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Leidos · 3 weeks ago

Satellite Ground Systems Engineer

10160 Washington DC

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$131K/yr - $237K/yr

10+ years exp

Leidos is seeking an experienced Satellite Systems engineer who will be responsible for providing subject matter expertise in all aspects of Space Vehicle and Ground Station infrastructure integration to a government customer. The ideal candidate will have experience in all aspects of the production and integration and test phases of a space system acquisition.

ComputerGovernmentInformation ServicesInformation TechnologyNational SecuritySoftware

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Construct and review engineering documents and provide SME support for source selections

Oversee contractor production and Integration and Test activities and report progress and outcomes to customer

Provide technical advice/input to customer’s System Program Director that lays the strategic foundation for critical capabilities and customer’s present and future initiatives

Resolve highly complex and multi-dimensional problems requiring consideration of variables that impact multiple aspects of the project/program

Lead development of highly innovative products/solutions, achieved through collaboration and dialogue with other experts in the field

Qualification

Satellite Systems EngineeringSpace Vehicle IntegrationDoD Special Access ProgramGovernment Acquisition SupportTechnical DocumentationMicrosoft OfficeCommunication SkillsProblem Solving

Required

BS in Aerospace Engineering or related field and 12 years of prior relevant experience, or Master's Degree with 10 years of prior relevant experience

Working knowledge and demonstrated experience with DoD Special Access Program or IC equivalent activities

Experience providing support to a government acquisition program office, in a military, SETA, or civil servant capacity

Must have an active Top Secret Clearance, with SCI Eligibility, to be considered

Eligibility for access to Special Access Program Information

Willingness to submit to and successfully complete a Counterintelligence polygraph

Must have the ability to work in a very dynamic environment and effectively interact with numerous DOD, military/civilian personnel and industry partners

Working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, and Excel)

Ability to communicate with executive leadership regarding matters of significant importance to the organization