At BAE Systems, Space and Mission Systems (SMS) Space Vehicle Systems Engineers work to ensure the technical success of the Satellite – verifying not only that the components function on their own, but also when integrated together. Systems Engineers are involved in every stage of the product lifecycle, from the conception of tomorrow’s cutting-edge technologies to proposal writing, detailed design, assembly and test, and finally launch and operations. Throughout this lifecycle, Systems Engineers develop, track, and verify requirements at all levels to ensure the final system meets customer needs. The Space Vehicle Systems Engineering department is looking for Temporary Engineering Assistants who can accomplish technical assignments and have the communication skills to interact with technical experts. The Engineering, Science and Analysis (ESA) Strategic Capabilities Unit comprises the technical talent and organizational leadership that enables the successful delivery of high-impact discriminating technologies for our customers’ missions. Our collaborative, cross-functional teams are committed to innovation, integrity, continual learning and strong execution. What You’ll Do: • Space Vehicle Systems Engineering includes a variety of roles, each of which is responsible for different tasks. Engineering Assistants will be assigned to specific roles based on a combination of their interests and skills. Some tasks include: • Requirements definition and management. • Mission, spacecraft, or instrument performance modeling and simulation. • Risk assessment and analysis. • Performing trades for choosing the right options.  • System interface definition and analysis.  • Update system analyses and specifications. • Develop system and component models using Digital Engineering methodology and tools (Cameo). • Assist with test setup, performance, and test data reduction.  • Trend analysis of performance data.  • Assist in hands-on development and testing of support equipment and/or flight hardware. • Assist in design methodology. • Assist with subsystem coordination. • Prepare presentations to peers, management, and customers. • Maintain a regular and predictable work schedule. • Establish and maintain effective working relationships within the department, the Strategic Business Units, Strategic Capabilities Units and the Company. Interact appropriately with others in order to maintain a positive and productive work environment. • Perform other duties as necessary. On-Site Work Environment: This position requires regular in-person engagement by working on-site five days each normally scheduled week in the primary work location. Travel and local commute between company campuses and other possible non-company locations may be required. Working Conditions: • Work is performed in an office, laboratory, production floor, or cleanroom, outdoors or remote research environment. • May occasionally work in production work centers where use of protective equipment and gear is required. • May access other facilities in various weather conditions.