Launch Support SME

Space Systems Command (SSC), is the United States Space Force field command responsible for acquiring, developing, and delivering resilient capabilities to outpace emerging threats and protect our Nation’s strategic advantage in, from, and to space.

SSC plays a critical role in advancing the United States’s space capabilities, delivering cutting-edge solutions to protect and enhance national security.

Join us and be part of the mission to shape the future of space and protect the assets that keep our nation secure.

The Launch Support SME possesses deep experience in space system architecture, mission design, and end-to-end systems integration for defense or national security space programs and is highly proficient in requirements development, interface control, space-to-ground integration, and have demonstrated success leading multi-mission or proliferated architectures in contested environments.

Essential Job Function

• Launch Integration Planning: Lead end-to-end planning for payload-to-launch vehicle integration, including interface requirements, timelines, and risk mitigation.
• Mission Assurance & Readiness: Ensure all launch operations meet mission assurance standards, supporting readiness reviews, rehearsals, and certification processes
• Coordination with Launch Providers & SSC: Serve as the technical liaison between SSC, mission teams, and commercial/government launch providers to align launch execution with program objectives.
• Range and Regulatory Compliance: Oversee coordination with range authorities (e.g., Western/Eastern Ranges) and ensure compliance with DoD, FAA, and other regulatory requirements.
• Contingency and Responsive Launch Planning: Support rapid reconstitution and responsive launch strategies in line with Golden Dome’s resilient architecture goals

• MS/MA with over 10 years of experience
• Bachelor’s degree is acceptable if the candidate possesses at least 12 years of experience in this type of position or program.
• Expert in classified weapon system launch planning, processing, and execution
• Highly knowledgeable in the processes and products required to successfully design and test a space system to ensure successful launch vehicle integration
• Highly knowledgeable in the launch vehicle development and design process, schedule, and key agencies
• Active TS/SCI Clearance

STI-TEC offers a competitive benefits package including:

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Life insurance
• Short term/long term disability coverage
• Retirement savings - 401(k)
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Holiday leave
• Alternate work schedules (depending on work site)
• Flexible spending account options

Whether you’re an experienced professional, a veteran, a former military or civilian federal employee, or a recent graduate, STI-TEC has a career opportunity for you. Applicants selected may be subject to a U.S. Government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. STI-TEC is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. Employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, gender identity and sexual orientation. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at or you may call us at 1+918.583.9900.

*This job posting is to identify potential candidates for positions in order to respond to a request for proposal. This job posting, including but not limited to, qualifications, duties, compensation and benefits, is subject to change based on the terms and conditions of the awarded contract and is contingent on STI-TEC being awarded the contract.