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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Engineer Senior - Systems - $10K Sign-On Bonus - **Company:** BAE Systems - **Location:** Boulder, CO, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $97,008.0 - $164,914.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Testing (Software), JIRA, Data Validation, Linux, Network Interface, Systems Integration, Build Management - **Published:** July 14, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.clearancejobs.com/jobs/9029375/engineer-senior-systems-10k-sign-on-bonus ## About the Role * BS degree or higher in Engineering or a related technical field is required plus 4 or more years related experience. * Each higher-level degree, i.e., Master's Degree or Ph.D., may substitute for two years of experience. Related technical experience may be considered in lieu of education. Degree must be from a university, college, or school which is accredited by an agency recognized by the US Secretary of Education, US Department of Education. * A current, active Top Secret security clearance is required with ability to obtain and maintain TS/SCI. * Experience developing mission level ICDs. * Proven technical leadership experience and familiarity with mission systems integration. * Experience in MBSE, Linux OS, JIRA, and large program test management. * Background in EVM or CAM. * Experience in either mission system, spacecraft systems, ground systems and payload systems., * Proven success as a technical team lead * Experience with mission operations. * Solid interpersonal skills, ability to effectively lead group discussions, ability to set priorities and delegate as required to meet all objectives. ## Description The Engineering, Science and Analysis (ESA) Strategic Capabilities Unit comprises the technical talent and organizational leadership that enables the successful delivery of high-impact discriminating technologies for our customers' missions. Our collaborative, cross-functional teams are committed to innovation, integrity, continual learning and strong execution. What You'll Do: * Lead development of mission external interface documentation. * Maintain MBSE model depicting mission level interfaces. * Develop and implement the Mission-level Test Plan and Test Procedures. * Ensure all simulator, Ground Support Equipment (GSE)/Special Test Equipment (STE), network interfaces and other resources are identified and in place to support mission level testing. * Lead mission-level test activities. These tests include but not limited to early data exchanges, risk-reduction activities, end-to-end data verification, space to ground compatibility, factory compatibility, and multi-segment testing. * Provide support for operations and launch rehearsal development and execution. * Provide planning and execution of continuous Mission System Integration and Test activities post-launch due to issue resolution, space vehicle software updates, ground system updates, and operations updates. * Support Discrepancy Report Review Board (DRRB) and Content Review Board (CRB), interface with the customer, help manage flight software and command and control element (CCE) releases as well as mission operations and factory products, coordinate DR and build management across all levels of the organization. * Develop, release, and maintain the space to ground ICD and all ICDs with external interfaces. * Provide support to development of the mission CONOPS and functional baseline. * Define simulator requirements and use-cases to support Collection Segment and Mission Integration & Test activities. * Work closely with the verification lead to develop the mission level verification plan. * Maintain a regular and predictable work schedule. * Establish and maintain effective working relationships within the department, the Strategic Business Units, Strategic Capabilities Units and the Company. 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