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KPMO Space Systems Engineer

Springfield, VA 22015

Posted: 09/10/2025 Industry: Government Job Number: 53392

Job Description

Kavaliro is seeking a KPMO Space Systems Engineer to support a client in Virginia. 

Job Description:
Kavaliro is seeking a KPMO Space Systems Engineer to provide advanced engineering support across all phases of the system lifecycle to ensure the delivery of timely and accurate GEOINT. This role applies a multi-disciplinary approach to the development, integration, and sustainment of space-based capabilities within Controlled Access Programs (CAPs) and Special Access Programs (SAPs) across the NSG and DoD/IC.
Responsibilities:
  • Support requirements engineering, solutions development, systems reliability and resiliency, deployment, R&D, integration, T&E, and maintainability analysis.
  • Apply secure architecture expertise within highly classified environments.
  • Perform space-related analysis including SOSI, BMC3, and orbital analysis.
  • Support activities across space-to-ground, threat assessments, physics models (e.g., space weather, damage analysis), and space object measurement.
  • Collaborate with mission partners including NRO, SAO, and AF SPO. Apply MBSE processes, tools, and languages.
Required Qualifications:
  • Master’s in Engineering and 18+ years of experience, or PhD in Engineering and 10+ years.
  • Demonstrated experience with IPS or SSA applications.
  • Experience with space enterprise information needs and multi-classification level data.
  • Deep knowledge of secure architectures and multi-level data processing.
  • Experience with NRO/SAO or AF SPO environments. TS/SCI clearance adjudication and ability to pass CI Poly.
  • Additional Requirements: Must sign additional NDAs and provide proof of Organizational Conflict of Interest (OCI) status.
Location:
  • Springfield, VA
  • This position is onsite and there is no remote availability
Clearance Requirements:
  • Candidates must have an active TS/SCI and a CI Polygraph
  • Applicant MUST hold a permanent U.S. citizenship for this position in accordance with government contract requirements. 
Kavaliro provides Equal Employment Opportunities to all employees and applicants. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. Kavaliro is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. In keeping with our commitment, Kavaliro will take the steps to assure that people with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. Accordingly, if reasonable accommodation is required to fully participate in the job application or interview process, to perform the essential functions of the position, and/or to receive all other benefits and privileges of employment, please respond to this posting to connect with a company representative. 
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