Senior Gnd System Engineer

BTAS, Inc.; Colorado Springs (CO); Remote; USD 147,000 - 250,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits program

Paid time off

401K plan with generous company match

Job summary

A defense technology company is seeking a Senior Ground System Engineer to provide technical support for critical space operations. Candidates should have an MA/MS degree and at least 10 years of relevant experience with a focus on classified space control systems. This role involves advising on project performance and supporting technology acquisitions. A competitive salary ranging from $147,000 to $250,000 per year is offered, along with comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Ten or more years’ experience in relevant position.
• Requires worldwide travel to support ground communications infrastructure.
• Expertise in various space control-related technologies.

Responsibilities

• Provide space acquisitions and technical advice for projects.
• Support technology acquisition and integration activities.
• Advise on cost, schedule, and performance.

Skills

Expert in highly classified space control systems

Expertise in maturing technologies

Familiarity with optical and electronic support

Strong communication skills

Education

MA/MS degree

BA/BS degree with 12 years of experience

Job description

Overview

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Position details

• Location: Flexible


• Required security clearance: Active TS with SCI eligibility


• Position type / standard work hours: Full time, 40 hours

The Opportunity

Upon award, BTAS will be filling potential openings for the Space Systems Command (SSC). SSC plays a critical role in advancing the United States's space capabilities, delivering cutting-edge solutions to protect and enhance national security. SSC/SZBC specializes in highly classified Space Domain Awareness (SDA) systems, Defensive and Offensive Space Control (DSC/OSC) capabilities, and space test range assets to support the Department of Defense’s (DoD) current and future operational needs.

As a leader in space technology, SSC/SZ-BC is responsible for the development, integration, testing, deployment, and sustainment of mission-critical systems spanning the entire acquisition life cycle. These efforts ensure the United States Space Force (USSF) and its mission partners maintain a strategic advantage in space operations. This position will support multiple SSC/SZ-BC programs, as well as other initiatives across the Space Force, Air Force, and allied organizations.

Join us in shaping the future of space operations and contributing to the defense of our nation’s space assets.

Who we are

BTAS is a woman-owned small business founded in 1995, located near Wright-Patterson Air Force Base in Beavercreek, OH. We have earned national and regional awards in the Department of Defense for our proven IT, Engineering, and Program Management capabilities.

We are committed to working with exceptional quality and professionalism to deliver excellence to our customers, while providing our employees a stimulating and satisfying work environment as we collaborate with teammates to achieve common goals.

Primary Responsibilities

• Provide space acquisitions, engineering, operations, and technical advice for all project and program stages.


• Support acquisitions of advanced technology and integration activities.


• Advise on cost, schedule, and performance.


• Revise or draft Joint Capabilities Integrated Development System (JCIDS) and other acquisition documentation.


• Support presentations to internal and external customers.


• Develop work using latest government guidance (e.g., MIL-STD).


• Provide draft SME-level technical and/or programmatic status reports as requested.


• Identify and recommend improvements in acquisition processes.


• Assist in building and maintaining government risk programs.


• Maintain awareness of program schedules and monitor acquisition implementation.


• Report requirement shortfalls and provide program assessments.


• Advise on technical engagements such as meetings, design reviews, and conferences.


• Assist integrated product teams and establish interfaces.


• Provide technical and operational insights for mission protection and data assessments.


• Recommend solutions for technical anomalies and evaluate impact.


• Provide engineering and technical expertise for Command and Control (C2) efforts.


• Establish liaison between Space C2, Enterprise Ground Services (EGS), and classified program offices.


• Integrate C2 solutions with classified portfolio.


• Provide cybersecurity support in accordance with DoDI 8500.01.


• Offer recommendations on cyber activities and brief government on cybersecurity issues.


• Facilitate and support cybersecurity working groups and meetings.


• Manage program Authority to Operate, Authority to Test, Authority to Connect, and associated Interim Authorities.


• Support cyber testing and document findings and corrective actions in accordance with the Federal Information Security Management Act.

Minimum Qualifications

• MA/MS degree is required.


• Ten or more years’ experience in this type of position or program is required.


• Must be an expert in highly classified space control space, ground, and C2 systems (concepts development, build, and test).


• Must be an expert in maturing technologies through all TRL levels.


• Must be an expert in multiple space control-related technologies, including but not limited to optical, electronic support, signal processing, communications.


• Requires worldwide travel to support ground communications infrastructure.


• BA/BS degree is acceptable if the candidate possesses at least 12 years of experience in this type of position or program. The Materiel Leader may also waive the MA/MS requirement.

Supervisory Responsibilities

This position does not supervise the work of others.

Work Environment

This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment.

Physical Demands

Must be able to operate a computer and other standard office equipment. Must be able to remain in a stationary position, 80%.

Travel

Worldwide travel is required.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and/or activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Compensation / Salary Range

BTAS adheres to federal, state, and local regulations. This is a Full-Time, Salary, Exempt position. The following salary range is what we reasonably expect to pay but is contingent and subject to a variety of factors, including but not limited to years of experience, education, certification(s), training, specialized skills, responsibilities, etc.

Salary range: $147,000 – $250,000 annual

BTAS Benefits

A comprehensive benefits program, including paid time off, federal holidays, health coverage, 401K plan with generous company match is offered to all full-time employees.

AAP / EEO Statement

BTAS is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

BTAS is an E-Verify program participant.

Job metadata

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level


• Employment type: Full-time


• Job function: Information Technology


• Industries: Defense & Space