SDA Ground Segment Systems Engineer

• Technical Leadership and Integration Engineering Services
• Provide technical leadership across all phases of the ground segment lifecycle, including design, development, integration, testing, deployment, operations, and sustainment.
• Support the Space Development Agency's (SDA) tranche-wide ground program operations for the Proliferated Warfighter Space Architecture (PWSA).
• Mission Requirements and Operational Readiness
• Ensure ground segment systems meet mission requirements and are prepared for operational readiness.
• Develop and maintain lifecycle documentation, including system requirements, design specifications, and operational procedures.
• System Design and Integration
• Collaborate with satellite and ground contractors, government teams, and stakeholders to ensure seamless integration of ground systems with space segment assets.
• Evaluate system architectures and recommend improvements to enhance performance and reliability.
• Coordination with SDA Teams and Program Objectives
• Work closely with SDA government teams, contractors, and external stakeholders to ensure unity of effort and alignment with program objectives.
• Provide technical expertise and guidance to cross-functional teams while fostering collaboration and innovation.
• Represent SDA in program technical reviews and technical meetings.
• Integration and Checkout (INCO) Activities
• Coordinate and execute INCO activities at Operations Centers (OCs).
• Lead change management and configuration control processes to maintain operational continuity.
• End-to-End Test and System Performance
• Support anomaly resolution, evaluate system performance, monitor Key Performance Indicators, and ensure compatibility with mission requirements.
• Drive end-to-end test planning and execution.
• Collaboration and Continuous Improvement
• Actively collaborate across SDA teams, Mission Partners, and Joint Warfighters.
• Focus on continuous improvement, refinement of processes, and documentation of best practices to meet enterprise objectives.

• Minimum of 10 years of experience in ground system operations, sustainment engineering, or related technical field.
• Proven track record of supporting the design, integration, and operational readiness of ground system architecture for space-based systems
• Strong knowledge of satellite operations, ground stations, and mission operations
• Experience in integration, testing, and deployment of ground systems in support of space segment assets
• Ability to lead and collaborate with cross-functional teams, including satellite vendors, ground contractors, government representatives, and other stakeholders
• Aptitude for evaluating system performance and recommend enhancements to improve reliability and mission success

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in testing, evaluating, and delivering ground segment systems that support operational warfighter capabilities within the Department of War (DoW)
• At least 5 years of experience on space programs within the DoW or Intelligence community, with a focus on ground segment integration, sustainment, and mission operations
• Direct experience operating and supporting ground systems for multi-satellite constellations, with a focus on enhancing system performance and ensuring operational readiness
• Proven ability to integrate ground system solutions developed by multiple contractors, ensuring seamless compatibility and alignment with program requirements and mission objectives

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or related field. (REQUIRED)
• Master's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or related field. (DESIRED)

• Active Secret Clearance is required to start
• Active Top Secret Clearance (Desired)
• TS/SCI Eligibility (Desired)
• U.S. Citizenship is required for this position.

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  Interesting Work:
  
  
  
  Our co-workers support some of the most important and critical programs to our national defense and security.
  
  
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  Values:
  
  
  
  Our first core value is that employees come first. We challenge our co-workers to provide the highest level of support and service, and reward them with some of the best benefits in the industry.
  
  
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  100% Employee Owned:
  
  
  
  We have a stake in each other's success, and the success of our customers. It's also nice to know what's going on across the company; we have company wide town-hall meetings three times a year.
  
  
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  Great Benefits - Most Full-Time Staff Are Eligible for:
  
  
  




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  Starting PTO accrual of 20 days PTO/year + 10 holidays/year
  
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  Flexible schedules
  
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  6% 401k match with immediate vesting up to $9k annually
  
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  Semi-annual bonus eligibility (July and December)
  
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  Company funded Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) - a separate qualified retirement account
  
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  Up to $10,000 in annual educational reimbursement
  
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  Other company funded benefits, like life and disability insurance
  
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  Optional zero deductible Blue Cross/Blue Shield health insurance plan
  




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  Track Record of Success:
  
  
  
  We have grown every year since our founding in 1993.
  
  

Modern Technology Solutions, Inc. (MTSI) is a 100% employee-owned engineering services and solutions company that provides high-demand technical expertise in Digital Transformation, Modeling and Simulation, Rapid Capability Development, Test and Evaluation, Artificial Intelligence, Autonomy, Cybersecurity and Mission Assurance

MTSI delivers capabilities to solve problems of global importance. Founded in 1993, MTSI today has employees at over 20 offices and field sites worldwide.

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