Noblis · 1 day ago
Mission Protection Systems Engineer
Las Cruces, NM
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$146K/yr - $228K/yr
7+ years expNoblis is focused on tackling the nation's toughest problems by providing advanced solutions to critical missions for government clients. They are seeking a Mission Protection Systems Engineer to deliver Systems Engineering and Technical Advisory services aimed at protecting space systems, including providing technical expertise, overseeing integration of capabilities, and supporting training development.
Information TechnologyNational SecurityNon Profit
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Provide technical expertise and advice on space protection and space situational awareness
Oversee integration of space protection functions/capabilities of delivered systems; provides analysis of schedules, capabilities delivered best meet operational needs—near, and long-term
Provide technical support in the development and execution of space protection exercises and refinement and optimization of system capabilities employment and Concepts of Operations
Provide technical support in the development of space protection training materials
Analyze and provide recommendations to multiple government customers, providing key information, possible risks and impacts and potential improvements to government managers and other points of contact
Qualification
Required
Active Top Secret/SCI clearance with Counterintelligence (CI) Polygraph
US Citizenship is required
Bachelor's degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) or relevant field with 9 years of experience OR Master's degree in STEM or relevant field with 7 year of related experience
Knowledge of satellite constellations, spacecraft orbit, and ground station characteristics
Current knowledge of counter space threats
Experience with rendezvous and proximity operations for developing scenarios and mitigations
Experience with orbital mechanics and associated tools (i.e. System Toolkit (STK) or SOAP)
RF knowledge expertise (basic understanding of RF principles), knowledge of GEOINT and SIGINT constellation and tasking process
Experience with US Space Force space operations structure
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks and deliverables
Ability to work independently and with a team, operate effectively with contractor, SETA, FFRDC, and Government teammates
Quickly crafts briefings and talking points for the government with minimal guidance. Represents government and their interests in various forums
Preferred
Real-time operations experience as a spacecraft operator or vehicle engineer
Familiar with MBSE/Digital Engineering, AGILE development, cloud technologies
Self-starter, proactively addresses customer requirements with no supervision; expert at defining solutions for broad, abstract topics
Master at collaboration and coordination with multiple stakeholders - consensus builder
Polished communicator (written/verbal); impeccable interpersonal skills and personal judgment
Benefits
Health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits
Paid leave
Professional development
Tuition assistance
Work-life programs
Company
Noblis
Noblis is a nonprofit science, tech strategy organization that works in the public interest to help clients solve most complex problems.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Mile Corrigan
President and CEO
William Streilein
Chief Technology Officer
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