NSS Senior Space Systems Engineer

Job overview

The NSS Senior Space Systems Engineer is an onsite role based in Laurel, MD. Compensation is not specified, and the role supports the Space Exploration Sector at the Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory (APL). This role exists to lead engineering teams in the development of National Security Space (NSS) mission concepts. The engineer will perform technical analysis and manage system-level development for spaceflight missions.

What you'll do

• Lead engineering teams
• provide technical interface to sponsors
• perform technical analysis and trade studies
• create formal documentation
• lead design reviews
• manage project risks
• coordinate system-level testing.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

space systems engineer

nss

laurel md

contract

day shift

full-time

security clearance

spaceflight

mission design

apl

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Robust education assistance, unparalleled retirement contributions, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term/long-term disability, flexible spending accounts.

Why this role

Requires active TS/SCI clearance; 15+ years of space engineering experience.

About the employer

Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) is hiring for this role. Industry: Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology). Sector: 54.