Space Systems Engineer – TS Clearance Eligible

Honu Services; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 165,000 - 175,000; Full time

Job summary

Galapagos Federal Systems, LLC is seeking a Systems Engineer Level 2 to support the United States Space Force (USSF) missions. This role involves development, integration, and sustainment of advanced capabilities within a fast-paced DoD environment. You will work on-site and may travel to support program needs.

The ideal candidate will have active Top Secret/SCI eligibility, 5+ years of DoD experience, and strong SysML/Cameo expertise, with knowledge of JCIDS/DoDAF and space domain technologies.

Qualifications

• Active DoD Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility.
• 5+ years of DoD systems engineering experience.
• Experience with System Program Offices (SPOs) or PMOs.
• Experience with RDT&E and test/training materiel systems.
• Space technology domain knowledge (EO/IR, RF, GNC, etc.).
• Willingness to work on-site and travel up to 25%.

Responsibilities

• Conduct feasibility studies and concept exploration for system solutions.
• Support DRM engineering and related system analysis activities.
• Develop CONOPS to support mission requirements.
• Develop and manage system requirements, ICDs, verification plans, and validation activities.
• Perform change management and assess impacts to interfaces and schedules.
• Align PPBE activities with technical efforts across SFPAE-I and SYD 81.
• Support SE activities through RDT&E, integration, fielding, and sustainment.
• Collaborate with government and stakeholders to deliver systems.

Skills

Top Secret clearance

DoD systems engineering

SysML/Cameo

JCIDS/DoDAF knowledge

Space systems knowledge

Travel up to 25%

Education

BS in Systems Engineering

STEM degree with experience

STEM background with experience

Job description

Galapagos Federal Systems, LLC is seeking a Systems Engineer Level 2 to support the United States Space Force (USSF) missions. This role involves development, integration, and sustainment of advanced capabilities within a fast-paced DoD environment. You will work on-site and may travel to support program needs.

The ideal candidate will have active Top Secret/SCI eligibility, 5+ years of DoD experience, and strong SysML/Cameo expertise, with knowledge of JCIDS/DoDAF and space domain technologies.