Systems Engineer
About the job
- Bachelor of Science or applicable and 9 years or more experience.
- Active Top Secret clearance with the ability to obtain a TS/SCI and be willing to consent to a polygraph examination.
- Experience with Production and Manufacturing Project Phases, systems engineering, and overseeing development Contractor Integration, Production, Manufacturing and Sustainment efforts.
- Experience with Change Control Boards (CCBs) and Engineering Design Change Processes.
- Active TS clearance with in-scope T5/SSBI is required, along with SCI eligibility and participation in Continuous Evaluation.
- Must meet all requirements for SCI and SAP access and be willing to undergo a polygraph examination.
- Travel is 10%
- Lead and support Production and Manufacturing efforts, including Production/Manufacturing Reviews and Readiness Assessments; provide systems engineering support to the Chief Engineer (CHENG) and CHENG activities.
- Oversee development contractor production, integration, and manufacturing activities.
- Support system integration of multiple efforts, and support overall System of Systems deployment into Operation.
- Perform Systems Engineering Analyses and Assessments; to include Configuration Control Board support, Design variance approval, Technical Risk Assessments.
- Make Program-Level Risks Assessments and provides actionable recommendations to the Chief Engineer and Program Manager.
- Independently collaborate with Government Program Office representatives, FFRDC, SETA, and contractor personnel.
- Manufacturing and Production Experience.
- Experience with Systems Sustainment; to include, but no limited to, Reliability and Maintainability Functions, as well as Product Support Engineering Activities and Planning.
About the company
Space Systems Integration provides engineering services in Northern Virginia, focusing on space systems and related programs. The company works by offering engineering support, systems integration, and technical services to government and defense projects. It differentiates itself through its emphasis on space systems and its location in the Northern Virginia region, which positions it to work closely with government agencies and defense contractors. The goal is to deliver reliable engineering solutions that help customers plan, build, and integrate space-related systems and programs.
Company Size
11-50
Company Stage
N/A
Total Funding
N/A
Headquarters
Chantilly, Virginia
Founded
2005
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- SSI’s careers page posted July 2026, showing active hiring demand in Northern Virginia.
- LinkedIn updated September 1, 2026, confirming Chantilly-area headquarters and operational continuity.
- Defense space spending remains strong around Space Force integration work SSI sells into.
What critics are saying
- HigherGov shows SSI’s MAS contract ended November 7, 2024, shrinking visible pipeline.
- SSI has no publicly visible federal awards after June 3, 2025, signaling stagnation.
- September 15, 2026 registration expiration risks awards suspension if renewal slips.
What makes Space Systems Integration unique
- SSI has 2005 roots in TS/SCI space systems engineering for defense and intelligence.
- SSI’s niche spans integration, test, launch prep, and mission management for space programs.
- SSI’s Northern Virginia footprint keeps it close to Space Force and IC customers.
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