Launch Support SME
Core
Subject Matter Expert supporting end-to-end spacecraft design, launch vehicle integration, and launch operations for national security missions.
Role type
Senior Launch Support SME (Space Systems)
Builds
Spacecraft and launch vehicle systems for intelligence and national security communities
Domain
Aerospace engineering, space launch, national security
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
spacecraft design, launch vehicle design, launch operations, system integration, validation and verification, contamination control, launch base processing, risk assessment, requirements management
Preferred skills
DoD and IC acquisition processes, multi-disciplined team collaboration, interface development
Technologies
spacecraft systems, launch vehicles, system integration tools
Responsibilities
Review and coordinate changes to specifications and system requirements for spacecraft and launch vehicle interfaces; Track development issues and participate in design reviews; Support launch and spacecraft on-orbit tests; Identify and assess emerging risks and develop burn-down plans; Review developer readiness for spacecraft testing; Collaborate with Government leadership on integration roadblocks and risk mitigation.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC
