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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Specialist, Systems Engineer - **Company:** Fisica, Inc - **Location:** Simi Valley, CA, United States - **Salary:** $90,500.0 - $168,500.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Amazon Web Services, Systems Engineering, Cloud Computing, Modems, Network Interface Controllers, MATLAB, Radio-Frequency Identification, Satcom, Signal Processing, Software Requirements Analysis, Data Streaming, Systems Modeling Language - **Published:** August 4, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=11ba50d498c5bf9b ## About the Role * Bachelor's degree in Systems Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field. * Experience in systems engineering. * Understanding of RF systems, SATCOM architecture, TT&C, and/or signal processing. * Experience with ground station components (e.g., antennas, modems, RF converters, tracking systems). * Proficiency with system modeling tools (e.g.,SysML, MATLAB, STK). * Strong knowledge of systems engineering processes * Excellent written and verbal communication skills. * Due to specific US Government contract requirements, dual citizenship may not be accepted. This position requires eligibility to obtain and maintain US Government security clearance. Eligibility requires U.S. citizenship. * Must be able to travel up to 10%., * Master's degree in a technical field. * Experience with DoD or NASA ground systems and standards (e.g., CCSDS, MIL-STD). * Experience in systems engineering for ground-based communication or space systems. * Familiarity with cloud-based ground systems (e.g., AWS Ground Station). * Active security clearance or ability to obtain one. ## Description We are seeking a highly motivated Systems Engineer to lead and support the development, integration, and sustainment of ground-based systems for satellite and space communications. You will play a critical role in the architecture, design, implementation, and operations of ground station infrastructure supporting mission-critical applications., * Define and manage system requirements and interfaces for ground station infrastructure, including antennas, RF systems, modems, and network elements. * Support the full systems engineering lifecycle, including CONOPS development, design trade studies, integration, verification, and validation. * Develop interface control documents (ICDs), systems specifications, and test plans. * Coordinate with hardware and software engineers, program management, customers, and subcontractors. * Troubleshoot system-level issues and support root cause analysis during integration and operations. * Assist in performing link budget analysis, RF chain evaluations, and data flow assessments. * Contribute to mission planning and ground system automation improvements. * Ensure ground systems meet operational, performance, reliability, and cybersecurity requirements. * Support program milestones, design reviews (SRR, PDR, CDR), and delivery schedules., Fisica is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Fisica is committed to treating all employees and applicants for employment with respect and dignity and maintaining a workplace that is free from unlawful discrimination. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or other related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, military and veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, characteristic or membership in any other group protected by federal, state or local laws. 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