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# Strategic Interfaces Systems Engineer

- **Company:** TRINZIC CORP
- **Location:** El Segundo, CA, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $135,600.0 - $169,400.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Systems Engineering, Configuration Management, Data Transmissions, Data Dictionary, Network Interface Controllers, Microsoft PowerPoint, Software Engineering, Systems Integration, Data Processing, SC Clearance, Information Technology
- **Published:** October 26, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.techcareers.com/job.asp?id=3466818964&tx=VT6964THV&pt=1&aff=0B19D771-A501-4A5E-8338-2A822B784D54&utm_source=Job%20Feed&utm_medium=textkernel&utm_campaign=DE&utm_term=0B19D771-A501-4A5E-8338-2A822B784D54

## About the Role

* Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret clearance is required for this position
 * Bachelor's degree in engineering, computer science, or related technical field.
 * 8+ years of experience in satellite systems, spacecraft development, or aerospace engineering.
 * 5 years' experience working on DoD programs
 * Direct experience developing or managing Interface Control Documents (ICDs) for complex systems.
 * Strong familiarity with spacecraft subsystems (e.g., payloads, RF comms, power, GNC, thermal, propulsion, on-board Command and Data Handling).
 * Ability to read and create schematics, interface diagrams, and data communication structures.
 * Experience with systems engineering tools (e.g., DOORS, Cameo).
 * Excellent technical writing, documentation, and communication skills.
 * Strong interpersonal skills, communication (oral and written), and presentation skills
 * Demonstrated ability to clearly articulate ideas, recommendations and options to customers, senior leaders, and stakeholders
 * Proficient in Microsoft Office products (e.g., Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Preferred Experience

 * Active SECRET or higher clearance
 * Master's degree in engineering, computer science, or related technical field.
 * 12+ years' experience with space systems in support of space or ground segment development
 * 12+ years' experience in a space acquisitions environment
 * Experience in satellite hardware and software development
 * Experience in Military, DoW, or Intelligence Community space
 * Experience with MILSATCOM, such as ESS, AEHF, EPS, PTES, PTS, WGS, and FAB-T terminal programs
 * Proficient in usage of model-based systems engineering (MBSE) tools
 * Professional certifications (e.g., PMP, INCOSE CSEP / ESEP / ASEP)

## Description

* Develop, author, and maintain Interface Control Documents (ICDs) for cross-system interfaces between space (including spacecraft and payloads) and ground segments.
 * Serve as the system-level ICD owner/book boss, responsible for coordinating inputs, maintaining document structure, adjudicating comments, and ensuring the ICD reflects the authoritative technical baseline.
 * Work closely with the Configuration Management team in preparing for Engineering Review Boards (ERBs) and Configuration Control Boards (CCBs)
 * Develop interface diagrams, data dictionaries, message formats, command and telemetry mappings, and system level interface descriptions.
 * Identify interface risks and drive technical issue resolution across engineering teams.
 * Support system integration and test activities by providing authoritative interface documentation and clarification.
 * Ensure that documentation complies with best practices, program standards, and regulatory requirements.
 * Provide technical Subject Matter Expert (SME) support to review of Prime contract Change Proposals
 * Manage and coordinate Interface Working Groups, ensuring consistent communication across all stakeholders.
 * Work closely with MSEIT modeling team to ensure models align with relevant ICDs and requirements flowdown associated with the cybersecurity technical baseline.
 * Develop acquisition and technical briefings, plans, papers, and other documentation in support of Gov't decision making. Collaborating with prime contractors, other support contractors, government civilians, and members of the U.S. Space Force