Satellite Ground System Engineer - DoW

INNOVIM; Colorado Springs (CO); Vor Ort; USD 140.000 - 190.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

INNOVIM is seeking a Satellite Ground System Engineer for the Missile Defense Division, based at Schriever Space Force Base, CO. This on-site role requires a DoD Secret clearance, leadership experience, and a deep background in ground system engineering and lifecycle management.

Relocation assistance is not available. The position involves developing architectures, conducting studies, writing requirements, and collaborating with security, DevSecOps, and operations teams to deliver secure,

Qualifikationen

• Over 10 years of general full-time work experience.
• Minimum 5 years in systems engineering for satellite ground systems.
• At least 6 months in a leadership role.
• Active DoW Secret Clearance required.
• Bachelor's degree in Systems Engineering, Computer Science, or Electrical Engineering.

Aufgaben

• Develop and design ground system architectures and enterprise services within the MDSEA framework.
• Define requirements, conduct studies, engineer ground system architectures, and oversee system development for satellite ground systems and operations centers.
• Support engineering lifecycle from initiation to sustainment through requirements management and task execution.
• Document designs and create implementation and test plans for sustainment personnel.
• Collaborate with system admins, cybersecurity, DevSecOps, test teams, project managers, software, network and application teams for integration and policy compliance.
• Define tasks and schedules with Project Managers to meet milestones.
• Work independently, take initiative, and drive projects to completion with minimal supervision.

Kenntnisse

Systems engineering

Requirements analysis

Lifecycle management

Independent worker

Ausbildung

Bachelor's degree in related field

Tools

Cameo Systems Modeler

IBM Rhapsody

Sparx Enterprise Architect

SysML

Jobbeschreibung

Description

INNOVIM is seeking a Satellite Ground System Engineer to be a part of the Missile Defense Division and directly supports the Missile Defense Agency
(MDA).

Location: Schriever Space Force Base, Colorado Springs, CO
Relocation Assistance: None available at this time
Remote/Telework: NO - Not available for this position
Clearance Type: DoW Secret
Shift: Day Shift

Who We're Looking For:
We are seeking a highly motivated, independent, and results-oriented Ground System Engineer who thrives in a dynamic and challenging environment. If you are a self-starter, comfortable taking ownership of projects from inception to implementation, and possess a strong desire to contribute to the success of our mission, here is your chance. We are seeking a problem-solver with exceptional analytical and critical thinking skills, eager to learn and contribute within a collaborative team. If you are passionate about leveraging your technical expertise to enhance our nation's security, consider this position.
Responsibilities:
Support Innovation:

• Develop and design cutting-edge solutions to optimize the efficiency, security, and sustainability of ground system elements and mission suites within the MDSEA framework.

Contribute to Technical Initiatives:

• Conduct comprehensive studies and analyses, define detailed requirements, engineer preliminary and detailed ground system architectures, and oversee system development for enterprise services, satellite ground systems, and operations centers (including supporting facilities).

Contribute to all Phases of the Engineering Lifecycle:

• Support projects from initiation through requirements management, task execution, and ground system sustainment.

Support Implementation:

• Document designs and create comprehensive implementation and test plans for execution by sustainment personnel.

Collaborate and Integrate:

• Partner with system administrators, cybersecurity, DevSecOps, test teams, project managers, software developers, network engineers, and application teams to ensure seamless integration and compliance with all relevant standards and policies.

Support Program Milestones:

• Work collaboratively with Project Managers to define tasks and schedules

The successful candidate will:

• Be able to work independently, take initiative, and drive projects to completion with minimal supervision.

Basic Requirements:

• Must have 10, or more, years of general (full-time) work experience
  o May be reduced with completion of advanced education
• Must have 5, or more, years of directly related experience in systems engineering related to satellite ground systems.
• Must have 6, or more, months of experience working in a management or leadership role
• Must have a fundamental understanding of Requirements Analysis and Management principles.
• Must have a proficient understanding of the System Engineering V-Model and engineering lifecycle.
• Must have an active DoW Secret Security Clearance

Desired Requirements:

• Have a Bachelor’s degree (or higher) in a related field (e.g., Systems Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering).
• Have experience working within the Missile Defense Agency (MDA) or other Department of Defense (DoD) organizations.
• Have Space operations experience.
• Be competent in developing and editing Department of Defense Architecture Framework (DoDAF) (or equivalent framework).
• Be able to logically decompose complex mission systems into manageable components.
• Have experience in developing detailed implementation plans for new solutions and systems.
• Have a track record of effectively troubleshooting and applying critical thinking skills to resolve IT system dependencies, impacts, and sustainability challenges.
• Be familiar with Agile development methodologies.
• Be familiar with cloud computing (server and serverless) technologies (e.g., Amazon Web Services (AWS), Microsoft Azure, Red Hat Openshift)
• Have experience working with SysML and MBSE tools such as Cameo Systems Modeler (No Magic), IBM Rhapsody, or Sparx Enterprise Architect.
• Have 1, or more, certifications in relevant areas (e.g., INCOSE ASEP, CompTIA Security+).
• Understanding of Linux and Kubernetes environments
• Have experience verifying system test cases, executing test plans, or performing system-level integration and verification testing for satellite ground systems or complex software/hardware systems.

IDS is committed to providing superior work in the fields of science, engineering, data analytics and technology to government agencies. We offer competitive compensation packages, including comprehensive nationwide Medical/Dental/Vision insurance programs, life insurance, matching 401k contribution and Educational/Training support.

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