Senior Space Based Sensing Integration EngineerAstrion is seeking a senior level engineer to provide SETA (Systems Engineering & Technical Assistance) support to a government program office responsible for the SBST PAE (Space-Based Sensing and Targeting Portfolio Acquisition Executive).This role places you at the center of a high-visibility, fast-paced program, working directly with government leadership and industry partners to ensure mission success. You will provide independent technical assessment, systems engineering expertise, and mission-focused insight across the full lifecycle from design through launch and early operations.If you're a technically strong engineer who thrives in a government advisory role, understands how to bridge government and industry, and wants to contribute to a next-generation space-based radar mission, we encourage you to apply.Required qualifications/skills:Bachelor's degree in aerospace engineering, Electrical Engineering, Physics, or related technical field (Master's or PhD preferred)10+ years of experience in aerospace, space systems, or defense programsDemonstrated experience across the full system lifecycle (requirements, design, integration, test, and operations)Experience with one or more of the following: Requirements traceabilityArchitecture developmentMission data processing or ground system architecturesExperience with Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) and SysML tools (e.g., Cameo/MagicDraw)Ability to assess contractor technical performance and provide independent recommendationsStrong written and verbal communication skills, including experience briefing senior leadershipPreferred qualifications/skills:Prior experience supporting a government program office (SETA or similar role)Familiarity with DoD/IC acquisition processes (JCIDS, DoD 5000 series)Experience working with prime contractors and major subcontractorsBackground in: Satellite and payload engineeringCommunications systems and architecturesCrypto integration in space systemsMulti-sensor integration and data fusionExperience supporting: Integration & test campaignsLaunch site operations and readiness reviewsEarly orbit operations/commissioningProficiency with tools such as: Cameo/MagicDrawTableauConfluence, Jira, DOORSPython, MATLAB, or similar analytical toolsResponsibilities:Provide independent technical assessment of contractor designs, architectures, and performanceSupport systems engineering lifecycle activities, including requirements development, design reviews, integration, test, and verificationEvaluate radar payload performance, modeling, and system-level trade studiesAssess RF hardware development and production testingSupport Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) and digital engineering efforts, including system performance modeling and multi-sensor integrationAnalyze and validate end-to-end mission performance (sensor, ground, processing, dissemination)Participate in and support major program design reviewsProvide technical risk identification and mitigation recommendations to government leadershipDevelop and deliver briefings and decision support materials for senior stakeholdersCollaborate with government and contractor teams using tools such as Cameo, Tableau, and Confluence