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Senior Test and Integration Engineer


Job Location:

Chantilly, VA - USA

Yearly Salary: USD 151300 - 226900
Posted: 1 October 2026 (14 hours ago)
Application Deadline: 29 December 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

The Aerospace Corporation is the trusted partner to the nations space programs solving the hardest problems and providing unmatched technical expertise. As the operator of a federally funded research and development center (FFRDC) we are broadly engaged across all aspects of space delivering innovative solutions that span satellite launch ground and cyber systems for defense civil and commercial customers. When you join our team youll be part of a special collection of problem solvers thought leaders and innovators. Join us and take your place in space.

The Systems Integration and Test Office (SITO) the place Aerospace goes for integration and testis currently looking for a SeniorEngineering SpecialistinAerospace locationssupporting the National Capital Region. This position entails supporting programs executed inmultipleregions including but not limited tosatellite programs ground systemssmall satellite experimentation prototyping and rapid acquisition; nuclear weapons design and acquisition; nuclear weapons security and non-proliferation.

SITO is the Aerospace Engineering Technology Group (ETG) source ofexpertisein Systems Integration - including technology insertion and system engineering applied to operationally realistic tests. SITO staff support all program phases from pre-contractassistancewith concepts of operation integration planning system test planningdesignand development activities followed by build integration verification and transition to operations events. This positionrepresentsa significant career opportunity to grow the division tasking and be part of innovating solutions to customer challenges.

Work Model:This full-time position will belocatedonsite in Chantilly VA.

WhatYoullBe Doing

  • Develop and implementcutting-edgetest and integration methodologiesincluding agile practices Digital Engineering enterprise performance testing and proliferated constellation strategies

  • Lead coordination and integration effortsacross Government SETA and contractor teams to successfully field highly classified critical systems for Space Systems Center IC NASA and NNSA programs

  • Provide comprehensive systems engineering and integrationexpertisespanning mission organizational physical functional signal hardware/software and operational interfaces throughout all acquisition lifecycle phases

  • Direct test planning and execution activitiesincluding test architecture design operational testing data evaluation anomaly resolution and residual risk assessment for space systems

  • Support requirements development and validationbyestablishingverifiable requirements defining engineering models/simulations/test beds and ensuringappropriate verificationtechniques during requirements definition

  • Deliver integration support to programs and LEPsthrough integration reviews failure investigations studies and acquisition support for both new and existing programs

  • Ensure end-to-end program successfrom requirements definition through Launch Initialization and Operations phases with focus on interface and transition requirement validation

What You Need to be Successful

MinimumRequirements:

  • BS degree in engineering mathematics or physical sciences isor an equivalent combination of training and experience

  • 12 or more years of progressively responsible experience in systems engineering or program management

  • Knowledge of space and space related systems

  • Demonstrated ability to form and lead teams

  • Demonstrated ability to work in a highly dynamic Program Office environment with a mix of government FFRDC and SETA personnel

  • Excellent interpersonal oral and written communication skills; experience presenting and writing technical information

  • Some travel is

  • Current TS/SCI or Q clearance is

How You Can Stand Out

It would be impressive if you have one or more of these:

  • Advanced degree in technical discipline (engineeringscienceor math)

  • Systems Engineering experience with rapid operational systems

  • An excellent personal technical reputation and a record of personal technical achievement

  • Program office and management independent review or advisory board experience

  • Working knowledge ofexpertisefrom across the Aerospace corporation especially subject matterexpertsand laboratory operations with the ability to support customer needs

  • Knowledge on MBSE and agile methodologies

  • Eligibility for Special Access Programs

We offer a competitive compensation package where youll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to our business. The grade-based pay range for this job is listed below. Individual salaries within that range are determined through a wide variety of factors including but not limited to education experience knowledge and skills.

(Min - Max)

$151300.00 - $226900.00

Pay Basis: Annual

Leadership Competencies

Our leadership philosophy is simple: every employee regardless of level and role can demonstrate leadership. At Aerospace our commitment is our people. To cultivate our talent and ensure that we have a strong pipeline of future leaders we want individuals who:

  • Operate Strategically
  • Lead Change
  • Engage with Impact
  • Foster Innovation
  • Deliver Results

Ways We Reward Our Employees

During your interview process our team will provide details of our industry-leading benefits.

Benefits vary and are applicable based on Job Type. A few highlights include:

  • Comprehensive health care and wellness plans

  • Paid holidays sick time and vacation

  • Standard and alternate work schedules including telework options

  • 401(k) Plan Employees receive a total company-paid benefit of 8% 10% or 12% of eligible compensation based on years of service and matching contributions; employees are immediately eligible and vested in the plan upon hire

  • Flexible spending accounts

  • Variable pay program for exceptional contributions

  • Relocation assistance

  • Professional growth and development programs to help advance your career

  • Education assistance programs

  • An inclusive work environment built on teamwork flexibility and respect

We are all unique from various backgrounds and all walks of life yet one thing bonds all of us to each otherthe belief that we can make a difference. This core belief empowers us to do our best work at The Aerospace Corporation.

Equal Opportunity Commitment

The Aerospace Corporation is an equalopportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race age sex (including pregnancy childbirth and related medical conditions) sexual orientation gender gender identity or expression colorreligiongeneticinformation marital status ancestry national origin protected veteran status physical disability medical condition mental disability or disability status and any other characteristic protected by state or federal law. If youre an individual with a disability or a disabled veteran who needs assistance using our online job search and application tools or need reasonable accommodation to complete the job application process please contact us by phone at 310.336.5432 or by emailat .You can also reviewKnow Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal.


Required Experience:

Senior IC


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Aerospace operates the only federally funded research and development center (FFRDC) committed exclusively to the space enterprise. Our technical experts span every discipline of space-related science and engineering.

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