Senior Evolved Strategic Systems (ESS) Ground Systems Integration Engineer
Core
Lead ground systems engineering and integration for next-generation Military Satellite Communications (MILSATCOM) architectures, ensuring secure, survivable, and protected communications for warfighters.
Role type
Senior Systems Integration Engineer (Defense/Satellite Communications)
Builds
Ground segments, technical baselines, and integrated architectures for Air Force Military Satellite Communications systems.
Domain
National Security / Aerospace / Satellite Communications
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Systems engineering, Ground systems integration, MILSATCOM program experience, Technical baseline management, Digital Engineering (MBSE/Digital Twins), Trade studies, Risk management, Interface control document (ICD) review, Government stakeholder collaboration
Preferred skills
TS/SCI clearance eligibility, Agile development, Mission planning, COMSEC/TRANSEC knowledge, INCOSE CSEP/ESEP certification
Technologies
MBSE, Digital Twins, Jira, Confluence, Microsoft Office
Responsibilities
Lead ground systems engineering and integration activities to develop and implement ESS ground architectures; Perform analysis of systems requirements and verification of technical baselines; Apply Digital Engineering methods to evaluate technical performance and support integration planning; Work with Government and contractor teams to resolve technical gaps and interface issues; Lead and support Working Group meetings to address risks and action items; Conduct trade studies and engineering analyses to evaluate alternative solutions; Facilitate technical reviews of program documentation and adjudicate resolutions; Serve as subject matter expert to prepare briefings for U.S. Space Force personnel; Support management of risks, issues, and interdependencies.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with technical leadership
