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SDA Space Systems Engineer

3 months ago


Chantilly, Virginia, United States Modern Technology Solutions Inc Full time

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Modern Technology Solutions, Inc. (MTSI) is seeking a Space Systems Engineer to fill a SETA (Scientific, Engineering, and Technical Assistance) position with the Space Development Agency (SDA). SDA is breaking the norms of the DoD acquisition cycle, delivering a new tranche of hundreds of satellites every two years. SDA is a fast-paced organization and is changing the way that the Department of Defense acquires space systems by building the Proliferated Warfighter Space Architecture (PWSA). The PWSA consists of several layers, including the Transport Layer, the Tracking Layer, and the Support Layer. The Transport Layer provides the backbone of the PWSA through the development and deployment of optical intersatellite links on hundreds of satellites and the space-based implementation of tactical data links. The Tracking Layer provides real-time threat detection and characterization, The Support Layer enables the architecture through the development and deployment of the ground segment. The T1 Systems Engineer will provide general systems engineering support to the Tranche 1 Chief Engineer across all aspects of Tranche 1, including the space segment and the ground segment. The T1 Systems Engineer will be responsible for managing engineering processes, such as review boards and requirements verification, providing technical advice and recommendations to the T1 Chief Engineer, and assisting in the technical execution of Tranche 1. Remote work is a possibility, but preferred location is near to SDA's technical headquarters in Chantilly, VA.

Why is MTSI known as a Great Place to Work?

  • Interesting Work: Our co-workers support some of the most important and critical programs to our national defense and security.
  • 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.
  • 100% Employee Ownership: 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.
  • Great Benefits - Most Full-Time Staff Are Eligible for:
    • Starting PTO accrual of 20 days PTO/year + 10 holidays/year
    • Flexible schedules
    • 6% 401k match with immediate vesting
    • Semi-annual bonus eligibility (July and December)
    • Company funded Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) - a separate qualified retirement account
    • Up to $10,000 in annual tuition reimbursement
    • Other company funded benefits, like life and disability insurance
    • Optional zero deductible Blue Cross/Blue Shield health insurance plan
  • 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.

For more information about MTSI, please visit .

Responsibilities:

As a Space Systems Engineer with MTSI, you will apply knowledge and expertise to support systems engineering activities across the entire Tranche 1 portfolio. Occasional travel will be required. You will provide general systems engineering support to the SDA Tranche 1 Chief Engineer. Activities include managing system-wide requirements including verification and validation, organizing engineering review boards and change control boards, and running risk management boards. Applicant will support T1 Chief Engineer in all phases of the program development. Remote work is a possibility, but preferred location is near to SDA's technical headquarters in Chantilly, VA.

Your essential job functions will include but may not be limited to:
  • Performing Risk Management, including running risk management boards, developing and monitoring risks
  • Running engineering review boards and change control boards
  • Overseeing system engineering processes throughout the Tranche 1 team
  • Assessing vendor requirements verification evidence for compliance
  • Developing systems engineering best practices in an agile systems engineering environment
  • Managing cost, schedule, and performance tradeoffs
  • Developing and maintaining configuration management practices for the Tranche 1 baseline, including both Government and Contractor developed products.
  • Managing the integration contractor's processes for controlling the technical baseline deployed at the SDA Operations Centers, including version control of hardware and software on the ground and space segments
  • Providing advice and recommendation to the Tranche 1 Chief Engineer in all technical aspects of the Tranche 1 program
Qualifications:
  • Strong systems engineering bacgkround with knowledge of systems engineering management processes, including risk management and requirements management and verification
  • Experience working in an Agile systems engineering environment
  • Experience working with commercial and/or Government satellite systems
  • Experience with risk analysis
  • Experience or knowledge with agencies in the DoD community
  • Strong work ethic with the willingness and flexibility to adapt to changing direction
Preferred/Desired Experience:
  • 5+ years' experience in the DoD or Intelligence Community
  • Agile and/or rapid fielding experience
  • Familiarity with workflow management tools, such as JIRA and Confluence
  • Familiarity with project management tools, such as Microsoft Project
Education Requirements:
  • Bachelor's degree in aerospace engineering, electrical engineer, systems engineering, physics, or a closely related field from an accredited university (REQUIRED)
  • Master's degree in aerospace engineering, electrical engineer, systems engineering, physics, or a closely related field from an accredited university (DESIRED)
Certification Requirements:
  • None
Clearance Requirements:
  • Active Secret Clearance (Required)
  • Active Top Secret Clearance (Desired)
  • TS/SCI Eligibility (Required)
  • U.S. Citizenship is required for this position.
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