Satellite Ground System Engineer - DoW
INNOVIM is hiring a Satellite Ground System Engineer to support the Missile Defense Agency at Schriever Space Force Base in Colorado Springs, CO. The role spans the full engineering lifecycle for satellite ground systems and operations centers — requirements analysis, architecture design, implementation planning, integration, and testing — and requires an active DoW Secret clearance.
- Compensation
- Not disclosed
- Location
- Colorado Springs, Colorado, United States
- Work setup
- Onsite
- Seniority
- Not specified
- Employment
- Full time
- Experience
- Not specified
- Category
- Software engineering
- Posted
Skills
Must have
- 10+ years of general full-time work experience (may be reduced with advanced education)
- 5+ years of directly related experience in systems engineering for satellite ground systems
- 6+ months of experience in a management or leadership role
- Fundamental understanding of Requirements Analysis and Management principles
- Proficient understanding of the System Engineering V-Model and engineering lifecycle
- Active DoW Secret Security Clearance
Nice to have
- Bachelor's degree or higher in a related field (e.g., Systems Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering)
- Experience working within the Missile Defense Agency (MDA) or other DoD organizations
- Space operations experience
- Competence in developing and editing DoDAF (or equivalent framework) products
- Ability to logically decompose complex mission systems into manageable components
- Experience developing detailed implementation plans for new solutions and systems
- Track record of troubleshooting and applying critical thinking to IT system dependencies, impacts, and sustainability challenges
- Familiarity with Agile development methodologies
- Familiarity with cloud computing (server and serverless) technologies such as AWS, Microsoft Azure, or Red Hat OpenShift
- Experience with SysML and MBSE tools such as Cameo Systems Modeler, IBM Rhapsody, or Sparx Enterprise Architect
- 1+ relevant certifications (e.g., INCOSE ASEP, CompTIA Security+)
- Understanding of Linux and Kubernetes environments
- Experience verifying system test cases, executing test plans, or performing system-level integration and verification testing
Full description
INNOVIM is seeking a Satellite Ground System Engineer to be a part of the Missile Defense Division and directly supports the Missile Defense Agency
(MDA).
Location: Schriever Space Force Base, Colorado Springs, CORelocation Assistance: None available at this timeRemote/Telework: NO - Not available for this positionClearance Type: DoW SecretShift: Day ShiftWho We're Looking For:
We are seeking a highly motivated, independent, and results-oriented Ground System Engineer who thrives in a dynamic and challenging environment. If you are a self-starter, comfortable taking ownership of projects from inception to implementation, and possess a strong desire to contribute to the success of our mission, here is your chance. We are seeking a problem-solver with exceptional analytical and critical thinking skills, eager to learn and contribute within a collaborative team. If you are passionate about leveraging your technical expertise to enhance our nation's security, consider this position.
Responsibilities:
Support Innovation:
- Develop and design cutting-edge solutions to optimize the efficiency, security, and sustainability of ground system elements and mission suites within the MDSEA framework.
Contribute to Technical Initiatives:
- Conduct comprehensive studies and analyses, define detailed requirements, engineer preliminary and detailed ground system architectures, and oversee system development for enterprise services, satellite ground systems, and operations centers (including supporting facilities).
Contribute to all Phases of the Engineering Lifecycle:
- Support projects from initiation through requirements management, task execution, and ground system sustainment.
Support Implementation:
- Document designs and create comprehensive implementation and test plans for execution by sustainment personnel.
Collaborate and Integrate:
- Partner with system administrators, cybersecurity, DevSecOps, test teams, project managers, software developers, network engineers, and application teams to ensure seamless integration and compliance with all relevant standards and policies.
Support Program Milestones:
- Work collaboratively with Project Managers to define tasks and schedules
The successful candidate will:
- Be able to work independently, take initiative, and drive projects to completion with minimal supervision.
Basic Requirements:
- Must have 10, or more, years of general (full-time) work experience
o May be reduced with completion of advanced education