Space Systems Test & Communications Engineer/Scientist
Description
Ventus Executive Solutions is a dynamic small business at the forefront of technology-driven innovation, dedicated to delivering exceptional solutions for our clients. We cultivate a supportive and inclusive workplace culture that values collaboration, mentorship, and professional growth. At Ventus Solutions, we believe our employees’ success is integral to our mission, which is why we prioritize work-life balance, personal development, and fostering a sense of belonging. In addition to providing opportunities to thrive, we offer competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits to attract and retain top talent ready to make a meaningful impact. Be part of our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP). Join a team where your ideas matter, your expertise drives impact, and your work advances the mission.
Ventus Executive Solutions is seeking a skilled Space Systems Test & Communications Engineer/Scientist to support an innovative program office. In this role, you will provide technical expertise supporting space-based communications architectures and the planning and execution of integrated space system test activities. You will coordinate across government, industry, and laboratory partners to support mission integration, test planning, and program execution.
Work Location: Onsite: Arlington, VA.
Travel: Some local and domestic travel required (approximately twice per quarter)
Clearance: Active TS/SCI required
Required Experience
- Degree in Engineering, Physical Sciences, or a related technical field.
- 5+ years of relevant work experience.
- Working knowledge of space-based communications architectures including ground entry points, radios, and integration of hardware and software systems.
- Experience supporting space-based test planning and execution, including defining test objectives and measures of performance.
- Experience leading or supporting test working groups for integrated space systems with multiple payloads and diverse partners.
- Experience coordinating across government, industry, and laboratory organizations.
- Experience leading Mission Integration Working Groups and coordinating agendas, security baselines, and test planning activities.
- Experience supporting test readiness reviews and analyzing data from test events.
- Ability to prepare program documentation including briefings, presentations, and memorandums.
- Experience working in both SAP and TS/SCI environments.
- Strong understanding of methodologies for transmitting data via secure and open communications pathways.
Desired Experience:
- Experience supporting programs with transition partners including the Air Force, NASA, Space Force, NRO, and SSC.
- Experience supporting large-scale integrated space system test events and mission demonstrations.
- Experience working with multiple government organizations and contractors in complex program environments.
- Experience facilitating cross-organizational technical working groups.
Ventus Executive Solutions provides our government and commercial clients with a range of professional and innovation services including: technology innovation acceleration, business consulting services, professional engineering and program oversight, and program and budget support. We support analysis and studies in a variety of areas including defense, energy and health care where we aid organizations in solving complex problems in new and innovative ways. We work with our clients to identify core issues and then put together a cost-effective world-class team to solve problems and enable our clients to create and seize opportunities. VES is a Certified Service Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) and Veteran Owned Small Business (VOSB).
Ventus Executive Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer and uses E-Verify in its hiring practices to achieve a lawful workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, disability status or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.
To find out more about Ventus, visit our website: www.ventus-solutions.com