Sr. Systems Engineer – Command & Control (C2) Satellite System

Tech7 Consulting Llc; El Segundo (CA); On-site; USD 183,000 - 261,000; Full time

Job summary

Tech7 is seeking a Senior Systems Engineer – Command & Control (C2) Satellite Systems to join our team in El Segundo, CA. The role requires the ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret clearance and leads architecture, integration, and sustainment of mission-critical C2 systems.

You will mentor engineers, interface with government and industry partners, and drive engineering rigor across systems, cybersecurity, and RMF compliance for MILSATCOM programs and Space Force missions.

Qualifications

• 15+ years' experience in systems engineering with demonstrated technical leadership.
• Active Top Secret clearance or ability to obtain.
• 10+ years' experience in systems engineering supporting satellite command and control, TT&C, or ground segment systems.
• Demonstrated experience owning requirements baselines, ICDs, and technical review artifacts for complex systems.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain ESS Command & Control (C2) system requirements, operational concepts, and interface definitions supporting spacecraft command, telemetry, mission planning, and network operations.
• Define and manage C2 interfaces between ESS space, ground, terminal, cryptographic, and external mission partner systems.
• Support the development and integration of C2 architectures, including command generation, command authentication, telemetry processing, mission management, and operator workflows.
• Perform requirements analysis and develop verification methods for C2 functions, including command execution, telemetry reporting, fault management, and spacecraft control operations.
• Support development and maintenance of C2 Interface Control Documents (ICDs), command and telemetry databases, operator procedures, and mission thread products.
• Evaluate end-to-end command and telemetry data flows to ensure operational performance, resiliency, cybersecurity, and interoperability requirements are met.
• Support integration and test activities involving C2 systems, mission operations systems, spacecraft interfaces, and associated ground infrastructure.

Skills

Clear leadership

Strong communication

Mentoring engineers

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Physics

Master's degree in aerospace/electrical/systems engineering

Tools

Cameo Systems Modeler

Rhapsody

MagicDraw

DOORS

Jama

Jira

Confluence

Kratos

OpenC3

Yamcs

AWS Ground Station

FreeFlyer

STK

Job description

Sr. Systems Engineer – Command & Control (C2) Satellite System

Full Time Professional El Segundo, CA, US

2 days ago Requisition ID: 1153

Salary Range: $183,000.00 To $261,000.00 Annually

Tech 7 is seeking a Senior Systems Engineer – Command & Control (C2) Satellite Systems to join our team in El Segundo. You must be able to obtain and maintain a Top-Secret clearance.

Tech7 delivers advanced engineering solutions for intelligence, national security, and space customers, serving as a KBR subcontractor supporting Space Systems Command. In this role, you will lead the architecture, integration, and sustainment of mission‑critical satellite command and control systems as part of the MILSATCOM SE&I team. You’ll guide technical direction, mentor engineers, and act as a primary interface with government and industry partners on complex C2 engineering challenges.

The MILSATCOM Systems Engineering Integration and Test (MSEIT) effort provides leading-edge SE&I for the Space Force’s Space System Command. We support the acquisition, integration, and sustainment of state‑of‑the‑art satellite command and control systems, providing secure, reliable, and resilient space operations. We seek an experienced technical leader who can drive engineering rigor, resolve high‑impact technical issues, and represent the program in critical technical forums.

Why Join Us?

Innovative Projects: Lead work at the forefront of systems engineering, ground segment architecture, mission IT, and cybersecurity solutions for national security space systems.

Collaborative Environment: Be part of a dynamic team that thrives on collaboration and innovation, with the opportunity to shape technical direction and mentor rising engineers.

Impactful Work: Your leadership will be pivotal in engineering the command and control backbone that ensures safe, reliable operation of national and commercial space assets.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain ESS Command & Control (C2) system requirements, operational concepts, and interface definitions supporting spacecraft command, telemetry, mission planning, and network operations.
• Define and manage C2 interfaces between ESS space, ground, terminal, cryptographic, and external mission partner systems.
• Support the development and integration of C2 architectures, including command generation, command authentication, telemetry processing, mission management, and operator workflows.
• Perform requirements analysis and develop verification methods for C2 functions, including command execution, telemetry reporting, fault management, and spacecraft control operations.
• Support development and maintenance of C2 Interface Control Documents (ICDs), command and telemetry databases, operator procedures, and mission thread products.
• Evaluate end-to-end command and telemetry data flows to ensure operational performance, resiliency, cybersecurity, and interoperability requirements are met.
• Support integration and test activities involving C2 systems, mission operations systems, spacecraft interfaces, and associated ground infrastructure.
• Conduct technical assessments and trade studies related to C2 architecture, automation, mission planning, command authorization, and operational concepts.
• Collaborate with mission operations, cybersecurity, ground systems, flight software, and spacecraft engineering teams to resolve C2 design and integration issues.
• Support systems security engineering activities associated with secure command and control, command authentication, access control, and RMF compliance.
• Participate in system engineering reviews, operational readiness activities, and anomaly resolution efforts related to ESS C2 capabilities.
• Support configuration management and technical baseline control for C2 requirements, interfaces, mission data products, and operational documentation.

Requirements

• Ability to obtain a Top Secret clearance is required for this position; Active Top Secret Clearance or higher strongly preferred/required
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Physics, or related technical field (Master's degree preferred)
• 15+ years' experience in systems engineering, with demonstrated technical leadership
• 10+ years' experience in systems engineering supporting satellite command and control, TT&C, or ground segment systems
• Demonstrated experience owning requirements baselines, ICDs, and technical review artifacts for complex systems
• Strong working knowledge of CCSDS standards and TT&C system architecture
• Demonstrated experience leading trade studies, risk management, and technical decision-making
• Proven ability to lead and mentor engineering staff
• Excellent interpersonal skills, with demonstrated ability to interface with senior government and customer stakeholders
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including experience presenting at formal technical reviews
• Proficient in Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project)
• Master's degree in Aerospace Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineering, or related technical field
• INCOSE Certified Systems Engineering Professional (CSEP) or Expert Systems Engineering Professional (ESEP)
• Experience with MBSE tools (Cameo Systems Modeler, Rhapsody, MagicDraw) and requirements management tools (DOORS, Jama)
• Deep familiarity with C2 software platforms (Kratos, OpenC3, Yamcs, AWS Ground Station, FreeFlyer, STK)
• Experience with Jira and Confluence in a program management/technical leadership capacity
• Significant experience with MILSATCOM or major commercial satellite programs (e.g., AEHF, WGS, MUOS, PTES, FAB-T)
• Strong familiarity with space systems cybersecurity requirements (NIST 800-53, CNSSI 1253, RMF) and prior RMF/ATO leadership experience
• Experience with system safety practices and standards (e.g., MIL-STD-882) at a program leadership level
• Extensive experience working with military and DoD civilian clients on government space systems programs
• Experience mentoring or managing junior engineering staff

Work Location: Onsite
Travel Requirements: Moderate (technical reviews, customer meetings, site visits)
Working Hours: Standard business hours

Please note that the salary information shown below is a general guideline only. Salaries are commensurate with experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations. Annual Pay Transparency Range: $183,000.00 - $261,000.00

Tech7 is an equal opportunity organization. We recruit, employ, train, compensate, and promote without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law. Visit us at www.tech7.us .