POSITION: Senior Gnd System Engineer
LOCATION: Flexible
REQUIRED SECURITY CLEARANCE: Active TS with SCI eligibility
POSITION TYPE/STANDARD WORK HOURS: Full time, 40 hours

THE OPPORTUNITY:
Upon award, BTAS will be filling potential openings for the Space Systems Command (SSC). SSC plays a critical role in advancing the United States's space capabilities, delivering cutting-edge solutions to protect and enhance national security. SSC/SZBC specializes in highly classified Space Domain Awareness (SDA) systems, Defensive and Offensive Space Control (DSC/OSC) capabilities, and space test range assets to support the Department of Defense's (DoD) current and future operational needs.

As a leader in space technology, SSC/SZ-BC is responsible for the development, integration, testing, deployment, and sustainment of mission-critical systems spanning the entire acquisition life cycle. These efforts ensure the United States Space Force (USSF) and its mission partners maintain a strategic advantage in space operations. This position will support multiple SSC/SZ-BC programs, as well as other initiatives across the Space Force, Air Force, and allied organizations.

Join us in shaping the future of space operations and contributing to the defense of our nation's space assets.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provide space acquisitions, engineering, operations, and technical advice for all project and program stages.
• Support acquisitions of advanced technology and integration activities.
• Advise on cost, schedule, and performance.
• Revise or draft Joint Capabilities Integrated Development System (JCIDS) and other acquisition documentation.
• Support presentations to internal and external customers.
• Develop work using latest government guidance (e.g., MIL-STD).
• Provide draft SME-level technical and/or programmatic status reports as requested.
• Identify and recommend improvements in acquisition processes.
• Assist in building and maintaining government risk programs.
• Maintain awareness of program schedules and monitor acquisition implementation.
• Report requirement shortfalls and provide program assessments.
• Advise on technical engagements such as meetings, design reviews, and conferences.
• Assist integrated product teams and establish interfaces.
• Provide technical and operational insights for mission protection and data assessments.
• Recommend solutions for technical anomalies and evaluate impact.
• Provide engineering and technical expertise for Command and Control (C2) efforts.
• Establish liaison between Space C2, Enterprise Ground Services (EGS), and classified program offices.
• Integrate C2 solutions with classified portfolio.
• Provide cybersecurity support in accordance with DoDI 8500.01.
• Offer recommendations on cyber activities and brief government on cybersecurity issues.
• Facilitate and support cybersecurity working groups and meetings.
• Manage program Authority to Operate, Authority to Test, Authority to Connect, and associated Interim Authorities.
• Support cyber testing and document findings and corrective actions in accordance with the Federal Information Security Management Act.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• MA/MS degree is required.
• Ten or more years' experience in this type of position or program is required.
• Must be an expert in highly classified space control space, ground, and C2 systems (concepts development, build, and test).
• Must be an expert in maturing technologies through all TRL levels.
• Must be an expert in multiple space control-related technologies, including but not limited to optical, electronic support, signal processing, communications.
• Requires worldwide travel to support ground communications infrastructure.
• BA/BS degree is acceptable if the candidate possesses at least 12 years of experience in this type of position or program. The Materiel Leader may also waive the MA/MS requirement.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:
This position does not supervise the work of others.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:
This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Must be able to operate a computer and other standard office equipment. Must be able to remain in a stationary position, 80%.

TRAVEL:
Worldwide travel is required.

OTHER DUTIES:
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and/or activities may change at any time with or without notice.

COMPENSATION / SALARY RANGE:
BTAS adheres to federal, state, and local regulations. This is a Full-Time, Salary, Exempt position. The following salary range is what we reasonably expect to pay but is contingent and subject to a variety of factors, including but not limited to years of experience, education, certification(s), training, specialized skills, responsibilities, etc.

SALARY RANGE: $147,000 - $250,000 Annual Salary

BTAS BENEFITS:
A comprehensive benefits program, including paid time off, federal holidays, health coverage, 401K plan with generous company match is offered to all full-time employees.