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Project Manager and Project Lead Engineer (Key)

Technology Service Corporation Defense Services
Washington, DC Full Time
POSTED ON 10/12/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 12/11/2026

TSC is seeking a Project Manager and Project Lead Engineer (Key). This position is onsite in the DC area. Personnel must possess a final DoD granted SECRET security clearance.

  • Bachelor's of Science in Engineering, Physics, Business or Equivalent and 8-10 years of experience
  • Specific experience in the planning, direction, and program management of spaceflight instruments, experimental payloads, and satellite and sounding rocket systems.
  • Relevant experience with spaceflight instrument and satellite systems program planning, directing, and coordinating from concept formulation through final closeout.
  • Specific experience with the technical coordination process among Government, NASA, Co-contractor, Academic, and Industry personnel.
  • Experience with the requirements for controlling information exchanges under the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and related defense trade acts.
  • Relevant experience supporting the space vehicle integration process and experience with the appropriate guidelines and standards used for deriving safety hazards.
  • Relevant experience with space vehicle integration guidelines, requirements, and standards used for deriving spaceflight instrument interface control, ground, and flight operation requirements.
  • Specific experience interfacing with space vehicle and launch integration personnel, safety managers, and technical lead engineers to develop launch range documentation.
  • Demonstrated experience with the fabrication and manufacture of prototype and limited production space-qualified instruments and payloads.
  • Proficient with cross-platform word processing, project management, scheduling, spreadsheet, and database programs

In compliance with applicable pay transparency laws, the expected salary range for this position is $107,000 - $143,000 per year, depending on experience and location. This role is also eligible for an annual performance bonus and may include equity or incentive compensation as part of the total rewards package.

TSC Benefits:

TSC offers a stable work environment, a competitive salary, and a comprehensive benefit package, including ESOP participation, 401k Plan, Flexible Work Schedules, Tuition Reimbursement, Co-Sponsored Health Plan, Paid Leave and much more.

Applying to TSC:

Only those candidates invited for an interview will be contacted. Employment at TSC is contingent upon the successful completion of a comprehensive background check, security investigation, and a drug screening.


This contractor and subcontractor shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities, and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or for inquiring about, discussing, or disclosing information about compensation. Moreover, these regulations require that covered prime contractors and subcontractors take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

 

Salary : $107,000 - $143,000

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