E01-M01 Systems Network and C2 Architect Engineer

EXPANSIA•Albuquerque, NM

7d•Onsite

About The Position

Aether Aerospace, a Defense Technology platform formed by JHNA, CTSi, and EXPANSIA, is seeking a senior Systems Network and Command and Control (C2) Architect Engineer. This role supports the development of first-of-kind space vehicles and missions, providing System Engineering Technical Assistance (SETA) to the Space Rapid Capabilities Office (RCO) at Kirtland AFB, NM. The RCO is a streamlined organization focused on rapidly delivering operationally dominant space capabilities to meet U.S. Space Command requirements. The ideal candidate will be a leader and problem solver with expertise in developing, designing, building, and integrating space hardware and software within a high-profile, fast-paced, and classified environment. This is a full-time, permanent position located in Albuquerque, NM, with up to 30% travel within the continental United States.

Requirements

Active TS/SCI with SAP Eligibility, and willingness to sit for a CI Poly.
Relevant MA/MS/ME Degree from an ABET-accredited program.
A minimum of ten (10) years of DoD/IC, or relevant industry work experience.
No less than two (2) years of total SAP and/or SCI environment experience, with 1 year total within the last 5 years.
Experience with DoD acquisition, including documentation generation, presentation preparation, and supporting programmatic-focused discussions.
Proven experience and/or qualifications in requirements development for the DoD or IC.
Knowledge of space system engineering, development, and manufacturing.
Experience in network design, optimization, and security in classified and unclassified environments.
Strong understanding of networking protocols (TCP/IP, DNS, etc.), routing and switching, network security, virtualization, and cloud computing.
Ability to diagnose and resolve network issues effectively.
Experience in DoD program management, including program development and transition.
Experience monitoring network performance, identifying and resolving issues, and performing regular maintenance tasks like software updates and security patches.
Experience creating network blueprints, selecting appropriate hardware and software, and overseeing the setup of new networks or network expansions.
Understanding of operational environment and corresponding mission user needs.
Experience with Statements of Work (SOW) and Performance Work Statements (PWS).

Nice To Haves

Five (5) years of relevant DoD and/or Industry work experience with SAP and/or SCI.
Experience with network architecture for space vehicles and/or space ground systems.
System Engineering Technical Assistance (SETA) to Government program office.
Experience with rapid prototyping and transition to operations.
Experience with integrated air, space, and cyberspace capabilities.
Experience with ACAT I/II level acquisition programs.
Fluency with IC organizations.
Experience working in multiple classification environments and implementing cross-domain solutions.
Experience with online collaboration tools such as Confluence, SharePoint, and JIRA.
Experience with cloud computing tools, such as VMware, Amazon Web Services (AWS), or Microsoft Azure.

Responsibilities

Assist the government Program Manager with network design and implementation throughout the acquisition lifecycle.
Lead or support technical programs, projects, or tasks requiring engineering oversight.
Ensure completion of tasks within estimated time frames and budget constraints.
Provide input to the government customer concerning risks to performance, schedule, and budget.
Ensure the quality of program, project, or task deliverables meet or exceed standards and assess them to ensure they meet the warfighting purpose.
Plan and perform engineering research, design development, and other engineering assignments in conformance with design, engineering, and customer specifications.
Coordinate with multiple partners/agencies to ensure system engineering communities support delivery milestones.
Propose network adoption plans, application design, and management and monitoring, including potential hosting in a cloud environment.
Track and advise on design trades and associated cost, schedule, and technical impacts to requirements.
Support design, interpretation, and analysis of technical solutions to complex discipline-specific testing.
Translate complex ideas and data into simple, actionable recommendations or easily differentiated courses of action.
Communicate clearly, concisely, and with technical accuracy—oral and written.