Senior Evolved Strategic Systems (ESS) Ground Systems Integration Engineer

Modern Technology Solutions, Inc. (MTSI) is seeking a Senior Evolved Strategic Systems (ESS) Ground Systems Integration Engineer to join our team in El Segundo, CA. Due to security requirements, work is required to be on-site in a secure facility.

The MILSATCOM Systems Engineering, Integration, and Test (MSEIT) effort provides leading edge SE&I for the Space Force’s Space System Command. We support the Space Force’s acquisition of state-of-the-art MILSATCOM systems, providing secure global, survivable, and protected communications for our nation’s warfighters. We seek technical individuals who will thrive in a highly collaborative work environment of small teams, using the most modern tools and methodologies to tackle the challenges of integrating complex space and ground communications systems.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead ground systems engineering and integration activities to develop, define, and implement ESS ground architectures, technical approaches, and engineering processes required to integrate satellite communication systems, segments (Ground, Space, Crypto, and Terminals), subsystems, elements, and components; establish, maintain, and control the technical baseline across multiple stakeholders and programs .

Perform analysis of the systems requirements that define the technical baseline and verification of the technical baseline

Apply Digital Engineering methods and modeling strategies (e.g., MBSE, Digital Twins, digital threads, and analytical models) to develop ground architectures, evaluate technical performance, support integration planning, and verify system behavior throughout the lifecycle .

Work with Government and contractor engineering teams to analyze, resolve, and document technical gaps, requirements discrepancies, interface issues, and architecture trades ; support major requirements reviews, architecture reviews, design reviews, and other technical forums.

Lead and support Government/Contractor Working Group meetings—by developing briefings, leading discussion, and writing minutes—to address/resolve risks, issues, and action items

Review proposed changes to the technical baseline for impacts to enterprise capabilities and to cross-stakeholder integration concerns

Conduct trade studies, engineering analyses, and technical assessments to develop and evaluate alternative solutions for complex integration and architecture challenges; assess technical, cost, schedule, and performance impacts of recommended solutions.

Facilitate technical reviews of program documentation, including requirements specifications, interface control documents (ICDs), verification artifacts, engineering analyses, and design products; provide technical comments and adjudicate resolutions with stakeholders.

Serve as a subject matter expert to assess technical issues and to prepare briefings to U.S. Space Force program office personnel and other stakeholders; provide courses of actions to support Government decisions

Support management of risks, issues, interdependencies, identifying schedule disconnects and conflicts, developing action plans for resolution, and assisting the Government in executing selected solutions

Work Environment:

Location: On-site

Travel Requirements: Minimal

Working Hours: Standard

Qualifications: Required:

Active Secret clearance required with the ability to obtain a Top Secret clearance

Bachelor's degree in systems engineering, aerospace engineering, electrical engineering, computer engineering, physics, mathematics, or a related technical discipline.

15+ years experience in systems engineering, integration, or architecture development for complex aerospace, defense, or space systems.

Experience with MILSATCOM, such as AEHF, PTS, EPS, WGS, and FAB-T terminal programs

Experience working with military and DoD civilians

Demonstrated experience integrating Space and Ground segments within national security space, military satellite communications, or related space programs.

Strong interpersonal skills, communication (oral and written), and presentation skills

Proficient in Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, Powerpoint)

Due to security requirements, work is required to be on-site in a secure facility

Desired Skills and Experience:

TS/SCI (or eligible) clearance

MS degree in technical field (such as engineering, mathematics, physics, or computer science) or Space Systems

Experience with mission planning, COMSEC/TRANSEC, or key management

Demonstrated strong Systems Engineering and Technical Leadership experience

Knowledge and experience in Agile Development and collaboration tools (Jira/Confluence)

INCOSE CSEP/ESEP certification or equivalent systems engineering credentials

Compensation: The pay range for this position in California is $183,000/year to $228,000/year; however, base pay offered may vary depending on established government contract ranges, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience, and other factors. MTSI also offers a full range of medical, financial, and other benefits, dependent on the position offered. Base pay information is based on market location. Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis. This posting will be renewed periodically until the position is filled.

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