What are the responsibilities and job description for the Satellite Test and Experiment Engineer position at SAIC?
Job ID 2415425
Location CHANTILLY, VA, US
Date Posted 2024-12-20
Category Engineering and Sciences
Subcategory Systems Engineer
Schedule Full-time
Shift Day Job
Travel Yes, 10 % of the Time
Minimum Clearance Required TS/SCI With Poly
Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain None
Potential for Remote Work No
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
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.
Location CHANTILLY, VA, US
Date Posted 2024-12-20
Category Engineering and Sciences
Subcategory Systems Engineer
Schedule Full-time
Shift Day Job
Travel Yes, 10 % of the Time
Minimum Clearance Required TS/SCI With Poly
Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain None
Potential for Remote Work No
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
- 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
- Knowledge of SAFe processes
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.
