Engineer Senior - Launch Systems Integration

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Chantilly, VA, USA
Hybrid
97K-165K Annually
Senior level
Aerospace • Hardware • Information Technology • Security • Software • Cybersecurity • Defense
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The Role
The role involves supporting launch segment development, managing integration with launch vehicles, and ensuring seamless operation through technical documentation and collaboration with teams.
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Job Description
What You'll Do:
  • Support launch segment concept development, including requirements definition, flow-down, development, verification, and interface management.
  • Develop, document, and implement technical data/requirements and all deliverables required for launch segment operations.
  • Support launch segment concept development for new business proposal activities.
  • Contribute to the development and refinement of launch segment processes.
  • Interface internally or externally with the space segment provider to ensure seamless integration.
  • Work closely with the Launch Mission Manager and Engineering/ATLO groups.
  • Serve as the single point of contact for launch system interface definition and implementation.
  • Coordinate with System Safety and Launch Site Range Safety teams.
  • Manage launch site materials, consumables, and training requirements (e.g., propellant, purge gas, SCAPE).
  • Collaborate with launch vehicle providers, such as SpaceX (Falcon 9/Starship), United Launch Alliance (Vulcan), Rocket Lab (Electron/Neutron), New Glenn, and others, to ensure the seamless integration, testing, launch, and safe, reliable operation of each space vehicle.
  • Provide technical writing support, including proposal development, contractual elements, procedural definitions, specifications, interface documentation, and analysis reports.
  • Maintain a regular and predictable work schedule.
  • Establish and maintain effective working relationships within the department, the Strategic Business Units, Strategic Capabilities Units and the Company. Interact appropriately with others in order to maintain a positive and productive work environment.
  • Perform other duties as necessary.

On-Site Work Environment: This position requires regular in-person engagement by working on-site five days each normally scheduled week in the primary work location. Travel and local commute between company campuses and other possible non-company locations may be required.
Working Conditions:
  • Work is performed in an office, laboratory, production floor, or cleanroom, outdoors or remote research environment.
  • May occasionally work in production work centers where use of protective equipment and gear is required.
  • May access other facilities in various weather conditions.

Required Education, Experience, & Skills
  • BS degree or higher in Engineering or a related technical field is required plus 4 or more years related experience
  • Each higher-level degree, i.e., master's degree and/or Ph.D., may substitute for two years of experience. Degree must be from a university, college, or school which is accredited by an agency recognized by the US Secretary of Education, US Department of Education.
  • A current, active TS/Sci security clearance is required with ability to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI Polygraph.
  • 2 or more years of direct experience in Launch Services/Engineering, with a solid understanding of specifications, interface control, and launch integration activities preferred.
  • Experience in defining, developing, and delivering space-qualified hardware.
  • Experience with Model-Based Systems Engineering tools such as CAMEO or Magic Draw
  • Ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary team environment with broad responsibilities and minimal oversight.

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills
  • MS degree or higher in Engineering or a related technical field.
  • 4 or more years of direct experience in Launch Services/Engineering, with a solid understanding of specifications, interface control, and launch integration activities preferred.
  • Experience integrating space vehicle payloads with launch vehicles.

Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $97008 - $164914
Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience.
Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20+ hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.
About BAE Systems Space & Mission Systems
BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace and security company which delivers a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it's what we do at BAE Systems. Working here means using your passion and ingenuity where it counts - defending national security with breakthrough technology, superior products, and intelligence solutions. As you develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills on a team-making a big impact on a global scale. At BAE Systems, you'll find a rewarding career that truly makes a difference.
Headquartered in Boulder, Colorado, Space & Mission Systems is a leading provider of national defense and civil space applications, advanced remote sensing, scientific and tactical systems for government and commercial customers. We continually pioneer ways to innovate spacecraft, mission payloads, optical systems, and other defense and civil capabilities. Powered by endlessly curious people with an unwavering mission focus, we continually discover ways to enable our customers to perform beyond expectation and protect what matters most.
This position will be posted for at least 5 calendar days. The posting will remain active until the position is filled, or a qualified pool of candidates is identified.
Multiple positions may be available on this opening.

Skills Required

  • BS degree or higher in Engineering or a related technical field
  • 4 or more years related experience
  • Current, active TS/Sci security clearance
  • 2 or more years of direct experience in Launch Services/Engineering
  • Experience defining, developing, and delivering space-qualified hardware
  • Experience with Model-Based Systems Engineering tools
  • Ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary team

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BAE Systems, Inc. Compensation & Benefits Highlights

  • Healthcare Strength Multiple Cigna-administered medical options, plus dental, vision, telehealth/behavioral resources and an EAP indicate comprehensive coverage depth. The package also includes items like transgender healthcare and abortion travel support.
  • Parental & Family Support Paid bonding leave is provided in the U.S. (e.g., 160 hours for full-time within the first year), alongside adoption assistance, fertility and surrogacy benefits. Childcare resources and related family supports are also highlighted.
  • Retirement Support A 401(k) savings plan with company matching is offered, with official materials noting availability across many business units. Investment guidance and planning tools are provided through Empower.

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The Company
HQ: Falls Church, VA
40,000 Employees
Year Founded: 1999

What We Do

Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it’s what we do. As a leading aerospace, defense, and security company, we work together to deliver a full range of products and services for air, land, space, and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. How we work is rooted in purpose – a purpose to protect those who protect us, to unite our community of colleagues and customers, and to drive forward the growth and development of our exceptional team members. It's where purpose connects.

Why Work With Us

We believe your career should be filled with innovation and discovery. And that's exactly what you'll find at BAE Systems. As you work to develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills and expand knowledge. On a sharp and collaborative team, you will be challenged – and supported – at every turn.

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