SDA Battlespace Intelligence Autonomy and Collection Management Engineer

Odyssey Systems Consulting Group, Ltd.•Chantilly, VA

9h•$160,000 - $170,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Odyssey Systems has an exciting opportunity providing Advisory and Assistance Services supporting the US Space Force and its mission to protect and defend National Security Interests in Space as an SDA Battlespace Intelligence Autonomy and Collection Management Engineer in support of the US Space Force, Space Systems Command’s Battlespace Awareness Acquisition Delta. This position provides Advisory and Assistance Services (A&AS) support to design, develop, deliver, and sustain intelligent sensing capabilities that enhance SDA decision intelligence, reduce data-to-information latency, and enable interagency coordination in support of acquisition activities. In this role, you will blend expertise in software engineering, orbital dynamics, sensor operations, and space warfighting to deliver multi-mission solutions to information gathering challenges in a dynamic mission environment. This is a full-time position based in the vicinity of Chantilly, VA with the opportunity for occasional telework at the discretion of the Government.

Requirements

Must be a US citizen
Active Secret clearance, eligible for Top Secret/SCI
Master's degree in Aerospace Engineering, or a related discipline
2 years of directly relevant experience, all of which must be in the DoD or Intelligence Community
Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively with government customers, FFRDCs, and industry partners in a highly dynamic environment
Strong organizational, analytical, and communication skills (both written and verbal), with the ability to produce clear documentation and deliver impactful briefings
Self-motivated and capable of working independently, as well as part of diverse multidisciplinary teams
Familiarity with cloud-native architectures, data engineering, and AI/ML operations (MLOps) best practices
Direct work experience in foundational and operational intelligence software acquisition

Nice To Haves

Active TS/SCI, agreeable to polygraph
PhD in Aerospace Engineering with research pertaining directly to sensor orchestration and space vehicle tracking
2+ years of direct experience leading government, contractor, and/or FFRDC teams in mission engineering, sensor orchestration, or space vehicle tracking application development.
Prior experience in the accreditation and operation of DoD computer networks, including the Risk Management Framework (RMF) process
Prior Experience as a Program or Project Manager in a DoD, MDA, or IC Acquisition organization
Prior experience as an A&AS contractor in a DoD, MDA, or IC Acquisition organization
DoD Acquisition, Logistics, or Sustainment experience supporting similar requirements in Department of Defense, Missile Defense Agency, Intelligence Community, Federally Funded Research Development Center (FFRDC), or DoD/DoE Laboratory organizations
Familiarity and proven work experience with DoD Acquisition Program Management, including DoD Adaptive Acquisition Framework (5000 series) processes and requirements
Experience developing solicitation documents (RFI, RFP, PWS, SOW) and evaluating proposals

Responsibilities

Lead and support the design, development, and maturation of USSF intelligence analysis systems to meet SDA and Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (ISR) objectives, including improving data fusion, analytics, and system autonomy.
Coordinate with government, Federally Funded Research and Development Centers (FFRDCs), and contractor teams to integrate AI-driven innovations into broader SDA architectures and operational concepts.
Develop and execute program plans, schedules, and budgets for Battlespace Intelligence initiatives, ensuring alignment with strategic goals and compliance with relevant DoD directives.
Provide technical recommendations and strategic guidance to government personnel on the application of AI to SDA activities, focusing on risk mitigation, capability delivery, and sustainment.
Support development of proposals, statements of work, and other acquisition documents to facilitate industry engagement and the rapid prototyping of AI solutions.
Oversee and guide activities related to the DoD RMF framework, ensuring AI/ML platforms and data sets are accredited and maintained in a secure, cyber-resilient state.
Advise on best practices for accelerating the data-to-information cycle, leveraging advanced analytics and machine learning pipelines to reduce latency for operational decision-makers.
Identify and manage program risks, proactively devising risk mitigation strategies and supporting technology insertion efforts that align with SDA objectives.
Engage in cross-functional collaborations that integrate AI-based tools and training capabilities, ensuring readiness for both human operators (Guardians) and autonomous intelligent systems.
Perform regular reporting, documentation, and briefings to government leadership, ensuring transparency and accountability for all AI program management activities.
Travel to CONUS and OCONUS locations at the request of the Government.
Other duties as required/requested by the Government within the scope of the S3 contract.