nLogic

SATCOM Requirements System Engineer

nLogic$98K — $145K *
Aerospace & Defense
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • U.S. citizenship required; must obtain a Secret clearance
  • Bachelor's degree in engineering, physics, mathematics, computer science, or a related field
  • 3-5 years of systems engineering or requirements management experience
  • Familiarity with requirements specification, analysis, and verification
  • Experience with requirements traceability tools like DOORS
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
  • Excellent communication skills; proficient in Microsoft Office tools

Responsibilities

  • Support Model-Based Systems Engineering activities for technical baselines
  • Develop and manage clear, traceable system and subsystem requirements
  • Analyze system requirements; participate in verification activities
  • Collaborate with teams to identify and close requirements gaps using DOORS
  • Lead technical working groups; prepare materials and document sessions
  • Assess impacts on the technical baseline; identify integration considerations
  • Review program documents; capture and address reviewer comments
  • Participate in risk and issue management; propose solutions

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Paid time off
  • 401(k) retirement plan
  • Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
  • Professional development support
Full Job Description
nLogic is seeking a motivated and experienced SATCOM Requirements System Engineer to join our team in El Segundo, CA.

In this role, you will join a systems engineering team defining the next generation of space communication systems supporting US Space Force (USSF) satellite communications. You will support Systems Engineering & Integration (SE&I) activities in a multidisciplinary and collaborative environment. You will interface and collaborate with SE&I team members, contractors, government civilians and members of the USSF. You will lead and support several working groups responsible for leading technical discussion, resolve and identify risk, requirement gaps, developing briefings, writing, and tracking action items, and authoring meeting minutes.

Responsibilities
  • Support Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) activities to assist with development and maintenance of technical baselines.
  • Develop, refine, and manage system and subsystem requirements, ensuring they are clear, traceable, and verifiable.
  • Analyze system requirements and participate in verification activities, including review of TRDs, ICDs, and related documentation.
  • Work with government and contractor teams to identify and close requirements gaps using tools such as DOORS.
  • Support and occasionally lead technical working groups: preparing meeting materials, documenting minutes, tracking actions, and fostering collaborative problem-solving.
  • Assist in assessing impacts to the system technical baseline and identifying integration considerations across stakeholders.
  • Review program documentation, capture reviewer comments, and collaborate with contractors on adjudication.
  • Provide technical input and assist in developing briefings for USSF program leadership.
  • Participate in risk, issue, and dependency management activities; help identify disconnects and propose solutions.


Required Qualifications
  • Must currently possess or be able to obtain and maintain a current, in-scope Secret or higher security clearance
  • Bachelor's degree in engineering, physics, mathematics, computer science, or a related technical field
  • 3-5 years of experience in systems engineering or requirements management
  • Experience with requirements specification, analysis, and verification
  • Familiarity requirements traceability tools (e.g., DOORS)
  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills
  • Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)


Preferred Qualifications
  • Master's degree in a technical discipline, i.e., engineering, physics, chemistry, mathematics, computer science
  • INCOSE ASEP/CSEP/ESEP certification
  • MBSE certification (OCSMP)
  • Experience with Agile development tools or methodologies
  • Knowledge of Jira and Confluence
  • Experience with MILSATCOM systems (AEHF, EPS, WGS, Tactical SATCOM, COMSATCOM)
  • Background working with DoD or military customers
  • Familiarity with space and ground systems such as satellite communications, terminals, or DoD networks


Work Conditions
  • Work Model: Onsite
  • Travel: Minimal travel, estimated 10% or less
  • Work Hours: Standard work hours


Summary of Benefits

nLogic offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance; paid time off; 401(k) retirement plan; Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP); and professional development support.

Position Details
  • U.S. Citizenship is required
  • Must currently possess or be able to obtain and maintain a current, in-scope Secret or higher security clearance
  • This role is performed on-site in El Segundo, CA
  • Compensation: The anticipated salary range for this position is $98,000 to $145,000


How to Apply

Qualified candidates should submit their application through our online portal to be considered for this opportunity.

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