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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Senior Engineer - Space Vehicle System Test (AI&T) - $15K Sign O - **Company:** BAE Systems - **Location:** Boulder, CO, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $97,008.0 - $164,914.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Testing (Software), Unit Testing, Radio-Frequency Identification, System Testing, Systems Integration, Test Case, Test Scripts - **Published:** October 15, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.clearancejobs.com/jobs/9095234/senior-engineer-space-vehicle-system-test-ait-15k-sign-o ## About the Role * BS/BA in related field plus 4 or more years related experience. * Each higher-level degree, i.e., Master's Degree or Ph.D., may substitute for two years of experience. Related technical experience may be considered in lieu of education. Degree must be from a university, college, or school which is accredited by an agency recognized by the US Secretary of Education, US Department of Education. * A current, active Top Secret security clearance is required with the ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret/SCI. * Experience testing and troubleshooting spacecraft, space vehicles, and their related components and systems. * Experience with spacecraft command and control systems, simulators, software test benches and other electrical ground support equipment. * Excellent communication skills is a must. * Attention to detail while appreciating the bigger picture of the complex and ambitious projects that we take on at BAE Systems SMS. * Candidate should be proficient in MS Office tools and have computer skills. #LI-AP1 Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills * A current, active Top Secret/SCI security clearance is preferred. * Spacecraft RF Testing Experience: Proven experience in performing end-to-end validation of RF systems for spacecraft, including hands-on testing and validation. * Optical Communication Testing: Hands-on experience with optical communication testing, including setup and execution of tests. * Experience with Space Vehicle Environmental Testing, specifically EMI/EMC and RF. * Develops baseline recommendations for trending each spacecraft subsystem and establishes test case pass/fail criteria, working closely with Requirements Engineers (REs) to finalize and refine these standards. * Demonstrates a willingness to experiment with methodologies using non-perfect tools (e.g., simulators), proactively seeks feedback from REs, and drives the process to a conclusive outcome. ## Description We're seeking an action-oriented engineer with intellectual curiosity who is excited to put their potential to use testing space flight hardware. The position is part of a spacecraft/space vehicle test team, where you will work as a test engineer, with a focus on testing of flight hardware., As a Senior Engineer at BAE Systems Space and Mission Systems (SMS), you will work closely with, and be mentored by, experts in the field. You may have the opportunity to: * Support or Lead a significant test activity on a large bus and space vehicle program. * Support or Lead a subsystem on a small to mid-size effort. * Take responsibility as a lead during spacecraft acceptance testing. The Engineering, Science and Analysis (ESA) Strategic Capabilities Unit comprises the technical talent and organizational leadership that enables the successful delivery of high-impact discriminating technologies for our customers' missions. Our collaborative, cross-functional teams are committed to innovation, integrity, continual learning, and strong execution. What You'll Do: * Work in a fast-paced team environment to assist in the integration and testing of spacecraft hardware. * Work in cleanroom and lab environments to verify that the hardware meets requirements and to characterize and calibrate its performance. * Support the program's integration and test approach, and generate AI&T flows from component testing through launch operations. * Identify and support the ground support equipment (GSE) required for assembly, integration, testing, and launch operations. * Identify the required facilities and equipment for AI&T. * Identify, document, and communicate the assumptions, limitations, and risks associated with AI&T. * Establish effective working relationships with a group of external customers and partners. * Leverage and grow a detailed understanding of spacecraft systems, subsystems, space vehicles, and launch operations. * Maintain accurate test logs and generate comprehensive test reports. * Write, review, update, and execute test procedures and test scripts. * Utilize test and measurement equipment to test and troubleshoot spaceflight hardware. * Present to peers, management, and external customers and partners as needed. * Collaborate with system and subsystem engineers, proposal leads, new business personnel, support groups, and other program personnel. * Note: AI&T is also known as systems integration and test (SI&T), assembly, test and launch operations (ATLO), missions systems integration and test (MSIT), and other names throughout the industry. * Maintain a regular and predictable work schedule. * Establish and maintain effective working relationships within the department, the Strategic Business Units, Strategic Capabilities Units and the Company. Interact appropriately with others in order to maintain a positive and productive work environment. * Perform other duties as necessary.