Space Segment Lead (Clearance Required)
Core
Lead end-to-end delivery of spacecraft programs, managing requirements, integration, verification, and supplier contracts to ensure mission compliance and schedule adherence.
Role type
Senior Program Lead, Space Segment
Builds
Spacecraft systems and mission-critical space segment components
Domain
Aerospace & Defense, Satellite Systems
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Systems Engineering lifecycle management, Requirements management and allocation, Spacecraft subsystem integration, Verification and Validation (V&V) planning, Supplier contract management, Integrated Master Schedule (IMS) control, Technical risk mitigation, Cross-functional team leadership
Preferred skills
Spacecraft subsystem knowledge (CDH, Comm, EPS, GNC, Prop, SMS, TCS), Orbital mechanics and mission design, Space industry standards compliance, Test and integration process expertise
Technologies
Spacecraft subsystems (CDH, Comm, EPS, GNC, Prop, SMS, TCS), Integrated Master Schedule (IMS), Verification and Validation (V&V) tools
Responsibilities
Own end-to-end spacecraft delivery from kick-off to handover, Define and trace space segment technical requirements, Manage interfaces between satellite bus and payload, Guide Assembly, Integration, and Testing (AI&T) flows, Direct acquisition and management of major contractors, Track technical performance metrics and manage risk mitigation, Serve as primary technical point of contact for stakeholders
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with program leadership