Launch Vehicle Integration Systems Engineering Lead

General Atomics (GA), and its affiliated companies, is one of the world’s leading resources for high-technology systems development ranging from the nuclear fuel cycle to remotely piloted aircraft, airborne sensors, and advanced electric, electronic, wireless and laser technologies.

General Atomics (GA), and its affiliated companies, is one of the world’s leading resources for high-technology systems. Whether a specific satellite for a specific mission or a constellation of interconnected spacecraft, the GA-EMS Space Systems team is re-defining how customers can access the possibilities of space. GA-EMS offers modular and scalable satellite platforms backed with a history of operational flight experience to support defense, civil, commercial, and academic mission requirements.

Our Space Systems team is looking to add a Launch Vehicle Integration Systems Engineering Lead. In this role, you’ll be responsible for ensuring the successful integration of GA-EMS developed SV constellations with orbital transfer vehicle and launch vehicle systems.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Space Vehicle Launch Systems Integration engineer responsible for:
  • Lead/participate in LSI working groups with LV and customer stakeholders
  • Establish, build, and maintain strong working relationships with launch service providers
  • Execute launch integration activities with launch service provider (weekly meetings, technical exchanges, schedule updates, etc.)
  • Lead development of LV interface requirements and ICDs
• Technical subcontract manager for Orbital Transfer Vehicle subcontract responsible for:
  • Coordinating with suppliers, internal engineering team and project management to ensure that the subcontracted products align with the technical specifications.
  • Providing technical guidance to subcontractor, ensuring that deliverables meet the required technical specifications and quality standards.
• Using traditional and Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) approaches lead and contribute to the development of all SE work products which may include:
  • CONOPS
  • System Architecture
  • Requirements and Interface Control Documents
  • Mission and System Analysis
  • Trade Studies
• Accountable for technical, cost, and schedule execution of the program’s LSI control account:
  • Ensures all work products are produced in accordance with the project plan to satisfy the customer requirements.
  • Ensures all work products are completed on cost and schedule.
  • Define IMS tasks required to complete scope of work to achieve program milestones.
  • Control account manager for assigned control accounts.
• Contributes to conduct of program design and readiness reviews.
• Collaborating with SE leadership and peers to ensure consistent implementation of SE practices across programs.
• Opportunities will arise to support internal development and new business opportunities.

We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply.

• Typically requires a bachelor's degree, master's degree, or PhD in engineering or a related technical discipline from an accredited institution and progressive engineering experience as follows; nine or more years of experience with a bachelor's degree, seven or more years of experience with a master's degree, or four or more years with a PhD. May substitute equivalent engineering experience in lieu of education.
• 5+ years launch integration experience and 1+ successful launch campaign.
• Prior experience as an IPT lead or technical lead strongly desired.
• Must have active TS clearance and be able to obtain and maintain TS/SCI security clearance.
• Strong communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills are required enabling an effective leadership interface with other departments, all levels of management, professional and support staff, customers, potential customers, and government representatives.
• Customer focused, formulates plans based on the development of innovative new designs in resolving advanced technical engineering problems. Must be able to work on a self-initiated basis and in a team environment.