Spacecraft Bus, Avionics & Systems Engineer

SSI is seeking an Spacecraft Bus, Avionics & Systems Engineer to join our team in Chantilly, VA. We seek technical individuals who will thrive in a highly collaborative work environment of small teams, using the most modern tools and methodologies to tackle the challenges of integrating complex space and ground communications systems. This role evaluates contractor bus design, subsystem trade studies, radiation- hardening strategies, flight software architecture, and environmental testing. Role and Responsibilities include: Provide the technical leadership and assessment for the ESS Program Office in the prime contractor delivery of the space vehicle in the area of Mechanical, Electrical, or Test. Lead the trades for unit and subsystem designs if necessary, integration and testing into the spacecraft bus, payload, and space vehicle. Ensure the technical design and interfaces within the space vehicle, along with the ground and terminal segments. Support all component and unit test programs, including space qualification testing, ensuring survivability in the space environment. Develop test documentation, e.g., test plans and reports as necessary. Support the space vehicle test program, ensuring survivability in the space environments. Develop test documentation, e.g., test plans and reports as necessary. Build and maintain strong, collaborative relationships with various government customer organizations, contractors, and FFRDC teammates.