Architecture Mission Engineer
$120k/y-$220k/y
2 days ago
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OnsiteFull-timeSenior
Summary
Space Dynamics Laboratory is seeking an Architecture Mission Engineer to join their Strategic & Military Space Division in Colorado Springs, CO. The role involves serving as an embedded subject matter expert in the U.S. Space Force PEO-Operational Test & Training Infrastructure.
About the Role
As an Architecture Mission Engineer, you will assist the OTTI Integrated Program Office in developing national level capabilities to test the USA's next generation of space capabilities. Your responsibilities will include understanding government needs, decomposing operational warfare tasks into testing requirements, coordinating activities with other parts of the OTTI enterprise, and evaluating program information to make recommendations.
About You
Required:
- BS degree in a related technical field (e.g., aerospace engineering, mechanical engineering, or electrical engineering with coursework in space system/mission engineering)
- At least five years of system engineering experience directly supporting operational space systems
- Understanding of risks and risk mitigations for spaceflight systems
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to present complex technical concepts clearly and succinctly to customers
- Must be a US citizen with a US Government TOP SECRET/SCI clearance and be eligible for Special Accesses
- Must be able and willing to travel
- Familiarity with large-scale missions systems, systems engineering, and integration activities
Preferred:
- Advanced degree in aerospace, systems, electrical, or optical engineering
- Space Force, NRO, or IC space acquisition experience
- Experience with SAP or CAP architectures
- Experience operating, or leading units that operate, spacecraft conducting RPO
- OMG Certified Systems Model Professional (OCSMP), Certification INCOSE SE Certification
- Familiarity with satellite crew training and incorporating lessons learned into training curriculums
- Experience in Exercises and Wargames from tactical through Tier-1 level
- Management and systems/missions engineering experience in space hardware development projects
- Familiarity with satellite sim software such as STK, Freeflyer, MVS, or Trace
- Knowledge of orbital analyst techniques and applying new analytical developments/methodologies/TTPs
Benefits
- Competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package.
Space Dynamics Laboratory
The Utah State University Space Dynamics Laboratory is a nonprofit UARC with over 65 years of mission success. We’re committed to providing innovative sensor systems, satellites, and supporting technologies to address the nation’s scientific and technical challenges. Our talented workforce includes engineers, scientists, and business professionals dedicated to providing solutions that support all mission phases, from concept to completion.
Colorado Springs, CO