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Payload Engineer - Space Systems & Payload Integration

About the Opportunity

A growing aerospace engineering organization supporting commercial and government space programs is seeking a Payload Engineer to support lunar and deep-space mission initiatives. This role offers the opportunity to work on advanced spacecraft payload integration projects involving cutting-edge technologies for manned and unmanned missions.

The ideal candidate will have a strong technical background in spacecraft systems, payload integration, and customer-facing engineering support within the aerospace or defense industry.
As part of federal contracting requirements, candidates must currently reside in a HUBZone-qualified area and be able to provide proof of residency if selected for employment.

Position Summary

The Payload Engineer will act as the primary technical interface between internal engineering teams and payload customers to ensure successful integration of customer payloads into space mission architectures. This individual will support payload development activities from initial requirements gathering through testing, integration, launch preparation, and mission support.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary technical liaison for payload customers and stakeholders throughout the mission lifecycle

• Lead payload integration activities from concept development through final verification and testing

• Develop and maintain Interface Control Documents (ICDs), technical documentation, and integration plans

• Coordinate with systems engineering, spacecraft design, mission operations, and testing teams to ensure payload compatibility

• Support Preliminary Design Reviews (PDRs), Critical Design Reviews (CDRs), and other technical review activities

• Provide technical oversight during payload integration, spacecraft testing, and pre-launch operations

• Troubleshoot integration and interface issues while maintaining project schedules and mission objectives

• Ensure payload requirements are properly documented, tracked, and validated

• Support customer communications and provide regular status updates throughout integration activities

• Assist with mission operations and post-launch support activities as needed

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related technical discipline

• 3+ years of experience in payload integration, systems engineering, spacecraft engineering, or related aerospace roles

• Hands-on experience with spacecraft systems, payload hardware, and integration/testing activities

• Familiarity with NASA, DoD, or commercial aerospace standards and processes

• Strong technical writing and documentation skills, including experience creating ICDs and engineering review materials

• Excellent communication, collaboration, and customer-interface skills

• Ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary engineering teams

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting lunar, deep-space, or satellite missions

• Knowledge of RF systems, thermal systems, spacecraft power systems, or avionics integration

• Experience with mission operations, launch support, or post-flight payload support

• Familiarity with systems engineering methodologies and verification processes

• Previous experience supporting government aerospace programs or commercial space missions

Additional Information

• This role may involve occasional travel to customer sites, integration facilities, or launch support locations

• Candidates should provide a complete current address on their resume for verification purposes

• U.S. work authorization required

HUBZone Requirement

This position supports federal HUBZone program requirements. To be eligible, candidates must live in a Historically Underutilized Business Zone (HUBZone) as designated by the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA). Proof of residency may be required during the hiring process.
Education Requirement

• Bachelor's Degree required