Spacecraft Mechanical Subsystem Engineer

Spacecraft Mechanical Subsystem Engineer

K ’s National Security Solutions team provides high‑end engineering and advanced technology solutions to customers in the intelligence and national security communities. In this position, your work will have a profound impact on protecting our national security.

K  is seeking a motivated and experienced mechanical and electromechanical subsystem engineer to join our team in El Segundo, CA. K  is the prime contractor on the Military Satellite Communications (MILSATCOM) Systems Engineering, Integration and Test (MSEIT) contract. The MSEIT effort provides leading‑edge Systems Engineering & Integration (SE&I) for the United States Space Force’s (USSF) Space Systems Command (SSC), acquiring state‑of‑the‑art Military and Commercial Satellite Communications (SATCOM) systems.

• Provide technical leadership and perform engineering assessments in support of the ESS Program Office for the delivery of electromechanical space vehicle subsystems by the prime contractor.
• Lead system‑level trades and support the design, integration, and post‑payload integration testing of units and subsystems, ensuring technical performance and mission success.
• Ensure integrity of the technical design and interface compatibility across the space vehicle, including coordination with ground and terminal segments.
• Support component‑ and unit‑level test programs, including space qualification testing to validate survivability in relevant space environments. Develop and review required test documentation, including test plans, procedures, and reports.
• Support the overall space vehicle test program, ensuring compliance with environmental and performance requirements. Prepare and maintain comprehensive test documentation, including plans and reports.
• Build and maintain strong, collaborative relationships with government customers, prime contractors, and FFRDC partners to effectively coordinate technical activities and resolve issues.

• Location:
  
  On‑site
• Travel Requirements:
  Infrequent
• Working Hours:
  
  Full‑time, standard work day

• Active Secret Clearance
• Bachelor’s degree in a technical field (engineering, mathematics, physics, or computer science)
• 15 years’ experience with mechanical or electromechanical subsystems
• Strong interpersonal, communication (oral and written), and presentation skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Requirement to work on site at LAAFB 100% (remote work unavailable)
• Approximately 10% travel within Southern California and CONUS, depending on prime contractor selection of unit suppliers

• TS/SCI clearance
• Master’s degree in a technical field (engineering, mathematics, physics, or computer science)
• Experience with Military or DOD or IC space systems
• Experience with MILSATCOM, such as AEHF, PTS, EPS, WGS, and FAB‑T terminal programs
• Experience with space systems engineering at the unit, subsystem, spacecraft or space vehicle levels
• Professional certifications (e.g., PMP, INCOSE CSEP / ESEP / ASEP)

$162,000 to $200,000 in California based on selected candidate’s knowledge, skills, abilities and/or experience and in consideration of internal parity.

K  offers a selection of competitive lifestyle benefits which could include a 401K plan with company match, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, AD&D, flexible spending account, disability, paid time off, or flexible work schedule. We support career advancement through professional training and development.

K  is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, union status and/or beliefs, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.