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Embark on a rewarding career just ten miles from SAIC headquarters, as part of our Chantilly, VA ... spacecraft design and engineering, with proficiency in at least one satellite subsystem (e.g ...

Embark on a rewarding career just ten miles from SAIC headquarters, as part of our Chantilly, VA ... Expertise in spacecraft design and engineering, with proficiency in at least one satellite ...

Umbra is an American space technology company delivering advanced systems, from sensors to ... Support early design efforts for Mission Solutions pursuits and captures. * Provide thermal ...

Umbra is an American space technology company delivering advanced systems, from sensors to ... Design, build and test spacecraft hardware and mechanisms, including: * Collaborating with cross ...

Umbra is an American space technology company delivering advanced systems, from sensors to ... Support early design efforts for Mission Solutions pursuits and captures. * Provide thermal ...

Umbra is an American space technology company delivering advanced systems, from sensors to ... Design, build and test spacecraft hardware and mechanisms, including:  * Collaborating with cross ...

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As of Jun 16, 2026, the average yearly pay for from home spacecraft design in the United States is $120,241.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $100,000.00 and $137,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.
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Engineer Senior - Spacecraft Mechanical Design with Security Clearance

Engineer Senior - Spacecraft Mechanical Design with Security Clearance

BAE Systems

Boulder, CO

$97K - $164K/yr

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 3 days ago


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8.5

Company rating: 8.5 out of 10

Based on 143 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

5th of 46 rated military and defense


Job description

Job Description The Engineering, Science and Analysis (ESA) Strategic Capabilities Unit comprises the technical talent and organizational leadership that enables the successful delivery of high-impact discriminating technologies for our customers' missions. Our collaborative, cross-functional teams are committed to innovation, integrity, continual learning and strong execution. What You'll Do: * Participate in the mechanical design effort for new spacecraft structures from proposal phase through award, detailed design, fabrication, assembly, test, and requirements verification.
* Responsibilities may include:
* Performing CAD modeling, design and analysis to meet Technical Requirements.
* Support Requirements Development, Design for Manufacturing, Design for Test, and Requirements Verification.
* Proactively identifying, communicating, and managing risks and opportunities.
* Providing technical oversight of Spacecraft design related subcontracts.
* Define, maintain, iterate, and verify the structural requirements that are needed to meet the system and other subsystem requirements and interfaces.
* Generate, iterate, maintain, and release the primary/secondary structure design that meets system and subsystem requirements.
* Working on CAD and doing simple hand structural analysis calculations during proposal and program initial startup.
* Transition to leading teams of 5-10 design and analysis engineers with majority of time spent leading the team and communicating with the internal and external customers.
* Coordination required with personnel from all other spacecraft sub-systems including external interfaces such as customers, customer consultants, payload providers and launch vehicle providers.
* Contribute to continuous evolution of Spacecraft related processes and tools to improve execution.
* Maintain a regular and predictable work schedule.
* Establish and maintain effective working relationships within the department, the Strategic Business Units, Strategic Capabilities Units and the Company. Interact appropriately with others in order to maintain a positive and productive work environment.
* Perform other duties as necessary. On-Site Work Environment: This position requires regular in-person engagement by working on-site five days each normally scheduled week in the primary work location. Travel and local commute between company campuses and other possible non-company locations may be required. Working Conditions: * Work is performed in an office, laboratory, production floor, or cleanroom, outdoors or remote research environment.
* May occasionally work in production work centers where use of protective equipment and gear is required.
* May access other facilities in various weather conditions. Required Education, Experience, & Skills * BS degree or higher in Engineering or a related technical field is required plus 4 or more years related experience.
* Each higher-level degree, i.e., Master's Degree or Ph.D., may substitute for two years of experience. Related technical experience may be considered in lieu of education. Degree must be from a university, college, or school which is accredited by an agency recognized by the US Secretary of Education, US Department of Education.
* Proficient using CAD software for modeling/drafting (SolidWorks preferred) and Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing.
* Demonstrated design analysis capability.
* Prior participation in written and/or oral proposal/design review activities for external Customers. #LI-MT1 A security clearance or access with Polygraph is not required to be eligible for this position. However, the applicant must be willing and eligible for submission, depending on program requirements, after an offer is accepted and must be able to maintain the applicable clearance/access. Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills * Active TS/SCI clearance. Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $97008 - $164914 Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience. Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20+ hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics. About BAE Systems Space & Mission Systems BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace and security company which delivers a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it's what we do at BAE Systems. Working here means using your passion and ingenuity where it counts - defending national security with breakthrough technology, superior products, and intelligence solutions. As you develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills on a team-making a big impact on a global scale. At BAE Systems, you'll find a rewarding career that truly makes a difference. Headquartered in Boulder, Colorado, Space & Mission Systems is a leading provider of national defense and civil space applications, advanced remote sensing, scientific and tactical systems for government and commercial customers. We continually pioneer ways to innovate spacecraft, mission payloads, optical systems, and other defense and civil capabilities. Powered by endlessly curious people with an unwavering mission focus, we continually discover ways to enable our customers to perform beyond expectation and protect what matters most. This position will be posted for at least 5 calendar days. The posting will remain active until the position is filled, or a qualified pool of candidates is identified. Multiple positions may be available on this opening.

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