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Chief Systems Engineer

Stellar Solutions
Chantilly, VA Full Time
POSTED ON 3/10/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 4/30/2025

Overview

Stellar Solutions, a nationally recognized “Great Place to Work”, has exciting opportunities providing Engineering solutions for innovative new-entrant space companies, as well as established space systems manufacturers, commercial space system operators and service providers, and other industry stakeholders including investors.  

 

At Stellar Solutions, we offer talented, energetic, and immediately productive resources to satisfy our customers’ critical needs in systems engineering and integration, mission operations, program management and strategic planning. We are a leading service and expertise provider for high-tech commercial ventures, spanning communications, earth observation and remote sensing systems and data products, to the infrastructures that support earth orbiting and beyond earth orbit businesses.

Role/Responsibilities/Qualifications

Stellar Solutions is seeking a Chief Systems Engineer to lead the mission engineering team in the development, integration, and testing of space systems in support of SDA Tranche 3 Systems Integration.

 

Join the team getting systems engineering and integration development done at an accelerated pace for a government customer. We are looking for mission focused engineers accustomed to automated engineering, program and task management tools at senior and mid-career levels to anchor our larger team with their core strengths

 

  • Ensure that all mission systems meet performance specifications, technical standards, and mission objectives.
  • Provide technical oversight throughout the lifecycle of mission-related systems, from concept design to operational deployment.
  • Coordinate with other engineering disciplines (e.g., systems, software, hardware) to ensure alignment with mission goals and technical requirements.
  • Support the resolution of complex engineering challenges that arise during the integration and testing phases.
  • Develop and maintain system-level documentation, including requirements, design specifications, and test plans.
  • Provide technical leadership to junior engineers and review their work to ensure quality standards are met.

Required Skills

  • At least 10 years of experience in space acquisitions with a focus on system development, integration, and testing.
  • Expertise in mission engineering, with a solid understanding of space systems and their operational requirements.
  • Strong analytical skills and the ability to troubleshoot complex technical issues.
  • Experience with the integration of multidisciplinary systems and successful system-level testing.

 

Required Education:

  • Master’s degree in a technical field 

Security Clearance & Other Requirements:

  • TS/SCI
  • Position location is Chantilly, VA with consideration for Aurora, CO

The typical pay range for this position is USD $165,000 - $210,000 per year, total package. Individual pay is determined by many factors including work location, job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. This position is also eligible for a discretionary annual performance bonus, and a full benefits package including a significant profit-sharing retirement savings plan.

Deliverable(s)

Join our dynamic team to shape the future of commercial space systems! You'll play a pivotal role in managing large system procurements and providing expert advice on cutting-edge space and ground systems, working alongside top-tier professionals in a fast-paced and collaborative environment. 

Salary : $165,000 - $210,000

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