Blackstone Talent Group · 15 hours ago
Satellite Ground System Engineer
Colorado Springs, CO
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$115K/yr - $140K/yr
6+ years expBlackstone Talent Group is an award-winning technology consulting and talent agency seeking a Satellite Ground System Engineer to join our Client's team. In this role, you will develop and implement innovative solutions for critical satellite ground system elements, ensuring efficient command and control of the nation's space-based defense capabilities.
ConsultingHuman ResourcesRecruitingStaffing Agency
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Develop and design cutting-edge solutions to optimize the efficiency, security, and sustainability of ground system elements and mission suites within the MDSEA framework
Conduct comprehensive studies and analyses, define detailed requirements, engineer preliminary and detailed ground system architectures, and oversee system development for enterprise services, satellite ground systems, and operations centers (including supporting facilities)
Support projects from initiation through requirements management, task execution, and ground system sustainment
Document designs and create comprehensive implementation and test plans for execution by sustainment personnel
Partner with system administrators, cybersecurity, DevSecOps, test teams, project managers, software developers, network engineers, and application teams to ensure seamless integration and compliance with all relevant standards and policies
Work collaboratively with Project Managers to define tasks and schedules
Qualification
Required
Must have 6, or more, years of general (full-time) work experience + May be reduced with the completion of advanced education
Must have 3, or more, years of IT OR satellite experience
Must have 1, or more, years of experience in systems engineering related to satellite ground systems
Must have a fundamental understanding of Requirements Analysis and Management principles
Must have a proficient understanding of the System Engineering V-Model and engineering lifecycle
Must have an active DoD Secret Security Clearance
Preferred
Have a Bachelor's, or higher, degree in a related field (e.g., Systems Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering)
Have an active DoD Top Secret Clearance with TS/SCI eligibility
Have experience working within the Missile Defense Agency (MDA) or other Department of Defense (DoD) organizations
Have Space operations experience
Have competency in developing and editing the Department of Defense Architecture Framework (DoDAF) (or equivalent framework)
Be able to logically decompose complex mission systems into manageable components
Have experience in developing detailed implementation plans for new solutions and systems
Have work experience that includes effectively troubleshooting and applying critical thinking skills to resolve IT system dependencies, impacts, and sustainability challenges
Be familiar with Agile development methodologies
Be familiar with cloud computing (server and serverless) technologies (e.g., Amazon Web Services (AWS), Microsoft Azure, Red Hat OpenShift)
Have experience working with SysML and MBSE tools such as Cameo Systems Modeler (No Magic), IBM Rhapsody, or Sparx Enterprise Architect
Have one or more certifications in relevant areas (e.g., INCOSE ASEP, CompTIA Security+)
Company
Blackstone Talent Group
Blackstone Talent Group specializes in providing clients with the best talent in the industry.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
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Recruiting Partner
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