Ground Systems Engineer

Space Systems Integration (SSI) is a fast-growing engineering company that provides aerospace solutions to a variety of government and commercial customers.  Our employees are forward-thinking, self-directed individuals who are committed to solving our customers’ technical challenges.

SSI is searching for a Ground Systems Engineer located in Albuquerque, NM.

This candidate will have satellite operations experience to support the development and acquisition of a first-of-kind space ground segment, space vehicles, and space operations mission software. The ideal candidate has an in-depth background in ground and flight software entry points, command, control, communication systems, and space operations.  

A successful candidate should be a leader and problem solver with a proven ability to deliver superior results as part of a high-performing team in a high-profile, fast-paced environment.  The candidate will apply advanced principles, theories, and concepts for highly classified systems, while also effectively communicating complex results with management and executive leadership.

Role and Responsibilities include:

·       Serves as program advisory lead for extremely time-critical technical projects, test projects, or tasks requiring appropriate level technical and project management expertise.

·       Coordinates and facilitates with internal and external stakeholders to identify and verify program needs and develop solutions and timelines to meet project goals.

·       Assists with acquisition planning, market research, and drafting technical requirements and documents.

·       Helps the government assess the technical sufficiency, cost, quality, and timely delivery of program deliverables.

·       Confers with engineers to provide technical advice and to assist with problem resolution as needed.

·       Supports management and execution of programs consisting of multiple projects--ensures the overall program is properly coordinated and efficiently accomplished with the best available resources.

·       Drafts, reviews, and edits final program reports, documents, and briefings.

·       Supports acquisition planning and development of documents required for systems acquisition.

·       Coordinates with external agencies to include operational units, higher headquarters, Combatant Command (COCOM) staff, other acquisition activities, and research and development functions. This will include producing, tracking, and coordinating all agreements and documentation necessary for systems to transition seamlessly into a framework for organizing, training, and equipping the United States Space Force.

·       Supports and advises acquisition and program management functions, advises government management on design challenges, delivery, and integration, and supports system program reviews.

·       Works on high-visibility or mission-critical aspects of a given program and performs all functional duties independently.

·       Translate complex ideas and data into simple, actionable recommendations or easily differentiated courses of action.

·       Communicate clearly, concisely, and with technical accuracy—oral and written.

• An applicable engineering degree from a program accredited by the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET) or possessing a Professional Engineering license.
• Relevant MA/MS/ME degree.
• Minimum ten (10) years of DoD/IC, or relevant industry work experience.
• Proven experience and/or qualifications in the development and fielding of satellite systems.
• Expert knowledge in development and fielding of satellite ground control systems to include mission-unique software.
• Understanding of the space operational environment and corresponding mission user needs.
• Experience in DoD program management including program development, integration, and transition.
• Experience with developing Statements of Work, Performance Work Statements, and Integrated Master Schedules.
• Active TOP SECRET clearance with sensitive compartmentalized information (SCI) and special access program (SAP) eligibility.
• No less than two (2) years total SAP and/or SCI environment experience and 1-year total within the last 5 years.
• Candidate must maintain a TS/SCI clearance as a condition of employment and willingness to submit to a Counter-Intelligence polygraph.
• This position is full-time, on-site at Kirtland AFB, NM, and will require to travel up to 25% of the time within the continental United States

• Fifteen (15) years of relevant DoD and/or Industry work experience.
• Experience in Agile Software Development, Security, and Operations (DevSecOps) principles.
• Experience in system engineering, development, testing, and manufacturing requirements.
• Understanding of the development, deployment, and maintenance of satellite ground control systems architecture and software.
• System Engineering Technical Assistance (SETA) experience in a Government program office.
• Possess an applicable certification in systems engineering (CSEP/ESEP, etc.)

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