Space Systems Cover Letter

I submit this application to express my sincere interest in the space systems position.

Previously, I was responsible for direction in regard to design for quality, cost efficiency, performance, usability and manufacturability based on Novanta engineering processes and industry standards.

Please consider my qualifications and experience:

• Technical leadership and engineering management in aerospace disciplines
• Knowledge of Intelligence Community collection phenomenology
• Chief Engineer Credential
• Experience with developing ACAT I or equivalent space systems, including establishing and executing a comprehensive, DoD- compliant program systems engineering process, developing and integrating Space Segments and Ground Segments into USAF infrastructure, and developing and implementing Interface Control documentation for space systems
• Familiarity with BMDS Post Intercept Assessment (PIA), BMDS Ground and Flight Testing, space-based sensor phenomenology, C2BMC
• Possess an active DoD secret clearance
• MS in an engineering
• Familiarity with BMDS Post Intercept Assessment (PIA), BMDS Ground and Flight Testing, space-based sensor phenomenology, and C2BMC

I am excited to be applying for the position of space systems. Please accept this letter and the attached resume as my interest in this position.

In my previous role, I was responsible for technical support to Engineering and Maintenance Departments in the design, selection and installation of new equipment.

I reviewed the requirements of the job opening and I believe my candidacy is an excellent fit for this position. Some of the key requirements that I have extensive experience with include:

• Engineering, or other related technical curriculum
• Experience in leading/managing tasks, projects, and/or people
• Be proficient with thermal system modeling in Thermal Desktop
• SME would provide independent assessments and evaluations to NGA
• Extensive knowledge and demonstrated understanding of nano-satellite technology
• Experience developing and evaluating magnetic signatures of satellites
• Experience in conducting technology studies within the USG
• Experience in missions such as CHAMP and Swarm are highly desirable

I submit this application to express my sincere interest in the space systems position.

In my previous role, I was responsible for stages model integration support for the Cross Program Design Model log and the Design Model Delivery Standard, including coordination of Prime Contractor model delivery schedule.

Please consider my qualifications and experience:

• Possess current DoD TS/SCI clearance
• Able to prepare and present evaluation and assessment of test results to support senior DoD acquisition decision makers
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, excellent verbal and written communication skills, and able to work in a team environment
• Experience with Service and OSD-level operating practices, program office relationships and T&E execution organizations
• Be majoring in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Systems Engineering, Software Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Mathematics, or Physics
• Experience in working on business or engineering full life-cycle projects in the space domain from project inception through launch
• Be familiar with thermal test set up support
• Be proficient with Excel, PowerPoint, and Word

I am excited to be applying for the position of space systems. Please accept this letter and the attached resume as my interest in this position.

In the previous role, I was responsible for functional and program support leadership to the Electronics Design Engineering team through all project phases including Concept Development, Requirements Generation and Analysis, Preliminary Design, Critical Design, Production Readiness, Test Readiness, Design Qualification, Requirements Verification, Production, Formal Acceptance, Delivery, Installation and Product Support.

Please consider my qualifications and experience:

• Knowledge of both common satellite development processes and new technologies and how they might be leveraged in future constellations
• Knowledge and understanding of relevant legal and regulatory requirements, such International Traffic in Arms (ITAR) regulations, FCC licensing process, and NSA licensing process
• Innovative thinking and leadership
• Experience in leading a small, high performance technical team
• Experience with contract and vendor negotiations and management
• Current SSBI desirable
• Knowledge of Air Force Space Surveillance Network (SSN) sensors, tasking, and CONOPS
• Self-starter capable of working with minimal direct supervision

I submit this application to express my sincere interest in the space systems position.

Previously, I was responsible for overall design, coding and testing principles and standards to guide development of all components using DataStage.

I reviewed the requirements of the job opening and I believe my candidacy is an excellent fit for this position. Some of the key requirements that I have extensive experience with include:

• Specialized course studies or experience in Government Procurement, FAR/DFARS, and Manufacturing methods
• Professional certification in the Manufacturing Engineering Society (MES)
• Active TS/SCI clearance is strongly preferred
• Evaluating potential rideshare payloads on our upcoming launches
• Defining interfaces between elements in our satellites and launch systems
• Developing smallsat system concepts
• Supporting subsystem engineering and test definition efforts including the independent review of performance budgets
• Current undergraduate or graduate student (or recent graduate) in an engineering course of study such aerospace, mechanical, or electrical