Launch Site Facilities and Infrastructure Systems Engineer

MANTECH seeks a motivated and mission-focused Launch Site Facilities and Infrastructure Systems Engineer to join our team in Lompoc, CA. In this role, you will play a key part in ensuring readiness and reliability of launch site infrastructure in support of critical U.S. Space Force missions. This role supports Space Launch Delta 30 (SLD 30) activities across various mission support systems, integrating engineering analysis with hands-on facility systems integration and planning.

Responsibilities

• You will contribute technical leadership and operational integration to help ensure the mission readiness of launch and support facilities:
• Provide facility systems engineering including risk assessment, project status monitoring, and operational maintenance for launch sites such as Space Launch Complex 8 (SLC-8), Test Pad 1 (TP-01), and Payload Processing Buildings 1800/1806
• Perform integration for mission events and SLD 30 activities; plan for extended support during launch delays and recycling opportunities
• Evaluate facility architecture, manage configuration baselines for systems including communications, video, data transmission, power, HVAC, water/sewage, and emergency management
• Conduct engineering analyses and design reviews to fulfill user requirements using existing and enhanced capabilities
• Identify requirement gaps and conduct capability assessments, concepts of operations (CONOPS), and risk evaluations to ensure site readiness. Analyze and recommend technical implementation strategies for facility user-requested changes and system upgrades.
• Oversee launch facility project management including testing, inspections, document reviews, systems updates, and equipment lifecycle tracking
• Deliver and maintain integrated project schedules with recommendations to de-conflict operational impacts across launch and support sites

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, or a related STEM field
• 9+ years of experience in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering
• 2 years of experience supporting National Security Space Launch (NSSL), launch/range operations, or relevant DoD missions
• Working knowledge of launch complex infrastructure and architectural systems
• Familiarity with tools such as architectural design software, databases, Jira/Confluence, and Microsoft Excel

Preferred Qualifications

• Systems engineering experience in mission-critical facility operations
• Experience with configuration management, risk mitigation, and launch operations documentation
• Knowledge of Space Launch Delta 30 (SLD 30) operations and coordination processes

Clearance Requirements

• Active or the ability to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI clearance.

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time.
• Occasionally moves about inside the office to access file cabinets, office machinery, etc.
• Constantly operates a computer and other standard office equipment.
• Frequently communicates with team members, management, and customers. Must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations.

Travel Requirements

• Occasional travel may be required in support of launch operations or facility assessments.