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Space Systems Engineer LOCATION Reston, VA 20190 CLEARANCE TS/SCI Full Poly (Please note this position requires full U.S. Citizenship) KEY SUMMARY We are seeking a highly skilled and innovative

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ORA_ON_SITE Description  SAIC is seeking a highly experienced Sr. Principal Space Systems Engineer to support Space Systems Command Space Domain Awareness and Combat Power (SSC/SZ) portfolio.

SAIC is seeking a highly experienced Sr. Principal Space Systems Engineer to support Space Systems Command Space Domain Awareness and Combat Power (SSC/SZ) portfolio. Position is available in El ...

Space Systems Engineer

El Segundo, CA · On-site

$120K - $160K/yr

Description SAIC is seeking a highly experienced Sr. Principal Space Systems Engineer to support Space Systems Command Space Domain Awareness and Combat Power (SSC/SZ) portfolio. Position is ...

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How much do freelance space systems engineer jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 10, 2026, the average hourly pay for freelance space systems engineer in the United States is $47.71, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $24.28 and $61.78 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Freelance Space Systems Engineer vs Satellite Systems Engineer?

AspectFreelance Space Systems EngineerSatellite Systems Engineer
CredentialsEngineering degree, certifications in aerospace or systems engineeringEngineering degree, specialized in satellite technology, certifications preferred
Work EnvironmentIndependent, project-based, remote or on-siteTypically employed by aerospace companies or government agencies, on-site or hybrid
Employer & IndustryClients in aerospace, defense, startups; freelance marketSatellite manufacturing firms, space agencies, telecom companies

Freelance Space Systems Engineers work independently on diverse projects, often remotely, while Satellite Systems Engineers are usually employed by organizations focusing on satellite design and deployment. Both roles require similar technical credentials but differ mainly in employment structure and work environment.

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Infographic showing various Freelance Space Systems Engineer job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 95% Full Time, and 5% Contract. Highlights an 87% Physical, 5% Hybrid, and 8% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $99,230 per year, or $47.7 per hour.

Space Systems Engineer

Space Systems Integration

El Segundo, CA • On-site

$120K - $170K/yr

Full-time

Posted 27 days ago


Job description

Space Systems Integration (SSI) is a fast-growing engineering company that provides aerospace solutions to a variety of government and commercial customers.  Our employees are forward-thinking, self-directed individuals who are committed to solving our customers’ technical challenges.

SSI is seeking a Space Systems Engineer for a role in El Segundo, CA.
 
Role and Responsibilities include:
  • Lead technical requirements development, systems engineering, and oversee development contractor to develop, design, produce, integrate and test space systems.
  • Oversee payload integration and interface control management.
  • Perform system integration of multiple efforts to integrate complex space systems, ground segment integration, and deployment into operation.
  • Manage and negotiate interface control documents with external stakeholders.
  • Perform systems architecting and engineering activities such as system requirements definition, interface definition, design, interface management, data architecture development, systems integration, performance analysis, lifecycle cost analysis & estimation, decision analysis, and development and refinement of concepts of operation.
  • Oversee requirements verification and validation.
  • Make program risks assessments and provides actionable recommendations to the chief engineer and program manager.
  • Independently collaborate with Government program office representatives, FFRDC, SETA, and contractor personnel.
Required Qualifications:
  • Bachelor of Science or applicable and 9 years or more experience; 4 additional years of experience may be used in lieu of degree.
  • Experience with technical requirements development, systems engineering, and overseeing development contractor to develop, design, produce, integrate and test space systems.
  • Experience with requirements verification and validation.
  • Active TS clearance with in-scope T5/SSBI is required, along with SCI eligibility and participation in Continuous Evaluation.
  • Must meet all requirements for SCI and SAP access and be willing to undergo a polygraph examination.

Target salary range: $120,000 - $170,000. The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range and bonus potential for this position based on experience and other factors.

Space Systems Integration provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

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