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Maxar Technologies · 1 day ago

Transition to Operations Engineer

El Segundo, CA

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

$81K/yr - $173K/yr

6+ years exp

Maxar Technologies is seeking a Transition to Operations Engineer to work with the U.S. Space Force in developing and deploying missile warning and intelligence capabilities. The role involves guiding programs through operational acceptance and sustainment, ensuring systems are ready and aligned with user needs.

AerospaceGeospatialGovernmentRemote SensingSatellite CommunicationTelecommunications

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Guide the program through the critical shift from development, integration, and test into operational acceptance and long-term sustainment

Work across government, FFRDC, and contractor teams to ensure space and ground systems are operationally ready, supportable, and aligned with user needs

Help shape operational concepts, readiness criteria, and transition plans for a highest-priority military space program

Contribute to the acquisition and development of space sensing capabilities

Qualification

STEM degreeSystems engineeringTransition to OperationsSpace operations experienceDoD acquisition programsStakeholder engagementProgram managementSystems engineering processesSPF 13-604TS/SCI clearanceMasters degreeCommunication skillsCollaboration skillsInitiativeFast-paced environment

Required

Secret clearance

Bachelor's degree in a STEM field

6+ years of experience supporting large-scale national security space missions in systems engineering and integration

5+ years of experience leading or supporting Transition to Operations (TTO) efforts for DoD space or ground software programs

Experience with space operations or ground segment operations, including test, checkout, and operational acceptance

Experience with DoD acquisition programs, stakeholder engagement, and program or project management

Knowledge of systems engineering management and processes, including life-cycle integration, requirements development, verification and validation, test, and integration

Ability to communicate clearly and build collaborative relationships with government clients, FFRDCs, and contractor teammates

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, demonstrate initiative, and contribute to the national security mission