Satellite Launch System Integrator with Security Clearance

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Job description

Description SAIC is seeking a Launch System Integrator to provide Systems Engineering and Technical Assistance (SETA) support the NRO Electro-Optical System Program Office (ESPO). Qualified candidates should possess demonstrated ability and experience in space/launch operations. Key duties/responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Assist in developing Launch Vehicle LV interface requirements and define acceptable evidence and associated verification plans Assist in developing launch base facility, transportation, safety, and communications requirements and associated verification plans Evaluate Launch related CDRLs and prepare feedback for Gov't customer review Participate in technical meetings and working groups with the satellite developer, launch provider, and launch base representing SPO equities Represent Gov't customer for all launch-related issues Participate in launch rehearsals Provide on-site launch base support once SV arrives, serve as payload processing facility interface to the SPO Support the Flight Director during Launch & Initialization (L&I) activities Evaluate all new entrant LVs for applicability to the SPO mission Travel, as required, to prime contractor location, launch base, and launch provider facilities TS/SCI w/ CI Poly required Qualifications BS in Engineering, Physics, or similar technical discipline 9 years' experience in space related systems to include operations, acquisition, program management, integration, test, and evaluation Familiarity with new entrant Launch Vehicles from ULA, SpaceX, Blue Origin, and others Understanding of launch vehicle performance to varied orbits and ability to provide rapid response to leadership Familiarity with capabilities and limitations of launch facilities on both coasts Familiarity with payload fairing environments such as humidity, pressure, temperature, flow rates, and payload contamination issues Understanding of the payload processing facility capabilities and specific program needs related to launch base processing Understanding of payload transportation requirements and current USG capabilities Understanding of launch environments to include coupled loads analysis, inertial and quasi-static loads, shock, and vibration Ability to work autonomously with little oversight Ability to travel approximately 25% during year of launch SAIC accepts applications on an ongoing basis and there is no deadline. 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.

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