Spacecraft Subsystem SME

nLogic•El Segundo, CA

3d•$150,000 - $270,220•Onsite

About The Position

nLogic is seeking an experienced Spacecraft Subsystem SME to provide technical leadership for spacecraft subsystem engineering, integration, and test activities supporting next-generation Military Satellite Communications (MILSATCOM) programs. The role supports the ESS Program Office and the United States Space Force’s Space Systems Command through the MSEIT effort, which provides systems engineering and integration for advanced military and commercial satellite communications acquisition. The position works with government customers, contractors, and FFRDC teammates to assess technical designs, support system integration, and help ensure mission requirements are achieved throughout the system lifecycle. This is an onsite position at Los Angeles Air Force Base in El Segundo, California; remote work is unavailable. Travel is estimated at approximately 10% or less, within Southern California and the continental United States, depending on prime contractor selection of unit suppliers. Standard work hours are listed. U.S. citizenship and a current, in-scope Secret or higher security clearance are required. The anticipated salary range is $150,000 to $270,220, with actual compensation depending on factors including experience, education, certifications, clearance level, location, contract labor category, and applicable government contract requirements.

Requirements

Current, in-scope Secret or higher security clearance.
Bachelor’s degree in a technical field such as engineering, mathematics, physics, software, or computer science.
15 years of experience with spacecraft buses or subsystems, or a master’s degree and 12 years of experience.
Proven coordination experience.
Effective written and oral communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to perform in highly visible and stressful situations.
U.S. citizenship.
Ability to work onsite at Los Angeles Air Force Base; remote work is unavailable.

Nice To Haves

Active TS/SCI clearance.
Space systems engineering experience at the unit, subsystem, spacecraft, or system level.
Experience supporting military satellite communications programs.
Experience supporting government space acquisition efforts.
Experience leading complex technical integration activities.
DOD or IC space experience is preferred.
Space systems engineering experience at the unit, subsystem, spacecraft, or space vehicle levels is desired.

Responsibilities

Provide technical leadership and assessment for the ESS Program Office regarding the prime contractor’s delivery of the space vehicle, in the area of mechanical, electrical, or test.
Lead trades for unit and subsystem designs when necessary, and support their integration and testing into the spacecraft bus, payload, and space vehicle.
Ensure technical design and interfaces within the space vehicle, as well as with ground and terminal segments.
Support component and unit test programs, including space qualification testing to ensure survivability in space environments.
Develop test documentation, such as test plans and reports, as necessary.
Support the space vehicle test program and its documentation, ensuring survivability in space environments.
Build and maintain strong, collaborative relationships with government customer organizations, contractors, and FFRDC teammates.