Space Systems Engineer

Location: Chantilly, VA 20151 Status: Full Time, Employee Job Category: Engineering Career Level: Experienced (Non-Manager) Company: SPARTA, Inc. Email: Apply by Email SPARTA, Inc. is an employee-owned engineering and advanced technology company with over 1300 employees. We provide world-class technical products and services to the defense, intelligence, and homeland security sectors of the federal government. Our company was founded on the philosophy that the motivation of our employees is the key to corporate success. Our broad-based employee ownership means that every SPARTAN is an integral part of the company and every employee-owner can contribute to and share in our business success. SPARTA enjoys a long history of nationally recognized, award winning achievements and significant sales growth. SPARTA offers an attractive and comprehensive benefits program including: Competitive Health, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance Options; Short & Long Term Disability; Long Term Care; Employee Stock Plan; Profit Sharing; 401(k); Incentive Programs; Flex-spending Accounts; Computer Loans; Paid Time-off for Vacation, Holidays, and Sick Days; Pet Insurance; and 100% Tuition Reimbursement. SPARTA is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer - M/F/D/V www.sparta.com Space Systems Engineer This position is with the NRO in Chantilly. The successful candidate will provide support in the following areas: Development and revision of bus-related requirements; bus structure/propulsion design development and engineering trades; bus structure related areas including launch vehicle adaptor, bolt cutters, pin pullers, separation nuts, struts, blankets, and critical clearance; propulsion related areas including valves, propellant lines, thrusters, and propellant tanks. Travel will be required.Experience Requirements- Spacecraft engineer experienced in the areas of bus structures and propulsion subsystems, especially in the case of 3-axis bus designs - 10+ years experience desired - BS required, MS desired - TS/SCI Clearance Required