Launch Vehicle Mission Assurance Project Engineer

Job title: Launch Vehicle Mission Assurance Project Engineer in El Segundo, CA at ManTech

Company: ManTech

Job description: Shape the future of defense with ManTech! Join a team dedicated to safeguarding our nation through advanced tech and innovative solutions. Since 1968, we've been a trusted partner to the Department of Defense, delivering cutting-edge projects that make a real impact. Dive into exciting opportunities in Cybersecurity, IT, Data Analytics and more. Propel your career forward and be part of something extraordinary. Your journey starts now-protect and innovate with ManTech!ManTech seeks a highly talented Launch Vehicle Mission Assurance Project Engineer with skills and background related to launch vehicle avionics design and test, avionics hardware manufacturing, quality assurance, and launch operations to help the Space Force redefine the future of Assured Access to Space (AATS), supporting the existing AATS United Launch Alliance (ULA) fleet and bringing the ULA Vulcan rocket into the Space Force AATS portfolio. This position is in El Segundo, CA. This position supports United States Space Force (USSF) Space Systems Center (SSC) launch services for AATS missions.Responsibilities include but are not limited to:Provide LV systems engineering expertise at our El Segundo. Frequent travel to CONUS required to ULA Decatur Manufacturing Facilities (Decatur, AL), VSFB (Lompoc, CA) and CCSFS (Florida), and other sites to support launch meetings and operations.Areas of expertise: Launch Vehicles (LVs), LV Avionics hardware design and test, Electro-mechanical hardware, launch operations, or LV and launch systems software.Coordinate with multi-disciplinary technical team to plan, participate in, and lead Engineering Review Boards, provide risk assessments and technical recommendations direct to the Space Force customer.Prepare status and readiness review packages including risk recommendations and mitigations. Produce integrated technical assessments on design, test, manufacturing, and operations.Perform systems engineering functions such as requirements definition, design review, test review, pedigree, hardware acceptance, verification, operations, and post-flight analyses.Prepare Customer team for, and directly support, rehearsals and launch operations, including the anomaly resolution process. Perform technical and engineering data management, such as data mining and reporting. Collaborate with Aerospace Corporation, Launch Vehicle Contractors (LVCs), Launch Sites, production factories.Serve as authority in your technical specialization, support USSF customers in the preparation for and execution of Chief Engineer briefings, Weekly Status Reviews, and other SSC processes.Minimum Qualifications:Bachelor's Degree or higher in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering or STEM field.10+ years systems engineering, technical program management, or other related experience.3+ years of AATS, Launch/Range, DoD, NASA or industry equivalent launch or space systems project engineering experience.Knowledge/experience with LV systems (solid rockets motors, liquid propellant rocket engines and systems, ordnance, hydraulics, in-flight avionics, LV ground support equipment, LV structures, composite materials, etc.)Experience with LV design, processing, integration, testing, launch and anomaly resolution.Preferred Qualifications:Knowledge of Atlas, Delta and/or Vulcan system design, manufacture, test, and operations preferred.Experience with USSF, NRO, NASA, and LV Contractors and subcontractors preferred.Independence, initiative, dedicated, collaborative, proactive problem solving and customer supportSound judgment, decision-making, and collaboration with multiple agencies and personnel.Experience with agile software products, such as Jira/Confluence, highly desiredCompetency in MS Office, Information Technology systems, and SharePoint-type databasesClearance Requirement:US Citizenship with the ability to obtain a Secret clearancePhysical Requirements:Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50%.Needs to occasionally move about inside the office to access file cabinets, office machinery, etc.Constantly operates a computer and other office productivity machinery, such as a calculator, machine and computer printer.Frequently communicates with co-workers, management and customers, which may involve delivering presentations. Must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations.The projected compensation range for this position is $114,100.00-$191,100.00. There are differentiating factors that can impact a final salary/hourly rate, including, but not limited to, Contract Wage Determination, relevant work experience, skills and competencies that align to the specified role, geographic location (For Remote Opportunities), education and certifications as well as Federal Government Contract Labor categories. In addition, ManTech invests in it's employees beyond just compensation. ManTech's benefits offerings include, dependent upon position, Health Insurance, Life Insurance, Paid Time Off, Holiday Pay, Short Term and Long Term Disability, Retirement and Savings, Learning and Development opportunities, wellness programs as well as other optional benefit elections.ManTech International Corporation considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to disability or veteran status or any other status protected under any federal, state, or local law or regulation.If you need a reasonable accommodation to apply for a position with ManTech, please email us at

Expected salary: $114100 - 191100 per year

Location: El Segundo, CA

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