About this role
Parsons is looking for a talented Aerospace Systems Engineer to join our growing space launch services team. You’ll be joining a program dedicated to providing rideshare opportunities to spacecraft and satellites onboard NSSL launch vehicles (ULA and SpaceX). This role offers the chance to work on critical national security space missions.
In this role, you will lead the development and management of system requirements, traceability, and CONOPS for launch and spacecraft systems. You will also lead verification, testing, and analysis activities to ensure system integrity and mission success. Collaborating with cross-functional engineering teams, you will provide technical input and troubleshooting support throughout the project lifecycle.
You will work within a culture that values people, embraces agility, and fosters growth. Guided by a leadership vision of valuing people, we cultivate an innovative environment that empowers you to achieve your full potential. This position is part of our Federal Solutions team, delivering resources to US government customers for missions around the globe.
We truly invest in our employees’ wellbeing and provide endless growth opportunities as the sky is the limit. With best-in-class benefits and a culture of excellence, you can aim for the stars and redefine what’s possible. Join the Parsons quest and imagine next in your career.
Requirements
- Active Secret security clearance
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Physics, or a related technical field (Master’s preferred), or equivalent experience.
- 5+ years of experience in classical systems engineering (requirements, traceability, CONOPS, verification, testing, analysis).
- Experience in launch and/or spacecraft systems engineering.
- Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, technical environment.
Responsibilities
- Leading the development and management of system requirements, traceability, and CONOPS for launch and spacecraft systems.
- Leading verification, testing, and analysis activities to ensure system integrity and mission success.
- Collaborating with cross-functional engineering teams and participating in design reviews.
- Providing technical input and troubleshooting support throughout the project lifecycle.
- Engaging in hands-on operations and supporting technician-level activities as needed.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Paid time off
- Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Life insurance
- Flexible work schedules
- Holidays
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