Systems Engineering Analysis, Senior

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QinetiQ US's dedicated experts in defense, aerospace, security, and related fields all work together to explore new ways of protecting the American Warfighter, Security Forces, and Allies. Being a part of QinetiQ US means being central to the safety and security of the world around us. Partnering with our customers, we help save lives; reduce risks to society; We are committed to supporting your success in both your professional and personal lives.

You will be joining a team of personnel with experience and an in-depth understanding of the environments that include ground, near-space, space, and any system that operates in those environments to meet current and projected strategic, operational, and tactical needs for the Department of Defense (DoD). QinetiQ is a mission-led innovation company that works with the USSF and DoD to design, develop, field, and maintain requirements essential to national security and the survivability of the warfighter.

We are seeking a Senior Space Systems Engineer to provide expert technical oversight and engineering advisory support across the full lifecycle of space acquisition programs under the SAF/SQ program. The ideal candidate applies disciplined systems engineering practices to help the government develop, integrate, and sustain resilient space capabilities and has a strong background providing independent technical assessments of contractor deliverables and design reviews.

Provide senior-level systems engineering advisory support for space acquisition programs including requirements analysis, architecture development, interface control, and integration planning

Review and assess contractor technical documentation including Systems Engineering Plans (SEPs), Interface Control Documents (ICDs), and system specifications; Support the revision or drafting of JCIDS and acquisition documentation such as Initial Capability Documents, Analysis of Alternatives, Concept of Operations, Technical/Systems Requirement Documents, and System Specifications

technical interchange meetings, design reviews, program conferences) and establish customer and contractor interfaces

Provide technical and operational insight to support mission protection, operations, and mission data assessments; Conduct technical risk assessments and trade studies; develop risk mitigation strategies and advise government leadership on program technical health

Provide oversight of contractor design reviews (SRR, PDR, CDR, TRR); Contribute to Space Force digital engineering initiatives by applying model-based systems engineering (MBSE) methodologies and tools

Bachelor's degree in aerospace engineering, systems engineering, electrical engineering, or a related STEM discipline;

10+ years of systems engineering experience with DoD space programs including satellite development, ground system integration, or launch systems

Demonstrated expertise in systems engineering processes including requirements management, interface control, and verification and validation

ability to produce high-quality technical documents and executive briefings

Experience with MBSE tools such as Cameo, MagicDraw, or equivalent platforms

INCOSE CSEP (Certified Systems Engineering Professional) or equivalent certification

If because of a medical condition or disability you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to or call Opt. All Qualified Applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, age, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.