Systems Engineer

Galapagos Federal Systems LLC.•Arlington, VA

9d•$165,000 - $175,000•Onsite

About The Position

Galapagos Federal Systems LLC is seeking a qualified Systems Engineer Level 2 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, contributing to the development, acquisition, integration, and sustainment of advanced capabilities that strengthen USSF readiness and operational effectiveness. The ideal candidate is a technically skilled and mission-focused professional who combines systems engineering expertise, strategic thinking, and strong communication skills to deliver results in a fast-paced DoD environment.

Requirements

Active DoD Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility
5+ years of relevant Department of Defense (DoD) experience supporting systems engineering, acquisition, RDT&E, or related technical programs
Experience supporting System Program Offices (SPOs), Program Management Offices (PMOs), or the delivery of systems and capabilities to SPOs/PMOs
Demonstrated experience with Research, Development, Test, and Evaluation (RDT&E) and test and training materiel systems
Experience supporting the deployment, integration, operation, and sustainment of space test and training materiel systems
Strong knowledge of Systems Engineering (SE) principles and processes, including practical application to system RDT&E, integration, and fielding
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 in one or more relevant space technology domains, such as 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, or Space Battle Management and Control
Ability to work full-time on-site and travel up to 25%, as required to support program needs
Bachelor of Science (BS) degree 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.

Responsibilities

Conduct feasibility studies and concept exploration to evaluate potential system and capability solutions
Support Design Reference Mission (DRM) engineering and associated system analysis activities
Develop and refine Concepts of Operations (CONOPS) to support mission and operational requirements
Develop and manage system requirements, Interface Control Documents (ICDs), verification plans, system validation activities, and operational support requirements
Perform change management and technical analysis to assess impacts to system requirements, interfaces, schedules, 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)
Support systems engineering activities throughout Research, Development, Test, and Evaluation (RDT&E), integration, fielding, and sustainment
Collaborate with government, engineering, acquisition, and program stakeholders to support successful system and capability delivery