Space Systems Interface Engineer (ICD & Integration)

ensco; El Segundo (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

ENSCO Inc. seeks an Interface Systems Engineer to work with government mission leaders and program teams on a critical space mission capability.

You will develop, maintain, and own Interface Control Documents (ICDs) for cross-system interfaces between space assets and ground segments, ensuring alignment with the technical baseline. The role requires DoD program experience, excellent technical writing, and strong coordination with configuration management, ERBs, CCBs, and prime contractors to

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, computer science, or related field.
• 8+ years of experience in satellite systems, spacecraft development, or aerospace engineering, with DoD programs.
• Experience developing or managing ICDs for complex systems.
• Strong ability to read and create schematics, interface diagrams, and data communication structures.
• Excellent technical writing and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop, author, and maintain ICDs for cross-system interfaces between space and ground segments.
• Serve as ICD owner, coordinating inputs and ensuring alignment with the baseline.
• Coordinate with Configuration Management for ERBs and CCBs.
• Develop interface diagrams, data dictionaries, and telemetry mappings.
• Identify interface risks and drive issue resolution across teams.
• Support system integration and test activities with authoritative documentation.

Skills

Interface systems engineering

Technical writing

Communication skills

Stakeholder coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field

Master's degree (desired)

Tools

DOORS

Cameo

Job description

ENSCO Inc. seeks an Interface Systems Engineer to work with government mission leaders and program teams on a critical space mission capability.

You will develop, maintain, and own Interface Control Documents (ICDs) for cross-system interfaces between space assets and ground segments, ensuring alignment with the technical baseline. The role requires DoD program experience, excellent technical writing, and strong coordination with configuration management, ERBs, CCBs, and prime contractors to