Senior Launch Project Engineer - Horizons with ...

Overview Axient is seeking a Senior Launch Project Engineer to support and drive execution of launch integration as a member of the Horizon Program that assists the US Space Force under the Special Programs Directorate in El Segundo, CA. Responsibilities Duties will include, but are not limited to: * Provide expert technical and program management support to US government (USG) Satellite Program Office (SPO) managing engineering and launch integration effort and prime contractors, with Space Systems Command (SSC) Launch Enterprise and launch service providers * Interface with USG Launch Range elements and establish support agreements that meet satellite SPO and prime contractor requirements * Collaborate with mission partners and negotiate agreements for shared responsibilities * Define readiness process and plan for space segment for launch * Ensure prepared for and successfully execute launch site payload processing and ultimately launch * Propose strategy and generate contractor statements of work for Early Interface Studies with Launch Service Providers , c hange proposals, and final Launch Integration * Evaluate and negotiate contractor proposals for Launch integration engineering and processing * Facilitate negotiation of space vehicle to launch vehicle interface requirements in the best interest of the SV SPO * Manage technical and programmatic risk associated with launch integration * Evaluate contractor performance and provide assessment to SPO Qualifications Minimum Requirements: * BS Degree and minimum of 9+ years related experience in systems engineering and requirements management. A Master''s Degree requires 7+ years and a PhD requires 4+ years of related experience. * Knowledgeable in all types of satellite-launch interface requirements and technology, setting of requirements, ICD documentation, and associated verification approaches * Possess understanding of satellite integration and test procedures and processes, launch site satellite processing, joint launch operations, Day-of-Launch preparation and execution * Versed in standard launch interface requirements, range requirements, safety requirements * Familiar with statements of work and their structure, basic contract types and incentives, Government contracting; experienced developing program plans and controls * Familiar with scheduling and earned value metrics * Must have an active and transferrable Top Secret SCI with a current background investigation within five (5) years and consent to a polygraph examination * Experience must also include satellite integration and test and processing * Requires basic understanding of launch vehicle missions, performance and processing * Experience working in USG SPO with other support contractors Must meet and adhere to COVID protocols.

Created: 2025-11-15