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# Senior Systems Space Expert

- **Company:** BTAS Inc.
- **Location:** El Segundo, CA, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $148,000.0 - $275,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Adobe InDesign, Integrated Development Environments, Automation of Marketing
- **Published:** May 19, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=1ba1aba98fac35ba

## About the Role

* Expert in design and development of entire space systems, with a specific focus on spacecraft bus and payloads
 * Expert in multiple space operations and space control-related fields, including but not limited to orbitology, navigation, sensor employment, communications, optimization, and command and control
 * At least 10 years' experience in this type of position or program is required. MA/MS degree required; however, a BA/BS degree is acceptable if the candidate possesses at least 12 years of experience in this type of position or program. The Materiel Leader may also waive the MA/MS requirement., Must be able to operate a computer and other standard office equipment. Must be able to remain in a stationary position, 80%.

## Description

* Support Space Acquisitions and Engineering: Provide technical advice and assistance for projects at any acquisition life cycle stage, including advanced technology, concept development, and integration.
 * Advise on Cost, Schedule, and Performance: Assist the government with acquisition efforts, ensuring efficiency in program execution.
 * Develop and Revise Acquisition Documentation: Draft and update Joint Capabilities Integrated Development System (JCIDS) and acquisition documents, including strategies, requirements, evaluations, and reports, using the latest government standards (e.g., MIL-STD).
 * Provide Technical and Programmatic Reports: Prepare status reports on individual programs or the entire portfolio in coordination with government program managers.
 * Identify and Mitigate Risks: Recommend and implement acquisition process improvements, risk mitigation plans, and programmatic changes as needed. Support the government's risk management program.
 * Monitor Program Execution: Track schedules, assess acquisition implementation, identify requirement shortfalls, and update acquisition reports based on program baselines.
 * Support Technical Engagements: Advise on and participate in technical meetings, design reviews, conferences, working groups, and other engagements. Assist with contractor and customer interface coordination.
 * Mission Protection and Compliance: Provide insight and solutions for mission protection, operational challenges, and technical anomalies. Develop impact analyses, compliance audits, and readiness reviews.
 * Command and Control (C2) Integration: Support ongoing and advanced Command and Control (C2) efforts, ensuring integration with classified portfolios and liaising with Space C2 and Enterprise Ground Services (EGS) program offices.


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