Missile Defense Integration Systems Engineer

Space Dynamics Laboratory•Colorado Springs, CO

5d•$157,000 - $197,000•Onsite

About The Position

Space Dynamics Laboratory (SDL) Strategic & Military Space Division is seeking a senior, highly-motivated Missile Defense and Space Systems Engineer/Architect to support efforts in Colorado Springs, CO. The selected candidate will serve as an embedded subject matter expert (SME) with the Missile Defense Agency (MDA) Space Capabilities Directorate. Missile Defense system development, design, integration, test and program execution experience, involving the utilization of overhead sensor data, with advanced, integrated, air and missile defense systems, is required. The selected candidate will support program managers and other technical professionals in defining requirements, interfaces, allocation of capabilities, and leading the integration and verification testing across multiple partner capabilities, programs, and weapon systems including space, space-to-ground, and ground segments. Candidates are required to have demonstrated, superior technical leadership skills and extensive subject matter expertise in space systems and systems engineering disciplines. An active DoW TS clearance with SCI eligibility is required. The selected candidate should be an expert in systems engineering and system of systems architectures. The selected candidate should possess a broad knowledge, understanding, and perspective on the application of systems engineering to the design, development, test, and fielding of complex on-orbit prototype demonstrations and operational constellations of military space systems. The selected candidate will support MDA and their development of new space capabilities and architectures.

Requirements

Demonstrated expertise and experience in space vehicles, space systems development, satellite ground systems development, missile defense enterprise, and missile defense C2 systems
Proven experience with System of Systems integration across multiple organizations/agencies
Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related science
15+ years of relevant experience
Strong leadership and interpersonal skills
Working knowledge of current IC and/or DoW classified and unclassified space systems and architectures
Working knowledge of state-of-the-market hardware and/or software capabilities used in satellite systems
Ability to work in a fast-paced, initiative-driven environment and to quickly prioritize and accomplish technical tasks
Knowledge of systems engineering techniques and their application to large, DoW development programs
Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, with program management, customers, developers, and colleagues
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with customers
Must be a U.S. citizen and have an active DoW Top Secret security clearance with SCI eligibility
Must be able to travel to contractor and customer facilities
Must be located or willing to relocate to Colorado Springs, CO

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree or PhD in engineering or related science field, with 20+ years of relevant experience
Recent experience in space systems programs or technology
Experience with DoW engineering policies and best practices
Experience with the test and evaluation of missile defense interceptor systems
An active DoW TS/SCI clearance with previous experience on SAP programs

Responsibilities

Leads, organizes, and conducts trade studies, design analyses, and engineering analyses/studies to identify and resolve issues impacting MDA missions, functions, programs, and systems
Leads the system-of-systems integration of complex space and ground segments, ensuring seamless data flow and communication
Proactively identifies technical problems through application of technical expertise and analysis
Utilizes connections within the Intelligence Community (IC) and the DoW to identify resources, partnership opportunities, related program activities, and technical data
Supports MDA activities by providing technical leadership in multiple areas within and across the MDA enterprise
Informs management and recommends courses of action while maintaining open lines of communication with stakeholders, customers, developers, and colleagues
Anticipates risks and develops contingency plans to manage them
Effectively communicates technical results, both verbally and in writing
Represents MDA at government/industry forums and meetings, technical meetings, and symposia
Leads cross-organizational project teams
Mentors technical staff, developing and growing the next generation of technical leaders