What are the responsibilities and job description for the Launch Systems Engineer position at Zachary Piper Solutions?
Zachary Piper Solutions is seeking a Launch Systems Engineer with an active TS/SCI clearance on the Horizon Program to support and drive execution of launch integration efforts under the Space Systems Command Space Domain Awareness and Combat Power portfolio of the US Space Force in El Segundo, CA.
Qualifications For The Launch Systems Engineer
Qualifications For The Launch Systems Engineer
- BS degree or higher in Engineering or a related technical field is required plus 6 or more years related experience
- Each higher-level degree, i.e., master’s degree or Ph.D., may substitute for two years of experience
- Experience must also include satellite integration and test and processing.
- Requires basic understanding of launch vehicle missions, performance and processing
- 8 years direct experience in an in-space propulsion system analysis, build, test or support role
- Lead, coordinate, and participate in the development of propulsion solutions and architectures for a wide variety of space vehicle missions
- Lead, coordinate and participate in the incorporation of new and/or refinement of existing propulsion systems (e.g. propulsion system/component sizing, requirement development and allocation, performance analyses, design tasks, integration, test, verification, launch and flight operations
- Provide expert technical and program management support to USG satellite SPO managing engineering and launch integration effort and prime contractors, with SSC Launch Enterprise and launch service providers.
- Interface with USG Launch Range elements and establish support agreements that meet satellite SPO and prime contractor requirements; collaborate with mission partners and negotiate agreements for shared responsibilities.
- Facilitate negotiation of space vehicle to launch vehicle interface requirements in the best interest of the SV SPO.
- $180,000-$200,000 annual salary *depending on experience
- Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, PTO, Sick Leave as required by law, and Holidays
- This job opens for applications on 2-13-2014. Applications for this job will be accepted for at least 30 days from the posting date.
- Key words: Launch, Space, Space Force, Space Vehicles,
Salary : $180,000 - $200,000
