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Payload Processing Integration Specialist (PPIS)

QinetiQ US
Los Angeles, CA Other
POSTED ON 1/1/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/13/2027

Company Overview

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

QinetiQ is seeking a Payload Processing Integration Specialist (PPIS) to support the NRO Office of Space Launch (OSL) mission team in all phases of planning and execution of satellite-to-payload processing systems integration for OSL assigned missions. The PPIS provides the payload processing mission integration planning coordination/support, integrated schedule development, readiness review preparation, technical procedure coordination, anomaly resolution, integration of mission requirements into government or commercial infrastructure, mission/DOL support and Lessons Learned adjudication. Support requires an understanding of payload processing planning and execution. Requires close coordination with the SV Program, LVC, OL, Range and other associated contractors and organizations. PPIS responsibilities include: 

Responsibilities

  • Development of mission unique requirements and derived requirements identification, monitoring and verifying payload processing requirements including satellite vehicle transportation and processing requirements.
  • Supports Mission Management interface with internal and external divisions, agencies and contractors
  • Generates reports and presentations for internal and external reviews
  • Supports coordination process for planning and readiness meetings
  • Provides Payload Processing Integration expertise for pre-mission planning, quality assurance and business management meetings/reviews
  • Standardizes payload processing readiness activities where possible Monitors system issues and provides assessments to the OSL stakeholders
  • Provides support to mission managers for payload processing activities
  • Reconciles payload processing requirements against mission execution plans
  • Supports the collaboration efforts with external agencies to assure common understanding and sharing of resources for payload processing activities
  • Fosters collaboration with external mission partners and organizations
  • Attends Mission Scheduling/Manifest Meetings as required

Required Qualifications

  • TS/SCI Clearance w/ CI Poly; #qinetiqclearedjob
  • 10 years of relevant experience
  • 5 years of experience in NRO

Preferred Qualifications

  • 15 years of experience
  • 8 years of experience at NRO

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. 4 and let us know the nature of your request and contact information.

 

QinetiQ US is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action 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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