ESS Space Systems Futures Project Leader
Core
Technical advisor and integration leader for the X-PACK acquisition program, supporting the U.S. Space Force's ESS communications satellite initiative.
Role type
Senior IC systems engineering project leader (acquisition & communications)
Builds
Resilient, reliable, and secure NC3 communications capabilities via satellite systems
Domain
National security space / Defense industrial base / Satellite communications
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Systems engineering, space systems engineering, acquisition strategy, technical advisory, multi-disciplinary team leadership, risk assessment, contractor performance monitoring, design assessments
Preferred skills
Mission assurance principles, IEEE 15288.2 standard, MILSATCOM program office experience, satellite communication hardware, digital/analog waveform processing
Technologies
X-PACK, NC3, MILSATCOM
Responsibilities
Provide insight on prime contractor execution status, risks, and opportunities; manage allocated resources for subject matter experts; deliver technical position papers and design assessments; coordinate support for contractor study phases; act as spokesperson for working groups; monitor contractor performance; apply systems engineering principles to design and execution phases
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with strategic advisory duties
