Space Vehicle Test Engineer

Mission Context

LV8D Solutions supports national security space and intelligence customers delivering next‑generation sensing and exploitation capabilities. The role of Space Vehicle Test Engineer is a Satellite Systems Engineer with deep Space Vehicle Assembly Integration and Test (SV Al&T). This role provides technical support, coaching and mentoring Government points of contact (GPOCs) relative to ongoing SVAl&T activities happening across diverse geographically located contractor facilities.

LV8D Solutions is seeking a Space Vehicle Test Engineer to support the GPOC overseeing SV Al&T providing critical insight to the prime contractor's execution of Al&T.

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.

• Directs Assembly, Test, and Launch Operations (ATLO) operations and activities
• Supports staffing, planning and headcount allocation to ensure adequate in‑plant coverage for critical operations
• Supports ATLO schedule assessments and Al&T planning activities
• Facilitates factory inquiries and on‑site visits
• Tracks special topics impacting Al&T progress and participates in related forums and working groups to facilitate resolution
• Reviews procedures, witnesses floor operations, and provides independent verification to improve operational safety and efficiency
• Conducts requirements and Concept of Operations (CONOPs) reviews; providing feedback as necessary
• Provides Mandatory Inspection Point (MIP) coverage and report when available
• Informs customer of Al&T status via verbal, daily written and ad hoc reports
• Leverages contractor reports, floor walks, and interviews to maintain situational awareness
• Serves as primary communication channel for technical and operational updates

• Bachelor's degree in Aerospace Engineering, Systems Engineering, or a related field
• 9–14 years experience in ATLO, Al&T or Systems engineering for space programs
• Proven leadership in Systems Engineering and Technical Assistance (SETA) activities, including team management and stakeholder coordination
• Familiarity with Department of War (DoW)/Intelligence Community (IC) programs and Statement of Work (SOW) compliance
• Strong organizational and communication skills within high‑pressure environments
• Experience in reviewing installation/test procedures, monitoring execution, identifying risks, discrepancy resolution and on‑site support

• INCOSE ESEP or CSEP
• Master's degree and 8 years of experience
• Experience using systems engineering processes, methods, tools, and program roles to develop, implement, and deploy solutions for Satellite Systems
• Experience as an intelligence analyst with demonstrated skills in communicating with analytical communities
• Thorough understanding of space systems design, integration and test requirements and test execution, including test equipment support
• Experience in Integrated Master Schedule (IMS) construct and Earned Value processes

• U.S. Citizenship
• Active Top Secret/Sensitive Compartmented Information (TS/SCI) clearance
• Active Counterintelligence (CI) or Full Scope (FS) Polygraph

• On‑site work in a government or contractor facility
• Travel up to 25%

• 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 career achievements with anniversary awards on 1st, 5th, 10th, and 20th years of service.
• Profit Sharing
  —Receive an annual contribution equal to 4% of your W‑2 gross…