Chief Systems of Systems Integrator

IESE Solutions•El Segundo, CA

About The Position

IESE Solutions is seeking a Chief Systems of Systems Engineer to provide technical leadership and big-picture thinking in support of U.S. Space Force capabilities. The role leads and directs an SE&I team supporting the architecture, engineering, integration, testing, and fielding of the Space Warfighting System of Systems. Working alongside senior Space Force officers and executives, the position leads development of systems-of-systems engineering and integration plans and processes; performs architectural analysis; defines and manages requirements; controls interfaces; and designs, integrates, and tests end-to-end capabilities, mission threads, and kill chains. The technical leader works with SE&I team members and the U.S. Space Force to develop, rapidly deploy, and integrate resilient space, ground, and user capabilities across the space enterprise. The role also identifies areas requiring early mitigation and develops advanced technology solutions. Responsibilities include systems engineering leadership and program management in support of enterprise reviews and governance boards, analyzing problems, preparing technical reports, making recommendations, and working with government and corporate executive leaders and stakeholders to implement solutions. Work location: Los Angeles AFB, El Segundo, California.

Requirements

  • 18 or more years of experience in defense systems engineering and development, including Joint space operations, C5ISR, and battle management systems.
  • 5 or more years of experience serving in a systems engineering leadership role for large-scale space system-of-systems programs.
  • Experience using Microsoft Office programs, including Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.
  • Experience working within the DoD acquisition system.
  • Knowledge of Department of War acquisition systems, lifecycle planning, program management, and key program milestones.
  • Ability to be highly motivated, display a dynamic work ethic, and contribute to the DoD mission.
  • Ability to interact daily with executive leadership.
  • Ability to drive organizational change with limited authority.
  • Top Secret clearance.
  • Bachelor's degree in an Engineering field.

Nice To Haves

  • Experience practicing MBSE.
  • Experience in Agile planning and systems development.
  • Knowledge of Space Force systems and warfighting missions.
  • Excellent leadership and interpersonal skills.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • TS/SCI clearance.
  • Master's degree in a STEM or Space field.

Responsibilities

  • Lead and direct the technical effort of an SE&I team supporting the Space Warfighting System of Systems.
  • Lead development and definition of systems-of-systems engineering and integration plans and processes.
  • Perform architectural analysis; define and manage requirements; and control interfaces.
  • Design, integrate, and test end-to-end capabilities, mission threads, and kill chains.
  • Work with SE&I team members and the U.S. Space Force to develop, rapidly deploy, and integrate resilient space, ground, and user capabilities.
  • Identify areas requiring urgent mitigation early and develop advanced technology solutions.
  • Perform systems engineering leadership and program management in support of enterprise reviews and governance boards.
  • Analyze problems, develop technical reports, and make recommendations.
  • Work with government and corporate executive leaders and stakeholders to implement recommended solutions.

Benefits

  • Company 401(k) contribution up to 10% of qualifying salaries, with no employee match required, following the company’s vesting plan.
  • Medical insurance.
  • Dental insurance.
  • Vision insurance.
  • Life and AD&D insurance.
  • Company-paid long-term disability insurance.
  • Short-term disability insurance.
  • Discretionary performance bonus.
  • Federal holidays.
  • Paid time off.
  • Flexible hours.
  • Flexible work hours and a supportive, collaborative work environment.
  • Continuous education sponsorship.
  • Career opportunities to participate in next-generation space sensing enterprise ground system integration, test, and deployment, and to develop or enhance professional skills and networks.
  • Competitive and flexible compensation package based on qualifications, security clearance eligibility, and role.
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