Program Systems Engineering Lead

Lynker Corporation•Greenbelt, MD

4d•$160,000 - $210,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Lynker Corporation is seeking a dynamic and experienced Program Systems Engineering Lead to join their team. This position will provide senior-level engineering, scientific, and programmatic support to the NOAA Low Earth Orbit (LEO) Program. The role involves working directly with the LEO Senior Scientist and LEO Chief Systems Engineer on systems engineering, mission science, and algorithm management, covering the entire lifecycle from architecture and requirements through launch, operations, and transition. The ideal candidate will be located in Greenbelt, MD, and can work either hybrid or on-site. This position is contingent upon contract award.

Requirements

Advanced degree (or equivalent experience) in systems engineering, aerospace engineering, or physical/environmental science.
15 – 20 years experience related to the above requirements
Deep knowledge of satellite systems engineering — orbit/attitude determination, launch and early operations, and configuration management.
Strong mission science/Earth observation background, able to translate data effectiveness into operational and customer applications.
Experience with software engineering standards, metrics, and requirements analysis in a government/aerospace environment.
Working knowledge of sensor and Environmental Data Record (EDR) algorithm management, including calibration and validation.
Proven ability to serve as technical liaison across multiple organizations (NOAA, NASA, Flight/Ground, science teams) and align stakeholder requirements.
Familiarity with direct broadcast services, frequency/spectrum management, and RF spectrum policy.
Strong project management, technical writing, and briefing/review-board skills, with excellent written and verbal communication.

Responsibilities

Assess the societal/economic benefits of LEO data and prepare value assessment reports of LEO observations.
Support the LEO Senior Scientist in communicating mission science data effectiveness and customer applications, and in bridging the research and operations communities.
Review LEO system implementation plans, operational concepts, orbit/attitude determination requirements, launch and early operations procedures, and configuration management.
Support the LEO Chief Systems Engineer with technical documentation, software engineering process/metrics review, requirements analysis, system architecture and concept of operations, and subject matter expertise on operations, direct broadcast, and frequency management.
Coordinate with NOAA/NASA LEO Program and Project Scientists and algorithm science staff to ensure consistency in Program Systems Engineering (PSE) and science efforts.
Provide subject matter expertise on system installation, integration, testing, and transition to operations, and support acquisition planning activities.
Consult with NOAA stakeholders on strategies to mitigate the sale of RF spectrum targeted for commercial use.
Serve as liaison among the LEO Program, Flight Project, Ground Segment, STAR Science Team Leads, NESDIS OCS/SAE, and external groups on algorithm/data product performance, system interfaces, and requirements verification.
Assess sensor performance waivers and anomalies affecting data products; guide Flight Project on sensor test, calibration, and characterization adequacy.
Contribute to LEO Algorithm Management Project policy/strategy and document algorithms and technical reports.
Provide project management support (schedules, risks, issue resolution) for development, verification, calibration, validation, and maintenance of LEO science algorithms and data products.

Benefits

Comprehensive healthcare for the employee at no monthly cost
Healthcare benefit covers medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision
Personal Time Off (PTO) Policy plus paid holidays
Highly competitive compensation plan regularly calibrated against industry and location benchmarks
401(k) retirement plan with company-matching
Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) – we're all company owners!
Flexible spending accounts
Employee assistance program (EAP)
Short- and long-term disability insurance
Life and accident insurance
Tuition assistance/Training/Workforce improvement reimbursement per year
Spot bonuses for exceptional performance
Annual Employee Recognition Awards with bonuses
Employee Referral Program
Free centralized, self-directed Learning Management System to learn at your own pace
Personalized career growth plans for every employee