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Mission Integration Engineer
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Quindar .
Quindar is seeking a
Mission Integration Engineer
to support the development and deployment of integrated satellite ground systems for both commercial and government customers. This role plays a critical part in enabling complex space missions by understanding technical requirements, devising mission solutions, and conducting system‑level integration activities.
Base pay range $150,000.00/yr – $180,000.00/yr
Key Responsibilities Mission Design & Integration
Lead technical integration efforts for customer missions.
Deeply understand the technical needs for a customer’s space mission, drive to system deployment and delivery that satisfies the mission needs.
Assess and understand customer mission requirements, CONOPS, and interfaces, and align those with Quindar’s platform capabilities.
Evaluate product gaps or shortcomings against mission needs and work with product and engineering teams to devise solutions.
Support integration of multiple mission assets (spacecraft, ground stations, cloud infrastructure) into a cohesive operational plan.
Own the verification and validation (V&V) process across mission threads—commanding, telemetry, automation, and mission‑specific analytics.
Customer Engagement & Onboarding
Act as a technical point‑of‑contact for new mission onboarding.
Work closely with technical project managers and forward‑deployed engineers to ensure mission success.
Coordinate customer design reviews, test readiness events, and mission readiness milestones.
Systems Engineering & Cross‑Team Coordination
Own development of necessary ICDs and requirements verification documentation.
Work with software engineering and integration teams to ensure features are deployed to support mission timelines.
Provide inputs into the product roadmap based on recurring customer needs across integrations.
Ensure architectural consistency across mission types (LEO, GEO, MEO, etc.), including hybrid commercial/gov ops.
Mission Readiness & Operational Handoff
Support pre‑launch exercises including mission simulations, operator training, and “day‑in‑the‑life” walkthroughs.
Create mission support plans, anomaly resolution guides, and escalates mission risks when technical issues arise.
Support on‑console shifts during early orbit or commissioning phases, as needed.
Qualifications Education
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Aerospace Engineering, Systems Engineering, Computer Science, or related field.
Required Experience
5+ years of hands‑on systems engineering or mission integration experience in the space domain.
Prior experience in design, development, test, and/or verification of spacecraft ground systems.
Prior involvement in pre‑launch and on‑orbit operations of satellite missions (especially with government customers).
Familiarity with TT&C architectures and satellite operations software, as well as spacecraft communications and data handling subsystems.
Technical Skills
Understanding of cloud‑based ground systems and satellite operations automation.
Familiarity with scripting or software languages (e.g., Python, Bash) for test automation and system configuration.
Experience with containerized deployments (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes); AWS GovCloud is a plus.
Clearance
Active TS/SCI required.
Soft Skills
Exceptional communication and documentation skills.
Ability to manage multiple concurrent missions with tight deadlines.
Comfortable working in ambiguity and building structure in first‑of‑kind missions.
Strong customer‑facing demeanor—able to translate between engineering and end‑user perspectives.
ITAR Requirements
To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. lawful permanent resident (green card holder), refugee under 8 U.S.C. 1157, or asylee under 8 U.S.C. 1158, or be eligible to obtain required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here.
Benefits
Opportunity to be part of a small team with large impact on the success of our customers’ space missions.
Work‑life balance through 15 days off and unlimited PTO, following most U.S. federal government holidays.
Quarterly mental health and wellness benefits.
Comprehensive health insurance with 100% coverage for employees.
401(k) matching of 4%.
Annual 4‑day company offsite in various locations.
Opportunity to shape company culture and product direction.
Seniority level Mid‑Senior level
Employment type Full‑time
Job function Engineering and Information Technology
Industries Software Development
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Mission Integration Engineer
role at
Quindar .
Quindar is seeking a
Mission Integration Engineer
to support the development and deployment of integrated satellite ground systems for both commercial and government customers. This role plays a critical part in enabling complex space missions by understanding technical requirements, devising mission solutions, and conducting system‑level integration activities.
Base pay range $150,000.00/yr – $180,000.00/yr
Key Responsibilities Mission Design & Integration
Lead technical integration efforts for customer missions.
Deeply understand the technical needs for a customer’s space mission, drive to system deployment and delivery that satisfies the mission needs.
Assess and understand customer mission requirements, CONOPS, and interfaces, and align those with Quindar’s platform capabilities.
Evaluate product gaps or shortcomings against mission needs and work with product and engineering teams to devise solutions.
Support integration of multiple mission assets (spacecraft, ground stations, cloud infrastructure) into a cohesive operational plan.
Own the verification and validation (V&V) process across mission threads—commanding, telemetry, automation, and mission‑specific analytics.
Customer Engagement & Onboarding
Act as a technical point‑of‑contact for new mission onboarding.
Work closely with technical project managers and forward‑deployed engineers to ensure mission success.
Coordinate customer design reviews, test readiness events, and mission readiness milestones.
Systems Engineering & Cross‑Team Coordination
Own development of necessary ICDs and requirements verification documentation.
Work with software engineering and integration teams to ensure features are deployed to support mission timelines.
Provide inputs into the product roadmap based on recurring customer needs across integrations.
Ensure architectural consistency across mission types (LEO, GEO, MEO, etc.), including hybrid commercial/gov ops.
Mission Readiness & Operational Handoff
Support pre‑launch exercises including mission simulations, operator training, and “day‑in‑the‑life” walkthroughs.
Create mission support plans, anomaly resolution guides, and escalates mission risks when technical issues arise.
Support on‑console shifts during early orbit or commissioning phases, as needed.
Qualifications Education
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Aerospace Engineering, Systems Engineering, Computer Science, or related field.
Required Experience
5+ years of hands‑on systems engineering or mission integration experience in the space domain.
Prior experience in design, development, test, and/or verification of spacecraft ground systems.
Prior involvement in pre‑launch and on‑orbit operations of satellite missions (especially with government customers).
Familiarity with TT&C architectures and satellite operations software, as well as spacecraft communications and data handling subsystems.
Technical Skills
Understanding of cloud‑based ground systems and satellite operations automation.
Familiarity with scripting or software languages (e.g., Python, Bash) for test automation and system configuration.
Experience with containerized deployments (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes); AWS GovCloud is a plus.
Clearance
Active TS/SCI required.
Soft Skills
Exceptional communication and documentation skills.
Ability to manage multiple concurrent missions with tight deadlines.
Comfortable working in ambiguity and building structure in first‑of‑kind missions.
Strong customer‑facing demeanor—able to translate between engineering and end‑user perspectives.
ITAR Requirements
To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. lawful permanent resident (green card holder), refugee under 8 U.S.C. 1157, or asylee under 8 U.S.C. 1158, or be eligible to obtain required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here.
Benefits
Opportunity to be part of a small team with large impact on the success of our customers’ space missions.
Work‑life balance through 15 days off and unlimited PTO, following most U.S. federal government holidays.
Quarterly mental health and wellness benefits.
Comprehensive health insurance with 100% coverage for employees.
401(k) matching of 4%.
Annual 4‑day company offsite in various locations.
Opportunity to shape company culture and product direction.
Seniority level Mid‑Senior level
Employment type Full‑time
Job function Engineering and Information Technology
Industries Software Development
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