Senior Systems Engineer

• Serve as the Lead Systems Engineer (LSE) for assigned LTRS subsystem(s), managing issues including risk, subsystem anomalies, Diminishing Manufacturing Sources and Material Shortages (DMSMS) cases.

• Develop out-year plans (spend plans) and provide input for Government funding to address subsystem needs.

• Provide project integration support from contract award through the final transition of Third-Party Developer (TPD) systems into the SFRC OM&S baseline.

• Support the development of acquisition documentation (SOO, SOW, PWS) for TPD procurements and assist in Request for Proposal (RFP) development.

• Develop high-level engineering project plans and assist Space Force Project Managers, Internal Project Managers, and Third-Party Project Managers with project schedule development.

• Define and write requirements for TPD contracts based on capabilities and operating concepts in support of SLD30.

• Coordinate with Government customers and internal SFRC stakeholders.

• Apply risk management principles to identify, assess, plan, and mitigate subsystem and LTRS risks.

• Support or manage LTRS Risk Management Working Groups and Risk and Opportunity Management Boards (ROMBs).

• Serve as an Integration Lead assigned to acquisition projects to oversee the integration and transition of new or modified systems ensuring they meet SFRC OM&S standards.

• Manage and execute systems engineering processes to ensure continuity across the SFRC.

• Assist in developing training tools and documentation for transitioning systems.
• Assist Engineering Managers in prioritizing tasks to support mission needs.

• Analytical and problem-solving skills for system design and testing.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills for stakeholder interaction.

• Effective time management and organizational skills to handle competing priorities.

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.

• Aptitude for rapidly learning new concepts and technologies.

Minimum Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related STEM field. Master’s degree preferred.

• 8+ years of systems engineering experience or related engineering experience.

• Fundamental knowledge of engineering lifecycle and systems engineering processes. CSEP Certification is preferred.

• Proficiency with Windows-based computer systems and the Microsoft Office suite.

• Experience with Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) tools (e.g., Cameo) is preferred.

• Experience with Project Scheduling software such as MSProject, JIRA, or others. PMI certification is preferred.

• Flexibility to work occasional non-standard hours or weekends to support mission requirements.

• Willingness to travel.

• Must be able to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret Security Clearance (requires U.S. citizenship).

• Valid U.S. Driver’s License.

Our health and welfare benefits are designed to support you and your priorities. Offerings include:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off and holidays
• Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching)
• Educational reimbursement
• Parental leave
• Employee stock purchase plan
• Tax-saving options
• Disability and life insurance
• Pet insurance

Note: Benefits may vary based on employment type, location, and applicable agreements. Positions governed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), the McNamara-O’Hara Service Contract Act (SCA), or other employment contracts may include different provisions/benefits.