Ground Systems Engineer - (BGSE052826.1)

Cimarron•Colorado Springs, CO

1d•Remote

About The Position

Cimarron is seeking experienced Ground Systems Engineers. The chosen candidate can work from the following locations: Seal Beach, CA; El Segundo, CA; Colorado Springs, CO; Herndon, VA.

Requirements

Due to facility security requirements, only U.S. citizens are eligible for consideration at this time.
Ability to complete a pre-employment background check and drug screening, which will include, but is not limited to, testing for marijuana use.
This position requires access to federal facilities.
Candidates must possess a valid, unexpired Real ID-compliant driver's license or state-issued identification card at the time of hire.
Current TS/SCI or ability to obtain DoD TS from previously-held security clearance.
5 or more years of general experience.
Experience with in orbit satellite systems or ground systems operations.
Bachelors degree.

Nice To Haves

Familiar with command & telemetry.
Familiar with flight dynamics.
Familiar with planning & scheduling.
Real-time C++ developer experience.
Experience with Java.
Experience with AWS cloud architect.
Linux administration experience.
Familiar with ground operations.

Responsibilities

Design, develop, and integrate ground systems architecture in support of space, defense, or communications programs.
Define ground system requirements and ensure traceability to higher-level system and mission requirements.
Develop and maintain ground system interface control documents (ICDs) and technical specifications.
Support system architecture trades and design decisions across ground and space segments.
Lead ground systems integration, verification, and validation (IV&V) activities.
Develop and execute test plans, procedures, and acceptance test criteria for ground system components.
Coordinate hardware and software integration across subsystems including command and control, telemetry, and data processing.
Support factory acceptance testing (FAT) and site acceptance testing (SAT).
Provide technical support for ground system installation, commissioning, and operational standup.
Develop and maintain ground system operations concepts (CONOPs) and procedures.
Support anomaly resolution and root cause analysis for ground system issues.
Assist in the development of operator training materials and maintenance documentation.
Design and support ground communication networks including RF, satellite links, and data networks.
Ensure ground system connectivity and interoperability with space vehicle or airborne assets.
Define and manage link budgets and RF frequency coordination.
Capture, track, and manage ground system requirements using tools such as DOORS or JAMA.
Prepare and present technical documentation for design reviews including SRR, PDR, and CDR.
Maintain configuration control of ground system baselines and support change management processes.
Coordinate with systems engineers, software developers, RF engineers, and program managers across the program.
Interface with government customers and prime contractors during technical reviews and program milestones.
Support proposal efforts including technical writing, basis of estimate (BOE) development, and staffing.