Lead Space Systems Engineer

2 weeks ago


El Segundo, California, United States LinQuest Full time
Job OverviewPosition Summary

LinQuest is seeking a Lead Space Systems Engineer to join our team, focusing on the Space Systems Center's Space Systems Integration Office (SSIO). This role involves facilitating integration planning within the national security space community, ensuring that the US Space Force and its mission partners can effectively acquire and deploy cohesive space systems that align with the Government's established and future architecture.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Oversee technical aspects of space systems development and guide developers in the design, production, integration, and testing of space systems.
  • Formulate, derive, and break down technical requirements for upcoming development initiatives.
  • Transform technical data into actionable insights for government stakeholders.
  • Assist in systems architecture and engineering tasks, including requirements definition, design, interface management, data architecture creation, integration and testing, verification and validation, performance analysis, and lifecycle cost analysis.
  • Occasional travel may be required by the client.
  • Conduct critical path analysis.
Required Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's Degree with 14+ years of relevant experience.
  • Experience supporting technical programs throughout the engineering lifecycle, particularly in:
    • Systems engineering
    • Space systems design and development
    • Payload engineering
    • Major systems development
  • Ability to operate in secure environments (i.e., SCIF).
  • Must possess an active Top Secret clearance with in-scope SSBI/T5 and be eligible for SCI. Willingness to undergo a Counter-Intelligence Polygraph is required.
Compensation: The salary for this position is competitive and commensurate with experience and qualifications.

Why Choose LinQuest?

LinQuest Corporation boasts a remarkable 40-year history of delivering comprehensive system-of-systems (SoS) architecture definition, engineering design, integration, testing, and operational expertise. We enable full lifecycle development and deployment of advanced capabilities across various domains, including Space, Air, Land, Sea, Ground, and Cyberspace for US DOD and IC Customers. Our unique blend of extensive domain knowledge, best practices, and mission-specific applications of Digital Engineering (DE), DE Ecosystem (DEE), and Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) distinguishes LinQuest from competitors, consistently yielding high-value results for our clients. Our corporate vision prioritizes employee satisfaction, strategic growth, and excellence in execution. The creative and inspirational spirit of our employees, along with their commitment to personal and professional development, fosters a strong sense of community and contributes to our success in securing new business and renewing contracts.

Benefits: LinQuest provides a comprehensive and competitive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, retirement plans, paid time off, company-paid life insurance, and more. For further details, please inquire during the application process.

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