Satellite Test and Experiment Engineer Job Listing at SAIC in Chantilly, VA (Job ID 2415425)

Description

Description

SAIC is seeking a Satellite Test and Experiment Systems Engineer to join our team. SAIC provides specialized engineering, analysis and operations support to a variety of Intelligence Community (IC) and Department of Defense (DoD) customers. Our program supports the research and development of the generation after next of national security-related systems based in space, in the air and on the ground. 

SAIC has an opening for a Satellite Test and Experiment Systems Engineer to work closely with a diverse team of engineers and scientist developing and implementing the future space- ground architecture. This position supports the research and development of revolutionary space-ground systems. The selected candidate will leverage their Satellite Test and Experiment expertise and experience to support experimental mission planning. In addition, the selected candidate will analyze the a range of mission objectives to optimize the mission planning process.

Specific responsibilities:

• Develop and execute test plans to verify the performance and functionality of satellites and their subsystems
• Develop and execute experiments to characterize satellite performance and behavior, including orbital dynamics, thermal, and vibration testing
• Analyze test and experiment data to identify trends, anomalies, and performance issues, and provide recommendations for design and operational environments
• Work closely with cross-functional teams, including design and operations to ensure test and experiments results are integrated into the satellite operations process
• Prepare and maintain detailed test and experiment reports
• Troubleshoot test and experiment issues, including identifying and resolving technical problems and anomalies

Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI with Poly
• Bachelor's degree and 9 years related experience or Master's degree and 7 years related NRO satellite experience
• NRO satellite test and experiment experience of 5+ years
• Demonstrated ability to work in a fast paced, dynamic environment
• Demonstrated ability to work in cross-functional matrixed team
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Effective interpersonal skills and strong briefing skills

Desired Qualifications:

• Knowledge of SAFe processes

SAIC accepts applications on an ongoing basis and there is no deadline.

Covid Policy: SAIC does not require COVID-19 vaccinations or boosters. Customer site vaccination requirements must be followed when work is performed at a customer site.

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