Space Systems Engineer

• Develop and maintain an in-depth understanding of system level requirements for assigned systems and the design features that satisfy these requirements. • Develop documents and briefings to communicate work status; briefs to government and industry as required. • Support full lifecycle engineering reviews to demonstrate the design meets all specifications and customer requirements. • Review Contract Data Requirements List (CDRL) deliverables to ensure content, technical accuracy, and sufficiency of design details to meet program requirements and objectives. • Participate in technical interchange meetings between developers and contractors. • Evaluate vendor proposals and review technical reports, design artifacts, and program plans. • Serve as a system engineering liaison to other divisions in the SPO.

Key Responsibilities • Develop and maintain an in-depth understanding of system level requirements for assigned systems and the design features that satisfy these requirements. • Develop documents and briefings to communicate work status; briefs to government and industry as required. • Support full lifecycle engineering reviews to demonstrate the design meets all specifications and customer requirements. • Review Contract Data Requirements List (CDRL) deliverables to ensure content, technical accuracy, and sufficiency of design details to meet program requirements and objectives. • Participate in technical interchange meetings between developers and contractors. • Evaluate vendor proposals and review technical reports, design artifacts, and program plans. • Serve as a system engineering liaison to other divisions in the SPO. Required Qualifications: • Bachelors in Engineering or Similar Field and nine (9) years or more experience; Masters and seven (7) years or more experience ; PhD or JD and four (4) years or more experience. • Experience in systems integration and systems engineering. • Experience using systems engineering processes, methods, and tools to develop, implement, and deploy solutions for satellite systems. • Experience with space radar payload design, development, manufacturing, and testing. • Experience with radar system design, operations, and data processing. • Notable experience with large systems acquisition. • Effective communication, coordination, and customer engagement skills. • Excellent interpersonal, leadership, team building and problem-solving skills with a demonstrated ability to be effective in a government/contractor team environment. • Ability to work in a fast paced, dynamic, and team environment. • Self-motivated professional capable of executing tasks with minimal guidance. Security Requirements: • U.S. Citizenship • Active Top Secret/Sensitive Compartmented Information (TS/SCI) clearance • Active Counterintelligence (CI) or Full Scope (FS) Polygraph Work Environment: • On-site work in a government or contractor facility  • Occasional travel (up to 25%)  About LV8D Solutions LV8D Solutions is an elite Systems Engineering and Technical Advisory (SETA) company that delivers advanced systems engineering, integration, acquisition, mission operations, network communications, and cybersecurity support to our defense and intelligence customers. Founded in 2019, we apply our deep technical expertise, u

Performance & Recognition Period of Performance (PoP) Bonus Opportunities Performance-based bonus opportunities tied to contract or organizational performance. Retention Incentive Benefit Bounty Receive a payout for unused annual company contributions designated for health insurance premiums and professional training. Referral Bonus Earn up to $5,000 for each successful employee referral. Customer Recognition Letter of Appreciation (LoA) Bonus Opportunities Bonus opportunities based on customer recognition received through Letters of Appreciation. Milestone Rewards Celebrate your career achievements with anniversary awards on your 1st, 5th, 10th, and 20th years of service. Financial & Retirement Benefits Profit Sharing Receive an annual contribution equal to 4% of your W-2 gross earnings into your 401(k), with immediate vesting. 401(k) Company Match The company matches your 401(k) contributions dollar-for-dollar up to 6% of your monthly contribution, with immediate vesting. Career Development The company invests in your professional growth through: • Annual financial support for professional training and industry certifications. • Enhanced financial support for employees actively pursuing a degree at an accredited institution. Work-Life Balance Support for a healthy work-life balance includes: • Flexible work hours • Competitive paid time off (PTO) • Company holidays Health & Wellness Benefits The company offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support you and your family. Medical Coverage Three comprehensive Medical/Rx insurance plan options to meet the unique and individualized benefit needs of our employees Dental & Vision • Comprehensive dental insurance for employees and eligible dependents. • Comprehensive vision insurance for employees and eligible dependents. Income Protection • 100% Company-Paid Short-Term Disability Insurance • 100% Company-Paid Long-Term Disability Insurance Life Insurance • 100% Company-Paid Basic Term Life Insurance with Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) coverage. • Optional employee-paid Supplemental Voluntary Life Insurance.

Mission Context LV8D Solutions supports national security space and intelligence customers delivering next-generation sensing and exploitation capabilities. The Space Systems Engineer will provide onsite systems engineering and technical advisory (SETA) services in support of a government program in Chantilly, VA. Position Overview As a Space Systems Engineer, you will coordinate across other engineering divisions in support of the acquisition of systems that advance the government’s space resiliency posture. You will support a System Program Office (SPO) in a technical capacity for planning, execution, monitoring, and oversight of satellite system development and acquisitions in a government/contractor team environment providing opportunities for energetic individuals with a strong desire to expand their knowledge. Note: An active Top Secret/SCI clearance with Poly is required to be considered for this role Interested candidates need to thrive in an innovative, fast-paced environment; are highly motivated and not afraid to take on uncharted territory; possess strong communication, leadership, and organizational skills; and be able to prioritize their time to be effective in a dynamic environment. Key Responsibilities • Develop and maintain an in-depth understanding of system level requirements for assigned systems and the design features that satisfy these requirements. • Develop documents and briefings to communicate work status; briefs to government and industry as required. • Support full lifecycle engineering reviews to demonstrate the design meets all specifications and customer requirements. • Review Contract Data Requirements List (CDRL) deliverables to ensure content, technical accuracy, and sufficiency of design details to meet program requirements and objectives. • Participate in technical interchange meetings between developers and contractors. • Evaluate vendor proposals and review technical reports, design artifacts, and program plans. • Serve as a system engineering liaison to other divisions in the SPO. Required Qualifications: • Bachelors in Engineering or Similar Field and nine (9) years or more experience; Masters and seven (7) years or more experience ; PhD or JD and four (4) years or more experience. • Experience in systems integration and systems engineering. • Experience using systems engineering processes, methods, and tools to develop, implement, and deploy solutions for satellite systems. • Experience with space radar payload design, development, manufacturing, and testing. • Experience with radar system design, operations, and data processing. • Notable experience with large systems acquisition. • Effective communication, coordination, and customer engagement skills. • Excellent interpersonal, leadership, team building and problem-solving skills with a demonstrated ability to be effective in a government/contractor team environment. • Ability to work in a fast paced, dynamic, and team environment. • Self-motivated professional capable of executing tasks with minimal guidance. Security Requirements: • U.S. Citizenship • Active Top Secret/Sensitive Compartmented Information (TS/SCI) clearance • Active Counterintelligence (CI) or Full Scope (FS) Polygraph Work Environment: • On-site work in a government or contractor facility  • Occasional travel (up to 25%)  About LV8D Solutions LV8D Solutions is an elite Systems Engineering and Technical Advisory (SETA) company that delivers advanced systems engineering, integration, acquisition, mission operations, network communications, and cybersecurity support to our defense and intelligence customers. Founded in 2019, we apply our deep technical expertise, understanding, and mission-first mindset to design, acquire, and implement complex, high-impact solutions for our Intelligence Community (IC) and Department of War (DoW) customers. We specialize in every aspect of our customers’ space and ground mission systems while offering exceptional work-life balance and an exemplary compensation and total rewards package designed to recruit, train, and retain top talent and committed to national defense and career growth. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement LV8D Solutions LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity and inclusion. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, religion, gender, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other protected categories. Performance & Recognition Period of Performance (PoP) Bonus Opportunities Performance-based bonus opportunities tied to contract or organizational performance. Retention Incentive Benefit Bounty Receive a payout for unused annual company contributions designated for health insurance premiums and professional training. Referral Bonus Earn up to $5,000 for each successful employee referral. Customer Recognition Letter of Appreciation (LoA) Bonus Opportunities Bonus opportunities based on customer recognition received through Letters of Appreciation. Milestone Rewards Celebrate your career achievements with anniversary awards on your 1st, 5th, 10th, and 20th years of service. Financial & Retirement Benefits Profit Sharing Receive an annual contribution equal to 4% of your W-2 gross earnings into your 401(k), with immediate vesting. 401(k) Company Match The company matches your 401(k) contributions dollar-for-dollar up to 6% of your monthly contribution, with immediate vesting. Career Development The company invests in your professional growth through: • Annual financial support for professional training and industry certifications. • Enhanced financial support for employees actively pursuing a degree at an accredited institution. Work-Life Balance Support for a healthy work-life balance includes: • Flexible work hours • Competitive paid time off (PTO) • Company holidays Health & Wellness Benefits The company offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support yo