MILSATCOM Mission Planning/Operations Engineer
Listed on 2026-05-31
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Engineering
Systems Engineer, Aerospace / Aviation / Avionics, Electrical Engineering
The Aerospace Corporation is the trusted partner to the nation’s space programs, solving the hardest problems and providing unmatched technical expertise. As the operator of a federally funded research and development center (FFRDC), we are broadly engaged across all aspects of space— delivering innovative solutions that span satellite, launch, ground, and cyber systems for defense, civil and commercial customers. When you join our team, you’ll be part of a special collection of problem solvers, thought leaders, and innovators.
Join us and take your place in space.
The Enterprise Effects Division (EED) drives integration of Aerospace’s strategic capabilities across the national space enterprise. The division leverages a broad array of engineering disciplines against a dynamic portfolio of programs, customers, and national challenges. EED spans the capability lifecycle from concept and architecture design to performance assessment to application of space and space‑enabled capabilities.
Work Model- 100% Onsite:
This is a full‑time position based in Colorado Springs, CO, which requires 100% onsite work at Schriever Space Force Base.
- Providing systems engineering, integration, and test expertise to support the 53rd Space Operations Squadron (53
SOPS) Wideband Mission Planning Cell (MPC), the sustainment of the Wideband Operational Management System of Systems (WSOMS) including Global Satellite Configuration Control Element (GSCCE), Common Network Planning Software (CNPS), Remote Management and Control Equipment (RMCE), Wideband SATCOM Trend Analysis and Anomaly Resolution System (WSTARS), and other WSOMS subsystems. - Providing system integration to the Wideband MPC, Wideband Control Branch, Wideband SATCOM Operations Centers, Regional SATCOM Support Centers, and Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA) SATCOM and Teleport Operations support during all phases of operations (e.g., day‑to‑day, contingency, non‑routine, and emergency).
- Providing sustainment engineering support to USSF operators and sustainers at the 8th Sustainment Squadron (8
STS) and 53rd Space Operations Squadron (53
SOPS). - Providing expertise for identifying, developing, evaluating, and testing modifications and enhancements to space and ground systems capabilities prior to fielding of new wideband SATCOM enterprise and tactical systems.
- Providing expertise for evaluating, testing, integrating, and fielding new control and management systems or capabilities such as the Beam Optimization and Operational Management (BOOM) systems, Power and Control Management System (PCMS), Enterprise Satellite Communications Management and Control (ESC‑MC), and Joint Management Tool (JMT) that will integrate with the Wideband MILSATCOM portfolio.
- Providing support for the research, development, test, and evaluation of SATCOM system technology refreshment activities and emerging programs.
- Directly interacting with various organizations, including Headquarters Combat Forces Command (CFC), U.S. Space Command (USSPACECOM), DEL 8, 53
SOPS, DISA, National Security Agency (NSA), SSC staff offices, other Combatant Commands, and MILSATCOM management boards and working groups to ensure adequate issue resolution and mission performance. - Collaborating closely with the Aerospace and Government representatives in the MILSATCOM Operations and Sustainment Office in Colorado Springs (Peterson SFB, Schriever SFB) and other Aerospace Engineering and Technology Group (ETG), other Federally Funded Research and Development Centers (FFRDC), University‑Affiliated Research Centers (UARC), other DoD agencies, and SSC staff in El Segundo, CA.
- Communicating effectively with all levels of corporate management through timely reporting of technical issues and recommendations.
- Bachelor’s degree from a recognized institution in engineering, mathematics, technical science, or a relevant field.
- 12 or more years of experience of increasing responsibility in MILSATCOM terminal system development, sustainment, or operations.
- Experience in the control, planning, provisioning, and execution of Wideband Global SATCOM (WGS) MILSATCOM and DoD‑leased commercial…
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