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Satellite Lead Mission Systems Engineer (SETA) with Security Clearance

OMNI Consulting Solutions, LLCChantilly, VA🇺🇸United StatesPosted Sep 16, 2026

Quick Overview

Seniority
Mid Senior
Employment type
Employee
Work mode
On Site
Location
Chantilly, VA, United States
Posted
19 hours ago
Assembly

Job Description

Overview
OMNI is seeking a Satellite Lead Mission Engine

  • Active TS/SCI clearance with Polygraph.
  • Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace Engineering, Systems Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Physics, Computer Science, or a related STEM discipline with 14 years of relevant experience; or a Master’s degree with 12 years of relevant experience.
  • Minimum of five years of experience serving in a senior systems engineering leadership role supporting a large, complex satellite or space system program.
  • Expert-level systems engineering experience supporting spacecraft integration, test, verification, checkout, and launch preparation activities.
  • Demonstrated experience leading multidisciplinary engineering teams and coordinating technical efforts across multiple organizations.
  • Strong understanding of spacecraft development lifecycles, systems engineering processes, mission integration, and technical risk management.
  • Excellent communication, briefing, and organizational skills with the ability to communicate effectively with technical teams, program managers, and senior Government decision-makers.
  • Proven ability to operate independently in a fast-paced, mission-focused environment with minimal supervision.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Previous Systems Engineering and Technical Assistance (SETA) experience supporting Government Program Offices.
  • Experience supporting Intelligence Community (IC), National Reconnaissance Office (NRO), U.S. Space Force, or other national security space acquisition programs.
  • Experience serving as a Mission Engineer, Chief Systems Engineer, Lead Systems Engineer, Integration Lead, or Technical Lead on a satellite development program.
  • Experience supporting satellite Assembly, Integration, and Test (AI&T) activities at the unit, subsystem, or system level.
  • Experience supporting launch campaigns, mission readiness reviews, launch and early orbit operations, or spacecraft commissioning activities.
  • Experience serving as a program manager, subsystem manager, integration manager, or technical lead responsible for mitigating technical and schedule risks. Familiarity with Government acquisition processes, technical review boards, and major milestone reviews.
Work Environment
  • Full-time position located in Chantilly, Virginia.
  • Approximately 10% travel to contractor facilities, integration sites, test locations, and mission activities as required.
  • Collaborative SETA environment supporting advanced national security space programs.
  • Direct interaction with Government, contractor, and engineering teams responsible for the development, integration, testing, launch, and operation of critical space capabilities.
Why Join OMNI?
OMNI Consulting Solutions is a boutique consulting firm specializing in creating game-changing value and simple solutions for complex demands. OMNI is built on the idea that change moves the world forward, and through creative and entrepreneurial leadership OMNI maintains a bold reputation within the DoD/Aerospace community and across the various other industries we support. As an OMNI employee, you can be assured of extensive growth opportunities, inordinately competitive salary compensation packages, and the unparalleled support of the OMNI family. We are an equal-opportunity employer, and our benefits packages are designed to meet the needs of all our employees and dependents:
  • Medical Coverage
  • Dental Benefits
  • Vision Benefits
  • Life Insurance
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan with Employer Matching
  • Fully Vested on Day 1 of Employment
  • Paid Time Off & Sick Leave
  • Company Sponsored Social Events

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