Transition to Operations Engineer

Are you looking for an opportunity to combine deep technical expertise with big‑picture operational thinking to make a direct impact on national security space missions? Do you understand how space systems are developed, tested, and ultimately accepted by operators, and how to bridge the gap between acquisition and sustained operations? If so, join the Space Sensing Systems Engineering and Integration (SE&I) team and help deliver mission‑critical space capabilities to the warfighter.

As a Transition to Operations (TTO) engineer, you will guide the program through the critical shift from development, integration, and test into operational acceptance and long‑term sustainment. You will work across government, FFRDC, and contractor teams to ensure space and ground systems are operationally ready, supportable, and aligned with user needs. Your leadership will help shape operational concepts, readiness criteria, and transition plans for a highest‑priority military space program.

Your client will rely on you to plan and execute TTO strategies, develop and manage transition artifacts, and coordinate with system testers, operators, and sustainers to ensure a smooth and disciplined handoff to operations. You will participate in and lead transition planning working groups, operational readiness reviews, and sustainment planning activities. You will also engage directly with warfighters to ensure the system meets real‑world mission needs and can be effectively used by operators.

• 6+ years of experience supporting large‑scale national security space missions in systems engineering and integration
• 5+ years of experience leading or supporting Transition to Operations (TTO) efforts for DoD space or ground software programs
• Experience with space operations or ground segment operations, including test, checkout, and operational acceptance
• Experience with DoD acquisition programs, stakeholder engagement, and program or project management
• Knowledge of systems engineering management and processes, including life‑cycle integration, requirements development, verification and validation, test, and integration
• Ability to communicate clearly and build collaborative relationships with government clients, FFRDCs, and contractor teammates
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced environment, demonstrate initiative, and contribute to the national security mission
• Bachelor's degree in a STEM field

• Knowledge of SPF 13‑604
• TS/SCI clearance
• Master's degree in a STEM field

Travel may be required to sites located across the United States.

$96,352 - $206,189

QUALITY: Green Dart is committed to quality throughout all our efforts, as defined in our Quality Policy and implemented in our Quality Management System.

• Mid‑Senior level

• Full‑time

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