Satellite Systems Engineer

Abacus Solutions Group; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 108,000 - 118,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits package

Job summary

Abacus Solutions Group seeks a Satellite Ground Operations Systems Engineer to join the Space Systems Command/Prototype Ground team in Albuquerque, NM. You will design, integrate, and maintain advanced satellite ground command and control systems, supporting mission partners and ensuring secure operations.

Work location is Albuquerque, NM with a focus on hardware and software integration, documentation, and cross-functional collaboration to meet stringent engineering standards and national

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, aerospace engineering, or related field; four additional years of relevant experience accepted in lieu of degree.
• DoD 8140 Level II certification such as Security+ CE.
• 9+ years of technical experience in space systems.
• Minimum 3 years of direct experience in space systems or DoD environments.
• Ability to build relationships with stakeholders at all levels.
• Proficient with MS Office Suite and communicating program status.

Responsibilities

• Produce and maintain technical documentation for system integration and testing.
• Collaborate with project leads and technical teams to evaluate and implement solutions.
• Configure, test, integrate, and secure satellite ground systems.
• Advise on test strategies and methodologies for system readiness.
• Support IPT activities and prioritize customer goals.
• Collaborate with network engineers, system admins, cyber specialists, and hardware technicians.
• Lead creation of interface control documents, diagrams, and data flow docs.
• Develop ERB and CCB materials to document requirements and testing strategies.
• Draft and maintain test plans, procedures, and implementation schedules.
• Participate in technical meetings to ensure mission-critical system compliance.

Skills

Satellite systems

Systems engineering

DoD 8140 II

Space domain

Stakeholder relations

MS Office

Education

Bachelor's degree or 4 extra years exp

Tools

Jira

Confluence

Job description

Abacus Solutions Group:

We're built on our shared core values! We are difference-makers, passionate about serving, we work hard with integrity and do the right thing. Difference makers means that we look at every opportunity as a chance to make a difference. Passionate about serving means that we are always looking for ways to serve our customers and coworkers. Working hard and doing the right thing with integrity means that for every decision we make we first ask, "Is the decision consistent with our moral and ethical principles?" We hire, review, reward and recognize our teammates based on these characteristics, so it is important that you share these values to be part of the team.

Job Description

We're built on our shared core values! We are difference-makers, passionate about serving, we work hard with integrity and do the right thing. Difference makers means that we look at every opportunity as a chance to make a difference. Passionate about serving means that we are always looking for ways to serve our customers and coworkers. Working hard and doing the right thing with integrity means that for every decision we make we first ask, "Is the decision consistent with our moral and ethical principles?" We hire, review, reward and recognize our teammates based on these characteristics, so it is important that you share these values to be part of the team.

Position Description

Abacus Solutions Group is seeking a Satellite Ground Operations Systems Engineer to join the Space Systems Command/Prototype Ground team in designing, integrating, and maintaining advanced satellite ground command and control systems in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Your responsibility will be to support and oversee all information technology aspects of satellite ground system integration and maintenance, managing the hardware and software necessary to support mission partners at the appropriate classification level. You’ll get to collaborate with multidisciplinary experts to design, develop, and maintain advanced satellite ground command and control systems, pioneering new possibilities in satellite technology and national security.

Work Location: Kirtland AFB, Albuquerque, NM

Pay And Benefits

• $108K - $118K
• Full benefits package to include medical, dental, employer matching retirement plan, and more!
• Pay is based on a number of factors including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.

Duties And Responsibilities

• Produce and maintain technical documentation for system integration, implementation, and testing.
• Collaborating directly with project leads and technical teams to evaluate and implement solutions aligning with mission requirements.
• Work with multi-disciplinary teams to configure, test, integrate, and secure satellite ground systems.
• Advise on test strategies and methodologies, contributing to system readiness and resilience.
• Maintain alignment with customer goals by supporting Integrated Product Team (IPT) activities and priorities
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (network engineers, system admins, cyber specialists, and hardware technicians) to integrate, sustain, and modernize satellite ground systems.
• Lead efforts to create and maintain essential system documentation, including Interface Control Documents, network diagrams, and data flow diagrams.
• Develop Engineering Review Board (ERB) and Change Control Board (CCB) materials to document requirements, present technical solutions, and outline test and implementation strategies.
• Draft and maintain test plans, system procedures, and implementation schedules, ensuring successful integration and testing of space ground systems.
• Play an active role in technical meetings, reviews, and customer advising to enhance mission-critical systems’ functionality and compliance with engineering standards.

Required Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, aerospace engineering, or a related technical field; will accept four (4) additional years of relevant experience in lieu of degree.
• DoD 8140 Level II certification such as the CompTIA Security+ CE.
• 9+ years of technical experience in space systems.
• Minimum 3 years’ direct experience in space systems, space command and control, or equivalent relevant disciplines including industry (development contractor), DoD or other agency (NRO, NSA, NASA, etc.).
• Able to build and maintain relationships and partnerships with stakeholders at all levels.
• Proficient with MS Office Suite, including a strong ability to communicate program status; orally, written and visually.

Desired Skills

• Project Management fundamentals with a focus on building schedules
• Familiar with ISO/IEC/IEEE 15288 and the DoD Systems Engineering Guidebook
• Familiar with IT Cloud Fundamentals
• Familiar with collaboration tools such as Jira and Confluence
• Familiar with supporting components such as firewalls, cryptographic hardware, databases, routing and network-based protocols, and virtualization technologies

Security Qualifications

• Active Top Secret with SCI eligibility (must be eligible for SCI indoctrination within first 3 months of start date)
• Must be a US Citizen.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements.

About Abacus Solutions Group

Abacus Solutions Group is a mission-ready partner built from the ground up to support government work that demands precision, trust, and results. Our team understands the challenges that federal agencies face, because many of us have lived them firsthand.

Why Choose Abacus Solutions Group

Abacus Solutions Group is a mission-ready partner built from the ground up to support government work that demands precision, trust, and results. Our team understands the challenges that federal agencies face, because many of us have lived them firsthand.

Veteran-Owned and Mission-Aligned

Abacus was founded by a service-disabled Army officer with a deep understanding of what it means to serve. That experience shapes everything we do. We share in the commitment to national security, public service, and operational excellence. We bring military discipline, clear communication, and purpose-driven execution to every engagement.

Compliance Without Compromise

We build every system, process, and policy with compliance in mind from day one. Whether it's federal IT standards, cybersecurity frameworks, or personnel clearances, we deliver work that stands up to scrutiny. Our clients trust us because we meet the letter and intent of the law, without cutting corners.

We Fix What’s Broken

Government agencies often struggle with outdated systems, hard-to-fill roles, and tangled operations. This is where Abacus Solutions Group thrives. We specialize in bringing clarity to complexity. We show up ready to solve problems and keep programs moving forward, like overhauling legacy infrastructure, placing hard-to-find cleared talent, and tightening security policy,

Faith-Guided Values

Our work is driven by more than just contracts and deadlines. As a company rooted in faith, we operate with a commitment to stewardship, honesty, and doing the right thing—even when no one is watching. That sense of responsibility shapes our culture, our leadership, and the way we treat our clients and employees.

When you choose Abacus, you're choosing a team that delivers on its promises, puts mission first, and never loses sight of the bigger picture. We’re here to serve it the federal space