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Satellite Flight Test SME

QinetiQ US (formerly Avantus Federal)
Chantilly, VA Full Time
POSTED ON 3/31/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 4/30/2026
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.

Position Overview

Join us in our fast-paced support to the Space Development Agency (SDA). Recognized as the Department of Defense's constructive disruptor for space acquisition, SDA delivers space-based capabilities to the joint warfighter to support terrestrial missions through development, fielding, and operation of the Proliferated Warfighter Space Architecture. SDA capitalizes on a unique business model that values speed and lowers costs by harnessing commercial development to achieve a proliferated architecture and enhance resilience. We are seeking a Satellite Flight Test Subject Matter Expert to support SDA’s mission. Responsibilities include:

Responsibilities

  • Collaborate with the Capability Leads (Tranche level) and Capability Test Teams (Enterprise level) to develop the test plans, procedures and coordinate all logistics for executing tests related to the capabilities (multiple capabilities may be tested in one test).
  • Provide systems engineering guidance in the development of test and evaluation plans, system verification plans, and other systems engineering processes and documents
  • Oversees development of the detailed testing approach in accordance with Enterprise strategy.
  • Develops test plans, procedures, and approvals.
  • Coordinates test execution and serves as Test Director for all events


Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Physics, Mathematics or relevant technical discipline
  • 20 years experience
  • Technical and analytic understanding of satellite testing processes
  • Understanding of satellite acquisition and operations technology best practices
  • Demonstrated experience in developing and executing detailed test plans
  • Strong written and oral communications
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
  • TS/SCI Eligibility; #qinetiqclearedjob


Company EEO Statement

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.

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