Satellite Lead Mission Systems Engineer (SETA)

Position Title: Satellite Lead Mission Systems Engineer Location: Chantilly, VA Clearance: Active TS/SCI required U.S. Citizenship required Position Overview OMNI is seeking a Satellite Lead Mission Engineer to provide Systems Engineering and Technical Assistance (SETA) support for a high-priority national security space program. The selected candidate will serve as the Government Program Office’s mission engineering lead, responsible for coordinating mission-level technical activities across Government, contractor, and SETA organizations throughout spacecraft assembly, integration, testing, launch preparation, and mission readiness activities. This position requires a seasoned systems engineer capable of leading cross-functional technical teams, integrating information from multiple engineering disciplines, and advising Government leadership on mission performance, technical risks, schedule impacts, and program execution. Key Responsibilities Serve as the Government Program Office’s technical focal point for mission-level development, integration, test, and launch preparation activities. Lead and coordinate a multidisciplinary team of systems engineers and subject matter experts supporting mission execution throughout the system lifecycle. Advise Government and SETA Program Managers on mission performance, technical risks, program schedules, integration progress, and mission readiness. Coordinate with contractor engineering teams, factory representatives, and integration personnel to monitor development progress, assess technical issues, and recommend corrective actions. Analyze spacecraft integration activities, test results, verification evidence, and mission readiness data to support Government decision-making. • Facilitate technical interchange meetings, engineering reviews, readiness reviews, and cross-functional working groups. Identify, assess, and communicate technical, integration, verification, and schedule risks that may impact mission objectives or laun