SATCOM Requirements Systems Engineer

nLogic; El Segundo (CA); On-site; USD 98,000 - 145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) plan

ESOP

Professional development support

Job summary

nLogic seeks an experienced SATCOM Requirements Systems Engineer to join our El Segundo, CA team. You will support MBSE and requirements development for MILSATCOM programs, contributing to analysis, integration with stakeholders, and briefings for USSF leadership.

Responsibilities include leading MBSE activities, managing baselines, DOORS-driven gap closure, and collaboration with government and contractors. Onsite in a secure facility with US citizenship and clearance expectations.

Qualifications

• 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).
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.

Responsibilities

• Support MBSE activities to assist development of technical baselines.
• Develop, refine, and manage system and subsystem requirements with traceability and verifiability.
• Analyze system requirements and participate in verification activities (review TRDs, ICDs, etc.).
• Work with government and contractor teams to identify and close requirements gaps using DOORS.
• Support and occasionally lead technical working groups: prepare materials, document minutes, track actions, foster collaboration.
• Assist in assessing impacts to the system baseline and integration considerations across stakeholders.
• Review program documentation, capture reviewer comments, and collaborate with contractors on adjudication.
• Provide input and develop briefings for USSF program leadership.
• Participate in risk, issue, and dependency management; identify disconnects and propose solutions.

Skills

MBSE

Systems engineering

Requirements analysis

Traceability

DOORS

Risk management

Stakeholder collaboration

Documentation

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering/physics/maths/CS

Tools

DOORS

Jira

Confluence

Job description

nLogic is seeking an experienced SATCOM Requirements Systems Engineer to join our team in El Segundo, CA. In this role, the SATCOM Requirements Systems Engineer will support systems engineering and requirements development for next‑generation MILSATCOM programs, contributing to MBSE activities, requirement analysis, and cross‑stakeholder integration for the U.S. Space Force.

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. You 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, resolve and identify 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 US Space Force’s Space Systems Center (SSC). We support the Space Force’s acquisition of state of the art 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.

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.

Required Qualifications

• Ability to obtain and maintain or currently possess a current, in‑scope Secret clearance
• 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)

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in a technical discipline, i.e., 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

Work Conditions

• Work Model: Onsite in a secure facility
• Travel: Minimal
• Work Hours: Standard work hours

Why nLogic

At nLogic, we support mission‑focused defense and space efforts that have real‑world impact. Our teams work collaboratively alongside government and industry partners to deliver high‑quality, mission‑focused solutions. As a 100% employee‑owned company (ESOP), our employees directly share in the success of the organization, creating a culture of accountability, ownership, and long‑term investment in our work. We offer a stable environment with opportunities to develop new skills, take on meaningful responsibilities, and contribute to efforts that support national security and advanced technologies.

Summary Of Benefits

nLogic offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance; paid time off; 401(k) retirement plan; Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP); and professional development support.

Position Details

• U.S. Citizenship is required
• Must currently possess or be able to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance
• This role is performed on‑site in El Segundo, CA
• Compensation: The anticipated salary range for this position is $98,000 to $145,000

How To Apply

Qualified candidates should submit their application through our online portal to be considered for this opportunity.

Equal Opportunity Employer

nLogic is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.