Satellite Communications System Engineer with Security Clearance

Infinity Systems Engineering; Welcome Acres (MD); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) contribution

Paid vacation

Education reimbursement

Profit sharing

Work-life balance

Job summary

Infinity Systems Engineering is seeking a systems engineer to support Mission System Research and Development at the Blossom Point Satellite Command and Tracking Facility (BPTF) in Welcome, Maryland. The role focuses on integrating new missions into the baseline, planning upgrades, and ensuring security and interoperability across ground stations.

Ideal candidates have spacecraft ground stations experience, TS/SCI clearance, and strong design/ops background.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in systems engineering or related field required.
• Minimum 5+ years of spacecraft ground stations systems and networks experience.
• Active TS/SCI clearance required.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and implement system architectures meeting performance, scalability, and security requirements.
• Maintain systems, perform updates, upgrades, and optimize performance.
• Diagnose issues, provide technical support for network, hardware and software.
• Document configurations, ensure regulatory compliance, and manage cross-functional projects.

Skills

Ground station design

System integration

Security & compliance

Networking & cloud

Analytical problem solving

Team communication

Project management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in systems engineering or related field

Active TS/SCI clearance

Tools

Neptune

CI/CD pipelines

AWS

ITIL familiarity

Job description

Summary

Infinity’s niche in the aerospace and defense industry is specialized solutions that help bridge the gap between space and ground. This is no small task, and we owe our success to our team who help us fulfill our mission; to match people with their legacies for betterment of the world. There is always a place at Infinity for a motivated, capable individual seeking a career to better the world. We prioritize supporting our team through exceptional benefits, work-life balance, and structured career development. At Infinity, WE ARE MORE – now, come be more with us! *Please note, this position is Contingent upon award. Position in slated to begin March-June 2027.* Job Summary:

Summary

Infinity’s niche in the aerospace and defense industry is specialized solutions that help bridge the gap between space and ground. This is no small task, and we owe our success to our team who help us fulfill our mission; to match people with their legacies for betterment of the world. There is always a place at Infinity for a motivated, capable individual seeking a career to better the world. We prioritize supporting our team through exceptional benefits, work-life balance, and structured career development. At Infinity, WE ARE MORE – now, come be more with us! *Please note, this position is Contingent upon award. Position in slated to begin March-June 2027.* Job Summary: Infinity is excited about the opportunity to support the Mission System Research and Development Support contract at the Blossom Point Satellite Command and Tracking Facility (BPTF) in Welcome, Maryland. As we prepare for this opportunity, we're looking to connect with members of the incumbent workforce who are interested in joining our team. Join us as we continue to make meaningful and positive impacts to critical national security and space operations programs! The systems engineer is part of technical team and will assist with integrating new missions into the baseline, planning system upgrades, identify requirements and deficiencies in ground station hardware and software. Assists with the analyses to evaluate needs to define system performance requirements, integrate technical parameters and assure compatibility of all physical, functional and program interfaces. Key Responsibilities:

Key Responsibilities

System Design & Implementation

Design, develop, and implement system architectures that meet performance, scalability, and security requirements. Customer needs analysis, requirements capture and management, OPSCON/CONOPS development, traceability throughout from system to component level, modeling and simulation, verification criteria, requirements sell-off, deployment validation, O&M documentation.Evaluate and integrate new technologies to enhance system capabilities and performance.Ensure system designs align with security, compliance, and industry best practices.

System Maintenance & Optimization

Perform Regular System Maintenance, Updates, And Upgrades To Ensure Stability And Security.Analyze System Performance And Implement Improvements To Enhance Efficiency.Develop And Implement System Testing Protocols To Validate Functionality And Security.

Troubleshooting & Support

Diagnose and resolve system issues to minimize downtime and operational disruptions.Provide technical support for network, hardware, and software configurations.Document system issues, resolutions, and preventative measures to enhance future troubleshooting efforts.

Project Management & Collaboration

Requirements

Manages and trades off performance, cost, schedule, risk and other system attributes to achieve an optimal solution that meets stakeholder needs and aligns with organizational goals.Manage system integration projects, ensuring seamless deployment and interoperability of technologies.Collaborate with cross-functional teams to assess system requirements and provide technical solutions.Work with stakeholders to prioritize system enhancements and align program goals.

Documentation & Compliance

Create and maintain detailed system documentation, including technical specifications, configurations, and user manuals.Ensure compliance with security standards, data protection policies, and regulatory requirements.Stay current with emerging technologies and industry trends to drive innovation.

Qualifications

Education: Bachelor’s degree in systems engineering, science discipline or related field Experience: 5+ years of experience with spacecraft ground stations systems and networks Clearance Requirement: Active TS/SCI

Required Skills:Technical background in ground station system and subsystem design and development for spacecraft telemetry, tracking and communications.

• Strong knowledge of system design, integration, and architecture.
• Experience with system security, data protection protocols, and compliance standards.
• Proficiency in network infrastructure, cloud computing, and virtualization technologies.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to manage complex systems.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities to collaborate with technical and non-technical teams.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.

Preferred Skills: Experience with automation tools and scripting languages for system management. Experience with Neptune.Knowledge of DevOps practices and CI/CD pipelines. Familiarity with IT service management frameworks such as ITIL. Certifications in systems engineering (e.g., CCNA, MCSE, AWS Certified Solutions Architect) are a plus.

Work Environment/Physical Requirements

This is a full-time position, typically working 40 hours per week. Overtime may be required depending on operational needs.

Benefits

Infinity Benefits:

• Office environment with occasional on‑site work in data centers or with hardware systems.
• May require after‑hours or weekend work to address critical system issues or deployments.
• Some travel may be necessary to support system installations or meet with stakeholders.
• Ability to work at a desk and operate a computer for extended periods.
• Occasional lifting of IT equipment or hardware components (up to 25 lbs).
• Health Benefits.100% Company Paid monthlyMedical and Dental premiums for you AND your family.
• Prepare for the Future.401(k) company contribution, with free professional financial planning advisors
• Rest and Relaxation. Three weeks' Vacation– andwe offer an annual company reward trip after one year of employment.
• Health and Wellness.We offer 48 hours of sick leave, in addition to your Vacation, as well as Flex-Spending options (Medical and Dependent Care)
• Work that Stays at Work.Genuine work/life balance and flexibility. We know our employees have lives outside of work and we support you in living them!
• Education and Professional Training Reimbursement.We support our employees career aspirations and growth through our Education Reimbursement Program!
• Profit Sharing Plan.Infinity’s success is due to our employees which is why all eligible employees receive an annual payout based on our Profit-Sharing Plan.

U.S. Citizenship is required.

EOE including disability/vet

To learn more about our company and benefits, please visit:Infinity Careers Application Deadline: This will be posted for a minimum of 30 business days or until a sufficient candidate pool has been collected.