Senior Space Based Sensing Integration Engineer

Overview Senior Space Based Sensing Integration Engineer LOCATION: Chantilly, VA JOB STATUS: Full-time CLEARANCE: TS/SCI w/CIPoly TRAVEL: As Needed SALARY RANGE: Estimated $190,000 + annually* • depending on experience, certifications, and qualifications Position Overview Astrion is seeking a Senior level engineer to provide SETA (Systems Engineering & Technical Assistance) support to a government program office responsible for the SBST PAE (Space-Based Sensing and Targeting Portfolio Acquisition Executive) This role places you at the center of a high-visibility, fast-paced program, working directly with government leadership and industry partners to ensure mission success. You will provide independent technical assessment, systems engineering expertise, and mission-focused insight across the full lifecycle from design through launch and early operations. If you're a technically strong engineer who thrives in a government advisory role, understands how to bridge government and industry, and wants to contribute to a next-generation space-based radar mission, we encourage you to apply. Required Qualifications / Skills • Bachelor’s degree in aerospace engineering, Electrical Engineering, Physics, or related technical field (Master’s or PhD preferred) • 10+ years of experience in aerospace, space systems, or defense programs • Demonstrated experience across the full system lifecycle (requirements, design, integration, test, and operations) • Experience with one or more of the following: • Requirements Traceability • Architecture development • Mission data processing or ground system architectures • Experience with Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) and SysML tools (e.g., Cameo/MagicDraw) • Ability to assess contractor technical performance and provide independent recommendations • Strong written and verbal communication skills, including experience briefing senior leadership Preferred Qualifications / Skills • Prior experience supporting a government program office (SETA or similar role) • Familiarity with DoD/IC acquisition processes (JCIDS, DoD 5000 series) • Experience working with prime contractors and major subcontractors • Background in: • Satellite and payload engineering • Communications systems and architectures • Crypto integration in space systems • Multi-sensor integration and data fusion • Experience supporting: • Integration & test campaigns • Launch site operations and readiness reviews • Early orbit operations/commissioning • Proficiency with tools such as: • Cameo/MagicDraw • Tableau • Confluence, Jira, DOORS • Python, MATLAB, or similar analytical tools Responsibilities • Provide independent technical assessment of contractor designs, architectures, and performance • Support systems engineering lifecycle activities, including requirements development, design reviews, integration, test, and verification • Evaluate radar payload performance, modeling, and system-level trade studies • Assess RF hardware development and production testing • Support Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) and digital engineering efforts, including system performance modeling and multi-sensor integration • Analyze and validate end-to-end mission performance (sensor, ground, processing, dissemination) • Participate in and support major program design reviews • Provide technical risk identification and mitigation recommendations to government leadership • Develop and deliver briefings and decision support materials for senior stakeholders • Collaborate with government and contractor teams using tools such as Cameo, Tableau, and Confluence #CJ