SATCOM Requirements System Engineer

Modern Technology Solutions, Inc.; El Segundo (CA); On-site; USD 98,000 - 122,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

20 days PTO/year

Flexible schedules

6% 401(k) match with immediate vesting

Up to $10,000 in educational reimbursement

Job summary

A leading technology firm is seeking a SATCOM Requirements Systems Engineer in El Segundo, CA, to join a collaborative team focused on developing advanced space communication systems for the US Space Force. The role requires a Bachelor's degree in a related field and 3-5 years of systems engineering experience. Responsibilities include supporting MBSE activities, managing requirements, and analyzing system documentation. Compensation ranges from $98,000 to $122,000 per year, alongside comprehensive benefits including PTO, 401(k) match, and educational reimbursement.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in systems engineering or requirements management.
• Experience with requirements specification, analysis, and verification.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Support Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) activities.
• Develop, refine, and manage system and subsystem requirements.
• Analyze system requirements and participate in verification activities.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, physics, mathematics, computer science, or a related technical field

Tools

DOORS

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Jira

Confluence

Job description

Modern Technology Solutions, Inc. (MTSI) is seeking a SATCOM Requirements Systems Engineer to join our team in El Segundo, CA. You will join a systems engineering team defining the next generation of space communication systems supporting US Space Force (USSF) satellite communications. You will support Systems Engineering & Integration (SE&I) activities in a multidisciplinary and collaborative environment.

We will interface and collaborate with SE&I team members, contractors, government civilians and members of the USSF. You will lead and support several working groups responsible for leading technical discussion, resolving and identifying risk, requirement gaps, developing briefings, writing, and tracking action items, and authoring meeting minutes.

The MILSATCOM Systems Engineering, Integration, and Test (MSEIT) effort provides leading edge Systems Engineering & Integration (SE&I) for the Space Force’s Space Systems Command. We support the Space Force’s acquisition of state-of-the-art Military Satellite Communications systems, providing global secure, survivable, and protected communications for our nation’s warfighters. We seek technical individuals who will thrive in a highly collaborative work environment of small teams, using the most modern tools and methodologies to tackle the challenges of integrating complex space and ground communications systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Support Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) activities to assist with development and maintenance of technical baselines.
• Develop, refine, and manage system and subsystem requirements, ensuring they are clear, traceable, and verifiable.
• Analyze system requirements and participate in verification activities, including review of TRDs, ICDs, and related documentation.
• Work with government and contractor teams to identify and close requirements gaps using tools such as DOORS.
• Support and occasionally lead technical working groups: preparing meeting materials, documenting minutes, tracking actions, and fostering collaborative problem‑solving.
• Assist in assessing impacts to the system technical baseline and identifying integration considerations across stakeholders.
• Review program documentation, capture reviewer comments, and collaborate with contractors on adjudication.
• Provide technical input and assist in developing briefings for USSF program leadership.
• Participate in risk, issue, and dependency management activities; help identify disconnects and propose solutions.

Work Environment

• Location: On‑site
• Travel Requirements: Minimal
• Working Hours: Standard

Qualifications

Required:

• Ability to obtain an Active Secret clearance is required for this position.
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, physics, mathematics, computer science, or a related technical field.
• 3‑5 years of experience in systems engineering or requirements management.
• Experience with requirements specification, analysis, and verification.
• Familiarity with requirements traceability tools (e.g., DOORS).
• Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and organizational skills.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

Desired:

• Master’s degree in a technical discipline (engineering, physics, chemistry, mathematics, computer science).
• INCOSE ASEP/CSEP/ESEP certification.
• MBSE certification (OCSMP).
• Experience with Agile development tools or methodologies.
• Knowledge of Jira and Confluence.
• Experience with MILSATCOM systems (AEHF, EPS, WGS, Tactical SATCOM, COMSATCOM).
• Background working with DoD or military customers.
• Familiarity with space and ground systems such as satellite communications, terminals, or DoD networks.

Compensation

The pay range for this position in California is $98,000/year to $122,000/year; however, base pay offered may vary depending on established government contract ranges, job‑related knowledge, skills, and experience, and other factors. MTSI also offers a full range of medical, financial, and other benefits, dependent on the position offered. Base pay information is based on market location. Applicants should apply via MTSI’s internal or external careers site.

Benefits

• Starting PTO accrual of 20 days PTO/year + 10 holidays/year.
• Flexible schedules.
• 6% 401(k) match with immediate vesting up to $9k annually.
• Semi‑annual bonus eligibility (July and December).
• Company funded Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) – a separate qualified retirement account.
• Up to $10,000 in annual educational reimbursement.
• Other company funded benefits, like life and disability insurance.
• Optional zero deductible Blue Cross/Blue Shield health insurance plan.

MTSI embraces nine core values including our first core value of Employees come first. Consistent with our Core Values, we are committed to Equal Opportunity, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, military/veteran status, disability, or any other characteristics protected by applicable law. MTSI is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity and providing reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with physical and/or mental disabilities.