Systems Engineer, SME

Galapagos Federal Systems LLC.•Arlington, VA

22h•$235,000 - $250,000•Onsite

About The Position

Galapagos Federal Systems LLC is seeking an experienced Systems Engineer Subject Matter Expert (SME) to support the United States Space Force (USSF) and its mission-critical space operations. In this role, you will support the Space Force Program Acquisition Executive for Infrastructure (SFPAE-I) and Space Systems Command’s System Delta 81, providing senior-level systems engineering expertise to advance the development, acquisition, integration, and sustainment of critical capabilities supporting USSF readiness and operational effectiveness. The ideal candidate is a highly experienced, mission-focused professional who combines deep systems engineering expertise, strategic insight, and strong communication skills to solve complex technical challenges and support successful program execution in a fast-paced DoD environment.

Requirements

Active DoD Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility
15+ years of relevant Department of Defense (DoD) experience supporting systems engineering, RDT&E, acquisition, or related technical programs
Experience supporting System Program Offices (SPOs), Program Management Offices (PMOs), or system and capability delivery to SPOs/PMOs
Extensive experience with Research, Development, Test, and Evaluation (RDT&E) and test and training materiel systems
Demonstrated experience with the deployment, integration, operation, and sustainment of space test and training materiel systems
Advanced knowledge and practical application of Systems Engineering (SE) principles and processes supporting system RDT&E, integration, fielding, and lifecycle activities
Experience with Cameo Systems Modeler and Systems Modeling Language (SysML)
Working knowledge of the Joint Capabilities Integration and Development System (JCIDS) and DoD Architecture Framework (DoDAF) processes and artifacts
Experience across relevant space technology disciplines, including space system architectures, satellite and ground segment design, electro-optical/infrared (EO/IR) and radio frequency (RF) sensors, astrodynamics, propulsion, Guidance, Navigation and Control (GNC), space data communications, and Space Battle Management and Control
Ability to work full-time on-site and travel up to 25%, as required
Masters of Science (MS) degree (required) in Systems Engineering or a related engineering field (e.g., Mechanical, Electrical, Software, etc.)
Degrees in other Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) fields may be considered with substantial, relevant professional experience
Degrees in other STEM fields may also be considered with significant, relevant professional experience
Must be a U.S. Citizen.
A high-level Department of Defense active security clearance is/may be required.
Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to government information.

Responsibilities

Lead and support feasibility studies and concept exploration to evaluate advanced system and capability solutions
Perform Design Reference Mission (DRM) engineering and mission-level systems analysis
Develop and refine Concepts of Operations (CONOPS) to support mission, operational, and system requirements
Lead the development and management of system requirements, Interface Control Documents (ICDs), verification plans, system validation activities, and operational support requirements
Perform change management, impact assessments, and technical analysis to support system and program objectives
Assess, align, and integrate Planning, Programming, Budgeting, and Execution (PPBE) activities with technical efforts across SFPAE-I and System Delta 81 (SYD 81)
Provide senior-level systems engineering expertise throughout Research, Development, Test, and Evaluation (RDT&E), integration, fielding, and sustainment
Provide technical guidance and recommendations to government, engineering, acquisition, and program leadership to support successful system and capability delivery