Lead System Engineer

Veteran Firm Seeking a Lead Systems Engineer for an Onsite Assignment in Colorado Springs, CO.My name is Stephen Hrutka. I lead a Veteran-owned consulting firm in Washington, DC, focused on strategic sourcing, supply chain management, and IT Staffing.One of our newest clients is looking to fill a Lead Systems Engineer role in Schriever AFB, Colorado Springs, CO.The ideal candidate is a Colorado Springs Resident who holds an active DoD Secret Security Clearance, has a minimum of 12 years of general IT experience, including at least 6 years directly supporting or managing IT systems in a system engineering or architecture role, and strong technical knowledge of enterprise IT environments. The candidate must have subject matter expertise in systems engineering within virtualized and containerized environments and possess working knowledge of Linux and Windows systems administration.If youre interested, I'll gladly provide more details about the role and further discuss your qualifications.Thanks,Stephen M HrutkaPrincipal Consultant www.hruckus.com Executive Summary: HRUCKUS is seeking an experienced Lead Systems Engineer to join our clients team in Colorado Springs, CO. The Lead System Engineer will be supporting the Missile Defense Agency (MDA). This senior role leads complex systems engineering efforts across the full lifecycle of the MDSEA program, including requirements analysis, architecture development, design, testing, implementation, and sustainment. The Lead System Engineer will guide multidisciplinary engineering teams, ensure mission-aligned execution, and serve as a functional manager and mentor across the enterprise.What Youll Do:Systems Engineering & Project ManagementPerform systems engineering and project management activities including:Requirements analysisSchedulingDocumentation and traceability matrix developmentPreliminary designCritical designDetailed designTest and evaluationResearch and developmentImplementation and fieldingSustainment and operations across the MDSEA lifecycleEngineering Studies & Technical DevelopmentScope and execute:StudiesAnalysisDetailed requirements definitionSystem engineeringPreliminary and detailed architecture designsSystem development for:Enterprise ServicesSatellite ground systemsOperations centers and supporting facilitiesProgram Alignment & CoordinationMaintain alignment and provide support to Team Leads for:InfrastructureNetworksIntegrationLogistics plansCybersecurity and physical security protection plansCost and schedule estimates for space capability development, fielding, tests, and operationsMission ExecutionPerform impact assessments of customer requestsDevelop and present briefings for internal customers and external stakeholdersCoordinate across the MDSEA environment and supported tenantsEnsure MDSEA products, services, and capabilities are delivered to customersValidate and verify documentation of MDSEA enterprise solutionsLeadership & Team ManagementProvide mentorship for junior and mid-level System EngineersServe as manager and functional lead for:MDSEA System EngineersMDSEA Ground System EngineersDevSecOps teamsRequired Skills:Must have 12, or more, years of general (full-time) work experienceMay be reduced with completion of advanced educationMust have 6, or more, years directly related to the support or management of IT systems in a systems engineering or architecture role/capacity within a DoD and/or commercial enterpriseMust have 2, or more, years directly leading and managing systems engineers within a DoD and/or commercial enterpriseMust have subject matter expertise in systems engineering within a virtualized and highly containerized environmentMust have working knowledge of:Linux and Windows systems administrationStorage managementEffective database management techniquesProject managementMust have an active Secret ClearanceMust be able to obtain a Top Secret Clearance with SCI eligibilityDesired Skills:Have documented experience developing and editing Department of Defense Architecture Framework (DoDAF) products for major space and IT systemsHave extensive experience and working knowledge in both ballistic missile defense and space applications/systemsDetails:Job Title: Lead Systems EngineerLocation: Schriever AFB (Colorado Springs, CO)Clearance Requirement: Active DoD Secret ClearanceAssignment Type: Full-time, OnsiteTravel: Up to 10% travelSalary Range: $140,000 - $170,000 per year with benefits (Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage, 401(k) with company match, Paid Time Off, opportunities to make a difference while advancing your career, and many more)