Senior Command & Control Ground Analyst (TS/SCI)

Space Systems Integration LLC; El Segundo (CA); On-site; USD 170,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Space Systems Integration in El Segundo, CA, seeks a seasoned Command and Control Ground Analyst to design, implement, and sustain the ground segment for next‑generation satellite missions.

Seeking 10+ years in space systems engineering with ground segments and satellite operations, plus active TS/SCI eligibility. You will drive real-time operations, automation, and end‑to‑end data pipelines while coordinating with government customers and contractors.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Systems Engineering, Computer Science, or related STEM field.
• 10+ years in space systems engineering, focusing on ground segments and satellite operations.
• Active TS clearance with in-scope T5/SSBI and SCI eligibility.

Responsibilities

• Assist govt mission manager with engineering, integration, and validation of satellite ground segment C2 systems.
• Support real-time satellite vehicle operations, LEOP, routine operations, and anomaly resolution.
• Oversee automation frameworks for ground system operations to reduce operator workload and improve reliability.
• Prepare technical assessments and presentations for leadership reviews.
• Generate mission status reports for weekly staff and executive reviews.

Skills

Ground systems engineering

Satellite operations

Networking protocols

RF communications

Python/C++/Bash scripting

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Systems/CS

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

Python

C++

Bash

Job description

Space Systems Integration in El Segundo, CA, seeks a seasoned Command and Control Ground Analyst to design, implement, and sustain the ground segment for next‑generation satellite missions.

Seeking 10+ years in space systems engineering with ground segments and satellite operations, plus active TS/SCI eligibility. You will drive real-time operations, automation, and end‑to‑end data pipelines while coordinating with government customers and contractors.