logging, and system configuration.
  • Analyze technical data, verify and sustain specific systems configuration in accordance with defined constraints and operational requirements.
  • Mentor trainees to complete training and certification, includes providing training opportunities and oversight.

Benefits

  • competitive base pay
  • variable compensation opportunities
  • health insurance
  • flexible spending accounts
  • health savings accounts
  • retirement savings plans
  • life and disability insurance programs
  • paid time away from work
  • unpaid time away from work
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