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Leads complex missile defense programs from concept through deployment, managing cost, schedule, technical baselines, risks, customer relationships, cross-functional teams, proposals, program reviews, and subcontractors. Oversees program support functions and ensures contractual commitments, customer objectives, and national security mission outcomes are achieved. The role requires extensive aerospace or weapons-system lifecycle experience, large-scale contract management, customer engagement, and active security clearance.

Provide support for the Siemens Teamcenter PLM platform, assist users, manage BOM, support change workflows, and ensure data accuracy.

As a Senior PLM Administrator, you'll manage and improve the Siemens Teamcenter PLM system, support complex processes, and mentor junior staff.

Lead seeker sensor technical development and integration across optics, detectors, electronics, firmware, and software. Own requirements, radiometric budgeting, calibration, synthetic image generation, image processing, testing, documentation, and stakeholder presentations from concept through on-orbit operations.

Design and implement algorithms for image processing and object tracking for spacecraft, integrating with flight software and conducting simulations.

Design and develop RPO estimation and optimization algorithms, conduct trade studies, and support integration with the Space Operations team.

Manage day-to-day indirect procurement: execute procure-to-pay, issue RFQs and POs, manage vendors, track orders, resolve disputes, maintain records, support contract administration, and ensure compliance with applicable export/regulatory requirements.

Lead development and execution of a scalable global supply chain strategy. Manage supplier relationships, negotiate contracts, conduct make-vs-buy and capacity planning, ensure compliance with aerospace regulations (ITAR, DFARS, AS9100, FAR), monitor performance, and collaborate with engineering, production, legal, and finance to align supply activities with program timelines and budgets.

Execute manual and automated full-stack software tests, document defects in Jira, participate in Agile ceremonies, collaborate with developers and product teams, and maintain manual and automated Playwright test scripts. The role contributes to QA standards and testing processes while developing automation skills. This is a three-month temporary engagement with potential conversion to regular employment.

Leads mechanical design and integration of infrared telescope and sensor payloads for spacecraft. Responsibilities include athermalized optomechanical design, cooling solutions, structural and thermal analysis, optical alignment, metrology, vibration isolation, CAD documentation, supplier coordination, and design reviews. Establishes optomechanical standards and drives technical outcomes across payload programs from concept through qualification and production.