Electronics Engineer, SLD 30

Space Systems Command; California (MO); Remote; USD 104,000 - 161,000; Full time

Job summary

Space Systems Command is seeking an Electronics Engineer at USSF/SS Command to provide systems engineering leadership across network and weapons systems. The role requires translating requirements into precise design criteria and guiding development activities, with a focus on Western Range instrumentation and base-level cyberspace infrastructure.

The ideal candidate holds an ABET-accredited B.S. in Electrical or Systems Engineering, demonstrates strong problem-solving and communication skills,

Qualifications

• ABET Accredited Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering, preferably Electrical or Systems.
• Familiarity with Network Systems/Design and Western Range instrumentation systems, such as telemetry, radar, command transmitter, and communication systems, or experience with similar systems.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills to make technical recommendations under time-critical situations; root cause investigation desired.
• Highly self-motivated with ability to adapt and learn.
• Skill in establishing and maintaining effective relationships, building consensus, negotiating, and communicating effectively, both orally and in writing.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a senior professional electronics engineer with systems engineering responsibilities in assigned areas.
• Provide technical leadership by planning, analyzing, and evaluating efforts to define total network systems, weapons systems, and subsystem requirements.
• Translate requirements into design criteria, evaluate alternative design approaches, and develop system specifications.
• Guide and evaluate design and development activities of others across development phases.
• Act as a functional/technical expert and pursue or create certification, qualification, and developmental programs.

Skills

Systems engineering

Network design

Telemetry

Radar

Communication

Leadership

Problem-solving

Education

ABET Accredited B.S. in Engineering (Electrical or Systems)

Job description

Key Responsibilities

The United States Space Force (USSF) at Vandenberg, CA is searching for an Electronics Engineer to support SLD 30 (NH-0855-03, GS 12/13 equivalent). Description: The primary role of this position is to serve as a senior professional electronics engineer with systems engineering responsibilities in assigned areas.

The employee is considered the technical expert for the organization in electronics engineering assignments related to base-level cyberspace infrastructure and Western Range communications systems.

They provide technical leadership by planning, analyzing, and evaluating efforts to define total network systems, weapons systems, and subsystem requirements, translating those requirements into design criteria, evaluating alternative design approaches, and developing system specifications. The work spans multiple phases of the development process, during which the employee guides and evaluates the design and development activities of others.

Additionally, they are recognized as a functional/technical expert by colleagues within the organization and are regularly sought out for advice and assistance. The employee actively pursues or creates certification, qualification, and developmental programs for themselves and others. They also guide and motivate individuals and teams, focusing on project and program issues, and take ownership of processes and products as needed.

Ideal Candidate

• ABET Acredited Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering, preferably Electrical or Systems.
• Familiarity with Network Systems/Design and Western Range instrumentation systems such as telemetry, radar, command transmitter, and communication systems, or experience with similar systems.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills to make technical recommendations while under time critical situations. Root cause investigative experience desired.
• Highly self-motivated with ability to adapt and learn.
• Skill in establishing and maintaining effective relationships, building consensus and coalitions, negotiating, and resolving conflicts with a variety of individuals and organizations as well as communicating effectively, both orally and in writing.

Which agency is hiring for this position?

This position is with Space Systems Command, Department of the Air Force.

What is the salary for this position?

The posted pay range is $104349 – $161313/yr.

Is this position remote or telework eligible?

This position is eligible for telework.

What security clearance is required?

This position requires a Secret security clearance.

What is the application deadline?

Applications close on 2026-09-30.

Who is eligible to apply?

This position is open under the 'Public' hiring path.