Program Systems Engineering Lead

Lynker Technologies; Greenbelt (MD); Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

E-Verify employer

Equal opportunity employer

Job summary

Lynker Technologies seeks a Program Systems Engineering Lead in Greenbelt, MD, to provide senior-level engineering, science, and programmatic support to the NOAA LEO Program. The role engages architecture, requirements, and operations from design through transition, with hybrid or on-site work options.

You will collaborate with the LEO Senior Scientist and LEO Chief Systems Engineer, manage requirements, and ensure effective communication across stakeholders, driving mission success and policy

Qualifications

• Deep knowledge of satellite systems engineering (orbit/attitude, launch & early ops, configuration management).
• Strong mission science / Earth observation background translating data into operations.
• Experience with software engineering standards, metrics, and requirements analysis in government/aerospace.

Responsibilities

• Assess societal/economic benefits of LEO data and prepare value assessment reports.
• Support mission science data communication to customers and bridge research and operations.
• Review LEO system implementation plans and configuration management.

Skills

Satellite systems engineering

Mission science / Earth observation

Software engineering standards

Sensor/EDR algorithm management

Stakeholder liaison

RF spectrum policy

Project management

Technical writing

Education

Advanced degree in systems / aerospace / environmental science

Job description

Lynker Technologies

Program Systems Engineering Lead

US-MD-Greenbelt

Job ID: 2026-1673

Type: Full-Time

# of Openings: 1

Greenbelt

Overview

Lynker Corporation is a leading provider of innovative solutions in weather and climate science. With a commitment to excellence and a passion for innovation, Lynker leverages cutting-edge technologies and scientific expertise to support the creation and delivery of improved operational weather forecasts. As part of our ongoing growth and expansion, we are seeking a dynamic and experienced Program Systems Engineering Lead to join our growing team. The preferred candidate will be situated locally in Greenbelt, MD, and able to work either hybrid or on site. This position provides senior-level engineering, scientific, and programmatic support to the NOAA Low Earth Orbit (LEO) Program, working directly with the LEO Senior Scientist and LEO Chief Systems Engineer across systems engineering, mission science, and algorithm management — from architecture and requirements through launch, operations, and transition. This position is contingent upon contract award, and will proceed once the contract is awarded.

Responsibilities

• Assess the societal/economic benefits of LEO data and prepare value assessment reports of LEO observations.
• Support the LEO Senior Scientist in communicating mission science data effectiveness and customer applications, and in bridging the research and operations communities.
• Review LEO system implementation plans, operational concepts, orbit/attitude determination requirements, launch and early operations procedures, and configuration management.
• Support the LEO Chief Systems Engineer with technical documentation, software engineering process/metrics review, requirements analysis, system architecture and concept of operations, and subject matter expertise on operations, direct broadcast, and frequency management.
• Coordinate with NOAA/NASA LEO Program and Project Scientists and algorithm science staff to ensure consistency in Program Systems Engineering (PSE) and science efforts.
• Provide subject matter expertise on system installation, integration, testing, and transition to operations, and support acquisition planning activities.
• Consult with NOAA stakeholders on strategies to mitigate the sale of RF spectrum targeted for commercial use.
• Serve as liaison among the LEO Program, Flight Project, Ground Segment, STAR Science Team Leads, NESDIS OCS/SAE, and external groups on algorithm/data product performance, system interfaces, and requirements verification.
• Assess sensor performance waivers and anomalies affecting data products; guide Flight Project on sensor test, calibration, and characterization adequacy.
• Contribute to LEO Algorithm Management Project policy/strategy and document algorithms and technical reports.
• Provide project management support (schedules, risks, issue resolution) for development, verification, calibration, validation, and maintenance of LEO science algorithms and data products.

Qualifications

The Program Systems Engineering Lead selected should have the following:

• Advanced degree (or equivalent experience) in systems engineering, aerospace engineering, or physical/environmental science, with 15 20 years experience related to the above requirements

The Ideal Program Systems Engineering Lead will have the following:

• Deep knowledge of satellite systems engineering — orbit/attitude determination, launch and early operations, and configuration management.
• Strong mission science/Earth observation background, able to translate data effectiveness into operational and customer applications.
• Experience with software engineering standards, metrics, and requirements analysis in a government/aerospace environment.
• Working knowledge of sensor and Environmental Data Record (EDR) algorithm management, including calibration and validation.
• Proven ability to serve as technical liaison across multiple organizations (NOAA, NASA, Flight/Ground, science teams) and align stakeholder requirements.
• Familiarity with direct broadcast services, frequency/spectrum management, and RF spectrum policy.
• Strong project management, technical writing, and briefing/review-board skills, with excellent written and verbal communication.

About Lynker

Lynker is a growing, employee owned business, specializing in professional, scientific and technical services. Our continually expanding team combines scientific expertise with mature, results-driven processes and tools to achieve technically sound, cost effective solutions in hydrology/water sciences, geospatial analysis, information technology, resource management, conservation, and management and business process improvement.

We focus on putting the right people in the right place to be effective. And having the right people is critical for success. Our streamlined organization enables and empowers our talented professionals to tackle our customers' scientific and technical priorities creatively and effectively.

Lynker offers a team-oriented work environment, and the opportunity to work in a culture of exceptionally skilled professionals who embrace sound science and creative solutions. Lynker's benefits include the following:

• Personalized career growth plans for every employee

Lynker is an E-Verify employer.

Lynker is an equal opportunity employer and makes all employment decisions based on merit, qualifications, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, or any other legally protected status under federal, state, or local laws.