Mission Engineer - Ground Systems

Overview

The Space Dynamics Laboratory (SDL) Strategic & Military Space Division delivers advanced satellite and sensor systems that support the Department of Defense and the Intelligence Community. Our division is a key component of national security, providing technological solutions and expert mission support.

This position is in Colorado Springs, CO and work will be performed on Schriever Space Force Base.

• Provide technical support to enterprise ground systems and cybersecurity activities, including subject matter expertise and implementation support tied to program and/or enterprise architecture.
• Support requirements development, design, integration, testing, and authorization activities associated with ground systems or interfaces.
• Provide expertise and solutions in Dev Sec Ops  implementation, mission data processing, enterprise cloud computing, virtual machines, and network connectivity, including space command and control cross-domain solutions, network security, software development, integration, and test.
• Support ground integration activities by providing technical and engineering expertise for requirements, design, integration, and testing, and coordinate with the broader community to ensure seamless program and system integration.
• Deliver independent assessments, analyses, and technical recommendations to support system compatibility and integration with external space and ground interfaces.
• Define subsystems and their interfaces; allocate responsibilities; understand solution deployment; and communicate interface requirements within the solution context.
• Operate within an economic framework when evaluating the impact of design decisions.

• Must be a U.S. citizen with an active DoD Top Secret security clearance and SCI eligibility.
• 10-15+ years of experience and a BS degree (or equivalent) in engineering or computer science.
• Experience with enterprise ground system solutions and related software, including data management, ICD management, mission coordination, planning and scheduling, command and telemetry, satellite operations, flight dynamics modeling, and front-end processors.
• DoD/ground system domain experience translating mission needs into capabilities.
• End-to-end ground system design experience to meet required data volumes, data latency, and data management needs.
• Experience in requirements development and derivation, including writing ICDs, data management requirements, and test plans.
• MBSE knowledge and willingness to learn and use Cameo to document use cases, requirements, and ground system solutions.
• Strong organizational skills, ability to learn quickly, and demonstrated problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to apply complex system knowledge to practical situations.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both verbal and written, for interactions with a wide range of internal and external customers.
• Willingness and ability to travel occasionally as needed.

• Experience using MBSE tools (e.g., Cameo) to document use cases, requirements, and solutions.
• Experience with Agile methodologies for defining requirements and developing systems.
• Experience working with the Missile Defense Agency.
• Experience with U.S. Space Force or Intelligence Community space and ground systems.
• Experience with Command, Control, Battle Management, and Communications (C2
  
  BMC).
• Knowledge of satellite communication protocols and standards.
• Understanding of cybersecurity best practices related to satellite operations.
• Experience with satellite ground station equipment, including antennas and RF systems.
• Familiarity with cloud computing platforms and their integration with ground systems.

$112,000 - $220,000

This range serves as a general guideline and may vary based on factors such as role, level, location, market conditions, and individual qualifications, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

SDL offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package
. Visit our Benefits Page to learn more about what we offer.

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