What are the responsibilities and job description for the Launch Support SME position at QinetiQ U.S.?
| Job ID | 2025-11555 | Posted Date | Operations | Job Location | US-AL-Huntsville |
We are a world-class team of professionals who deliver next generation technology and products in robotic and autonomous platforms, ground, soldier, and maritime systems in 50 locations world-wide. Much of our work contributes to innovative research in the fields of sensor science, signal processing, data fusion, artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning (ML), and augmented reality (AR).
QinetiQ US's dedicated experts in defense, aerospace, security, and related fields all work together to explore new ways of protecting the American Warfighter, Security Forces, and Allies. Being a part of QinetiQ US means being central to the safety and security of the world around us. Partnering with our customers, we help save lives; reduce risks to society; and maintain the global infrastructure on which we all depend.
Why Join QinetiQ US?
If you have the courage to take on a wide variety of complex challenges, then you will experience a unique working environment where innovative teams blend different perspectives, disciplines, and technologies to discover new ways of solving complex problems. In our diverse and inclusive environment, you can be authentic, feel valued, be respected, and realize your full potential. QinetiQ US will support you with workplace flexibility, a commitment to the health and well-being of you and your family and provide opportunities to work with a purpose. We are committed to supporting your success in both your professional and personal lives.
Join us in our fast-paced support to develop, advance, and sustain weapon systems for the U.S. Space Force (USSF) and its mission partners. You will be joining a team of personnel with experience and an in-depth understanding of the environments that include ground, near-space, space, and any system that operates in those environments to meet current and projected strategic, operational, and tactical needs for the Department of Defense (DoD). QinetiQ is a mission-led innovation company that works with the USSF and DoD to design, develop, field, and maintain requirements essential to national security and the survivability of the warfighter.
We are seeking a Launch Support Subject Matter Expert - SME in Huntsville, AL, which is an expert in classified weapon system launch planning, processing, and execution. The ideal candidate will be highly knowledgeable in the processes and products required to successfully design and test a space system to ensure successful launch vehicle integration as well as launch vehicle development and design process, schedule, and key agencies. This position requires an individual who can work closely with technical teams, stakeholders, and partners to ensure program success.
- Support the revision or drafting of JCIDS and acquisition documentation such as Initial Capability Documents, Analysis of Alternatives, Concept of Operations, Technical/Systems Requirement Documents, Technical Evaluations, and System Specifications.
- Provide inputs and support on technical and/or programmatic status reporting of individual projects, programs, or portfolios.
- Identify areas of improvement with actionable, feasible recommendations, and tasks for reducing risk where appropriate as well as support risk identification, process definition, and detailed technical risk mitigation plans.
- Maintain a broad awareness and understanding of all programs and technology development efforts in execution across the applicable portfolio as well as assist integrated product teams and working groups.
- Advise the Government program manager on technical engagements (e.g., technical interchange meetings, design reviews, program conferences, etc.) as well as establish customer and contractor interfaces.
- Provide technical and operational insight to support mission protection, operations, and mission data assessments.
- Recommend viable solutions for technical anomalies.
- Support the development, delivery, review, and evaluate impact analysis, audits, studies, compliance inspections, and readiness reviews.
- Provide advisory and assistance support on test documents, planning, events, requirements, and data for Developmental and Operational Testing.
- Assist with post-mission analysis and report the results of the plan versus execution.
- Advise and assist with conceptual launch vehicle comparisons, selection recommendations, and early integration support.
- Interfacing with the Assured Access to Space (SSC/AA) PEO, assisting with new requirement definitions, and recommending changes to existing mission requirements.
- Facilitate communication between SSC/AA and other Government space vehicle and/or launch system procuring agencies.
- Maintain insight into launch activities to ensure mission requirements are being addressed.
- Expert in classified weapon system launch planning, processing, and execution.
- Highly knowledgeable in the processes and products required to successfully design and test a space system to ensure successful launch vehicle integration.
- Highly knowledgeable in the launch vehicle development and design process, schedule, and key agencies.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with multiple competing priorities.
- Excellent project management and organizational skills.
- Ability to identify and solve problems.
- Masters Degree
- 20 years of relevant experience
- TS/SCI; #qinetiqclearedjob
Accessibility/Accommodation:
If because of a medical condition or disability you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to staffing@us.QinetiQ.com or call (540) 658-2720 Opt. 1 and let us know the nature of your request and contact information.
QinetiQ US is an Equal Opportunity employer. All Qualified Applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, age, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.
As an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, E3 Federal Solutions, LLC (E3) is dedicated to making all employment decisions without regard to race, color, sex (include gender and transgender status), age, religion, national origin, disability, marital status, veteran status, registered domestic partner or civil union status, gender identity, medical condition, genetic information, sexual orientation, or any other protected status in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. E3 hires and promotes individuals solely on the basis of their qualifications for the job to be filled.