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BTAS, Inc. · 5 months ago

System Architect

Colorado Springs, CO

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

$188K/yr - $191K/yr

BTAS, Inc. is a woman-owned small business focused on providing IT, Engineering, and Program Management services, particularly in the defense sector. They are seeking a System Architect to support the Space Systems Command in advancing the U.S. space capabilities through the development and integration of mission-critical systems. The role involves providing technical support across the acquisition life cycle, advising on cost and performance, and developing necessary documentation for government programs.

FinanceInformation Technology

Diversity & Inclusion

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

Responsibilities

Provide space acquisitions, engineering, operations, and technical support across all stages of the acquisition life cycle

Support acquisition efforts for advanced technology, future concept development, and integration activities

Advise and assist the government on cost, schedule, and performance matters

Draft and revise Joint Capabilities Integrated Development System (JCIDS) and acquisition documentation for government program managers

Assist with presenting acquisition and technical documentation to internal and external stakeholders

Develop documents such as capability requirements, acquisition strategies, technical evaluations, system specifications, training materials, and reports using the latest government guidance

Provide technical and programmatic status reports on individual programs or portfolios upon request

Identify and recommend improvements in acquisition processes, technical approaches, and organizational structures

Assist in establishing and maintaining a government risk management program, including risk identification and mitigation planning

Monitor program schedules, acquisition implementation, and risks. Maintain and update acquisition reports by aligning execution data with baselines

Advise the government program manager on technical engagements, including technical interchange meetings, design reviews, conferences, and working groups

Maintain awareness of all programs and technology development efforts within the portfolio

Assist integrated product teams and working groups and establish relationships with customers and contractors

Provide technical and operational insight to support mission protection, operations, and mission data assessments

Recommend solutions for technical anomalies and support audits, compliance inspections, and readiness reviews

Provide modeling, simulation, and analysis (MS&A) and architecture development support for Space Protection and Space Control missions

Define and develop mission area architectures, force packaging, and courses of action for evaluation

Demonstrate proficiency in MS&A tools to provide analysis, advice, and interpretation of results

Qualification

ModelingSimulationSpace Defense ExpertiseTechnical DocumentationRisk ManagementAcquisition StrategiesSoft Skills

Required

REQUIRED SECURITY CLEARANCE: TS with SCI eligibility; willing to take a CI polygraph

Experience providing modeling and simulation support

Engineering and technical expertise for modeling, simulation, and analysis support for space defense efforts (Assessment of National Space Control Capabilities (ANSCC), Space Protection Program (SPP), Space Situational Awareness (SSA), National-level and Joint-level studies and analysis, as required)

Executive Agent for Space Systems (EASS) expertise in the following areas: detailed working knowledge of modeling, simulation, and study activities

Expertise in performing and implementing National-level studies

Expertise and support in leading analysis of alternative and concept of operation type studies

This position must be a SME Recognized Industry Leader

BS/BA degree is required