E01-M01 Senior Space Vehicle Test Engineer @ TalentWerx

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Start Date: Immediate

EXPANSIA is a service-disabled veteran-owned company that empowers organizations to be mission ready now with data, people, and ecosystems. As experts in continuous-delivery methods that drive digital adoption, we are dedicated to innovation, efficiency, and technology that benefit the warfighter. EXPANSIA specializes in integration, automation, and sustainment modernization through technology-enabled delivery models, digital engineering, and cloud-ready solutions.

A 100% employee-owned and operated technology firm, our client provides high-demand technical expertise in Digital Engineering & Transformation, Space Systems, Unmanned Systems, Flight Test Engineering, Modeling and Simulation, Cybersecurity, and DevOps for advanced defense and intelligence special programs. Our client delivers first-choice capabilities to solve problems of global importance.

OVERVIEW

Full-time/Permanent Employee

Location: Albuquerque, NM

In this position, you will provide System Engineering Technical Assistance (SETA) to the Space Rapid Capabilities Office (RCO). The Space RCO program office, located at Kirtland AFB, NM, is a small, streamlined organization with dedicated, organic acquisition support functions: contracting, financial management, human resources, security, program management and technical engineering support that are critical in enabling the rapid response required for classified space programs. The mission is to develop and deliver operationally dominant space capabilities at the speed of warfighting relevance in response to Commander, U.S. Space Command requirements. A successful candidate should be a leader and problem solver with a proven ability to deliver superior results as part of a high performing team in a high-profile, fast-paced environment.

You will work in a small, highly empowered team where every team member is directly responsible for the success of the program. Engineering responsibilities span technology domains including space rated hardware, software, sensors, and processors in an extremely fast-paced, responsive development environment. This SETA candidate will provide in-depth test background on satellite vehicle bus, subsystems, and/or ground systems to improve program office insight into state-of-the art commercial and legacy mission systems, and C2 requirements and capabilities. You must apply advanced principles, theories, and concepts for highly classified systems, while also effectively communicating complex results with management and executive leadership.

The proposed salary range for this position is $180,000-$210,000. There are a host of factors that can influence final salary including, but not limited to, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, geographic location, education, and certifications. Our employees value the flexibility EXPANSIA allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives. We offer competitive compensation, benefits and learning and development opportunities. Our unique mix of benefits options is designed to support and protect employees and their families. Employment benefits include health and wellness programs, income protection, paid leave and retirement and savings.

KEY QUALIFICATIONS

Clearance: TS/SCI with SAP Eligibility, and willingness to sit for a CI Poly
Education: Relevant MA/MS/ME Degree from a program accredited by the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET).
Years of Experience: Minimum ten (10) years DoD/IC, or relevant industry work experience. No less than two(2) year's total SAP and/or SCI environment experience and 1-year total within last 5 years.

Proven experience and/or qualifications in testing satellite systems
Understanding of operational environment and corresponding mission user needs
Knowledge of space system engineering, development, and manufacturing
Experience with Developmental Test or Operational Test at Service or Command level
Experience in DoD program management including program development and transition
Experience with Integrated Master Schedules, and risk management
Experience with Statements of Work (SOW) and Performance Work Statements (PWS)

PREFERRED ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS

Graduate from formal test and evaluation long course (USAF TPS, USN TPS, EMPIRE, EPNER)
System Engineering Technical Assistance (SETA) to Government program office
Experience with rapid prototyping
Experience with integrated air, space, and cyberspace capabilities
Experience developing, deploying, and maintaining ground mission planning architecture and software
Experience with DoD ACAT I/II level acquisition programs
Experience with Developmental Test and Operational Test at Service and Command level
Experience in planning and executing test campaigns for space systems
Fluency with IC organizations

EXPANSIA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected characteristic.

E01-M01 Senior Space Vehicle Test Engineer

TalentWerx

Compensation Overview

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