Mission Integration Engineer Security Clearance

Overview

Mission Integration Engineer with Active Security Clearance - Zachary Piper Solutions, Westminster, CO, United States

Zachary Piper Solutions is seeking a Mission Integration Engineer to support satellite ground system integration for commercial and government space missions. This is a full-time hybrid position with 2 days onsite and 3 days remote. This role is part of the Mission Architecture team and is ideal for candidates with a strong background in space systems engineering, satellite operations, and cloud-based infrastructure.

The position is based in Arvada, CO (preferred), with flexibility for candidates located in Los Angeles, CA or Washington, DC. This role requires an active TS/SCI clearance.

• Lead technical integration of spacecraft, ground stations, and cloud infrastructure
• Assess mission requirements and ensure seamless deployment
• Serve as the technical point-of-contact during customer onboarding
• Coordinate technical reviews and readiness milestones
• Develop and maintain interface control documents (ICDs)
• Verify requirements and support cross-functional collaboration
• Conduct mission simulations, training, and early orbit support
• Create mission support plans and resolve anomalies

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Aerospace Engineering, Systems Engineering, Computer Science, or related field
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in space systems engineering or mission integration
• Hands-on experience with spacecraft ground systems and satellite operations
• Proficiency in cloud-based ground systems, scripting (Python, Bash), containerization (Docker/Kubernetes), and AWS Gov Cloud
• Active TS/SCI clearance
• Strong communication, multitasking, and customer engagement skills
• Ability to thrive in fast-paced, ambiguous environments

• Salary Range: $120,000 - $180,000 (based on experience)
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Paid Time Off (PTO), Sick Leave (as required by law)

Mission Integration, Satellite Ground Systems, Spacecraft Operations, Systems Engineering, Cloud Infrastructure, AWS Gov Cloud, Docker, Kubernetes, Python, Bash, Interface Control Documents (ICDs), TS/SCI Clearance, Mission Architecture, Technical Onboarding, Cross-Team Coordination, Mission Simulations, Aerospace Engineering, Satellite Communications, Ground Station Deployment, Automation, Containerization, Early Orbit Support, Technical Reviews, Space Systems Engineering

This job opens for applications on 9/22/2025. Applications for this job will be accepted for at least 30 days from the posting date. LI-CS1