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Mission Integration Engineer

Parsons logoParsons$112,200–$196,400/yrCA, TorranceFull timePosted 1w ago
  • TS/SCI clearance
  • Secret clearance

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About the job

In a world of possibilities, pursue one with endless opportunities. Imagine Next! At Parsons, you can imagine a career where you thrive, work with exceptional people, and be yourself. Guided by our leadership vision of valuing people, embracing agility, and fostering growth, we cultivate an innovative culture that empowers you to achieve your full potential.

Unleash your talent and redefine what’s possible. ## Job Description Parsons is looking for a talented Mission Integration Engineer to join our growing space launch services team!

You’ll be joining a program dedicated to providing rideshare opportunities to spacecraft and satellites onboard NSSL launch vehicles (ULA and SpaceX). ## What You’ll Be Doing - Leading integration activities for launch and/or spacecraft systems. - Serving as main point of contact with customers and stakeholder groups. - Coordinating technical project management tasks and interfacing between engineering, operations, and project teams. - Supporting system-level testing, troubleshooting, and mission execution. - Managing technical requirements and ensuring alignment between customer needs and operational timelines. - Engaging in hands-on operations and supporting technician-level activities as needed. ## What Required Skills You'll Bring - Active Secret security clearance - Bachelor’s degree, with additional years of experience able to count in lieu of a degree - 8+ years of experience, with additional education, training, and certifications able to count towards total years of experience - Technical project management experience. - Strong communication, coordination, and organizational skills. - Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, technical environment. ## What Desired Skills You Might Bring - Active TS/SCI clearance - Experience supporting technical product lines or integration activities. - Familiarity with launch and spacecraft integration processes. - Ability to manage multiple programs simultaneously. ## Security Clearance Requirement An active Secret security clearance is required for this position.​ This position is part of our Federal Solutions team.

The Federal Solutions segment delivers resources to our US government customers that ensure the success of missions around the globe. Our intelligent employees drive the state of the art as they provide services and solutions in the areas of defense, security, intelligence, infrastructure, and environmental.

We promote a culture of excellence and close-knit teams that take pride in delivering, protecting, and sustaining our nation's most critical assets, from Earth to cyberspace. Throughout the company, our people are anticipating what’s next to deliver the solutions our customers need now.

Salary Range: $112,200.00 - $196,400.00 We value our employees and want our employees to take care of their overall wellbeing, which is why we offer best-in-class benefits such as medical, dental, vision, paid time off, Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), 401(k), life insurance, flexible work schedules, and holidays to fit your busy lifestyle!

Parsons is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other protected status. We truly invest and care about our employee’s wellbeing and provide endless growth opportunities as the sky is the limit, so aim for the stars!

Imagine next and join the Parsons quest - APPLY TODAY! Parsons is aware of fraudulent recruitment practices. To learn more about recruitment fraud and how to report it, please refer to https://www.parsons.com/fraudulent-recruitment/ .

From Parsons's job posting, checked 7 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.

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Parsons's space work: space situational awareness, spacecraft operations, navigation and timing, and launch operations for the Space Force and other national security space programs.

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