TS​/SCI Cleared Sr. Ground Segment Systems Engineer

Zachary Piper Solutions is seeking a TS/SCI Sr. Ground Segment Systems Engineer to join a premier federal contracting company based out of El Segundo, CA. The TS/SCI Sr. Ground Segment Systems Engineer is responsible for leading end‑to‑end systems engineering, integration, and acquisition oversight for Space Force ground segment and cloud‑based mission systems.

• Lead systems engineering for Space Force ground segment programs, including requirements definition, architecture, interface management, verification, and lifecycle analyses.
• Manage acquisition strategies and integration of cloud‑based, Dev Sec Ops ‑driven software systems with multiple mission partners.
• Oversee technical requirements, interface negotiations, software backlogs, and CI/CD‑aligned development priorities to meet mission and system performance goals.
• Apply deep experience in space systems engineering, government acquisition, cybersecurity (Zero Trust), and modern software infrastructure while holding a TS/SCI clearance.

• 10+ years of related experience.
• BS in Engineering or related discipline.
• Experience with special access program engineering support.
• Experience with integration of ground segment systems including cloud‑based infrastructure, PAAs baselines and antennas.
• Experience with Zero Trust cyber practices and implementation.
• Top Secret clearance is required with ability to obtain SCI.

• Pay Rate: $160,000 - $200,000
  * depending on experience and education*
• Benefits: Full benefits:
  Cigna Healthcare, Dental, Vision, 401k, PTO plan

This job opens for applications on 02/23/2026. Applications will be accepted for at least 30 days from the posting date.