GPS IIIF - Mission Operations & Integration Systems Engineer - SSC GSIS
About The Position
Stellar Solutions is seeking a Mission Operations & Integration Systems Engineer to support GPS enterprise evolution under SSC/GSIS. The role supports integration of space, ground, and user-segment capabilities for resilient positioning, navigation, and timing (PNT), with a focus on GPS IIIF mission operations integration and readiness. Work includes system-of-systems (SoS) integration, end-to-end test planning, operational readiness, and transition to operations. The engineer coordinates plans, risks, reviews, and activities with government, contractor, and cross-functional teams, and may contribute to launch planning, execution, and on-orbit operations. The position is located in El Segundo, California, with expected travel below 10%.
Requirements
- At least 10 years of experience in space systems engineering, integration, and testing.
- At least 10 years of experience in system-of-systems integration and integrated testing across space, ground, and user segments.
- Experience with operational testing, operational acceptance, and transition-to-operations planning.
- Familiarity with Confluence and Jira.
- Strong communication and teamwork skills.
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Mathematics, Physics, or Computer Science.
- Secret security clearance required.
Nice To Haves
- At least 15 years of experience in space vehicle systems engineering, integration, and testing (SV SEI&T).
- Launch and satellite operations experience.
- Broad systems engineering and program management exposure across multiple lifecycle phases.
- Knowledge of Department of Defense acquisition milestones and systems engineering, test, and production policies and practices.
- Knowledge of GPS space, ground, and user segments.
- Strong writing and interpersonal communication skills.
- Top Secret security clearance.
- Master’s degree.
- PMP, ESEP, CSEP, or OCSMP certification.
Responsibilities
- Perform system-of-systems integration and end-to-end test planning for space, ground, and user elements.
- Support mission-readiness planning, including operational testing, operational acceptance, and transition to operations.
- Develop integrated plans and schedules and prepare decision briefings.
- Manage risks and action items.
- Participate in cross-functional systems engineering and integration activities and coordinate with stakeholders.
- Coordinate plans, risks, and reviews with government and contractor teams.
- Contribute to launch planning and execution and on-orbit operations, as applicable.
Benefits
- Annual performance bonus.
- Employer-funded Profit-Sharing Plan contribution based on base compensation.
- Comprehensive employer-paid medical benefits.
- PTO pay-out options.
- Additional company-sponsored benefits.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
