Strategic Systems Engineering Manager with Security Clearance

2 weeks ago


Colorado Springs, United States LinQuest Corporation Full time
LinQuest is seeking an innovative and highly motivated manager to support a MILSATCOM Program Management Office (PMO) within the US Space Force’s (USSF), Space Systems Command (SSC) at Peterson Space Force Base (PSFB), CO. The candidate will act as the High-altitude Electromagnetic Pulse (HEMP) & Hardness Maintenance/Hardness Surveillance (HMHS) Engineering Manager (EM), supporting the Nuclear Command, Control & Communications (NC3) mission within the Air Force Nuclear Weapons Center – NC3 Sustainment Division (AFNWC/NCL). The HEMP/HMHS EM will assist SSC/CGM in identifying system deficiencies and developing executable sustainment solutions that can be effectively implemented in the field. This position requires management of HEMP/HMHS compliance against a portfolio of strategic military satellite communication (MILSATCOM) systems in accordance with applicable DoD, CJCSI and USAF/USSF standards and instructions while reporting protected shelters or other protected volume system test results to USSTRATCOM/NEC in order to maintain mission-essential certifications, ensuring hardened critical components are at peak performance for their respective missions. Additional duties include leading technical discussions with senior government leadership, guiding integration of new hardware/software with both external and internal government agencies, performing analysis of proposed system modifications and other system technical assessments as needed. Responsibilities: * Act as the senior Subject Matter Expert (SME) for HEMP/HMHS engineering and technical matters, reporting to the HEMP/HMHS Program Manager (PM)
* Act as a government liaison for HEMP/HMHS engineering activities, driving disciplined problem resolution by reporting blockers, issues & concerns, developing & recommending solutions and timely executing required system modifications
* Lead technical discussions including the presentation of engineering summaries to senior leadership, guiding integration of new hardware/software among internal and external stakeholders, authoring/reviewing technical documentation and directing technical analysis of system modifications while interfacing with industry partners
* Support technical aspects and processes associated with HEMP/HMHS certification efforts
* Support HEMP/HMHS test activities to include managing test schedules, maintaining test plans/procedures/records, reviewing/evaluating contractor test reports and maintaining/analyzing site test data and results
* Assist in transitioning of systems from acquisition to sustainment with regard to HEMP/HM/HS plans, long term sustainment activities and schedules
* Interface with Government agencies and their SMEs to identify, discuss, and resolve any plans or issues that arise in transition to sustainment or in execution of life cycle HEMP/HMHS activities
* Review and author technical documents related to MIL-STD requirements and their implementation for long term survivability of NC3 and MILSATCOM systems
* Support the HEMP/HMHS Program Manager (PM) in the development of the HEMP/HMHS Annual Summary Report to the government customer
* Provide mentorship and training to other engineer(s) assigned to the HEMP/HMHS Team
* Travel: approximately 10 - 20%
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Experience * Bachelor’s degree in engineering, mathematics, physics, computer science, or equivalent technical disciplines from an accredited university
* 20+ years working HEMP/HMHS engineering activities in support of legacy and transitioning MILSATCOM systems
* 15+ years of proven HEMP engineering management experience across multiple projects in a diverse portfolio
* 10+ years of experience working with military or DoD civilian clients and managing professional relationships
* Demonstrated engineering management skills for a portfolio of MILSATCOM space systems
* Knowledge of MILSATCOM and DoD mission system sustainment
* Excels in establishing/maintaining positive customer relationships
* Excellent oral and written communication skills
* Proficiency with MS Office 365 products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, MS Teams)
* Knowledge of HEMP/HMHS standards and instructions such as MIL-STD-188-125-1 & 2, MIL-HDBK-423, MIL-STD-188-124, MIL-STD-419 & MIL-STD-461, MIL-STD-220
* Must be a US Citizen and have a DoD TOP SECRET/SCI Security Clearance
Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Experience * International Council on Systems Engineering (INCOSE), Certified Systems Engineering Professional (CSEP) certification
* Experience with MILSATCOM systems in the RF spectrum
* Experience developing, testing, operating and/or maintaining MILSATCOM equipment and systems
* Experience working in a multi-contractor environment
* Familiarity with cost estimating/projection and developing contract documents in support of HEMP/HMHS programmatics Compensation: The salary for this position ranges from approximately $150,000 to $180,000 depending on relevant experience and qualifications. Why LinQuest? 20 years of excellence from concept to capability LinQuest is a national security space leader that enable defense and intelligence missions through advanced digital solutions and the development, integration, and operation of mission control systems. As a recognized thought leader in Digital Engineering and Digital Transformation, LinQuest delivers the technical capability, innovation, agility and operational expertise to accelerate our Nation’s competitive advantage in space. From concept to capability, LinQuest architects integrated end-to-end solutions, enabling Digital Dominance for a Digital Space Force Benefits: LinQuest offers comprehensive and competitive benefit offerings to our team members to include medical, dental, vision, retirement, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, company paid life insurance, and more For additional information please visit: https://www.linquest.com/careers/our-benefits Qualifications Licenses & Certifications Required TS/SCI

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