Zachary Piper Solutions is seeking a
Senior Ground Systems Engineer to support a company focused on advanced defense communications, command & control systems, and mission operations. This position is
on-site in
El Segundo, CA, operating on a
9/80 work schedule. The
Senior Ground Systems Engineer will lead integration, verification, and testing efforts for complex ground system environments that support mission-critical operations.
Responsibilities for the Senior Ground Systems Engineer include: - Lead ground system integration, verification, and test activities within complex command & control (C2) environments
- Review system requirements, interfaces, and architectures to ensure successful software and system integration
- Develop and execute integration strategies for new software builds and operational deployments
- Troubleshoot integration issues across subsystems and support system-level test and verification events
- Coordinate with software engineering teams, systems engineers, requirements engineers, and IPT leads to support technical milestones and program deliverables
- Provide technical leadership, mentor junior engineers, and drive integration efforts from planning through execution
Required Qualifications for the Senior Ground Systems Engineer include: - 10+ years of experience supporting ground systems, systems integration, verification & test (V&V), or systems engineering programs
- Experience with ground systems, command & control (C2) systems, mission operations environments, and software integration into operational systems
- Experience supporting MILSATCOM, SATCOM, Space Force programs, ground stations, mission operations, or satellite command & control environments
- Strong background in Ground System Verification, Integration & Test (VI&T)
- Proficiency with Cameo and DOORS
- Demonstrated ability to lead technical efforts, guide junior engineers, and own integration activities
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related engineering discipline
- Minimum Active Secret Security Clearance required
Compensation for the Senior Ground Systems Engineer include: - Salary Range: $170,000 - $195,000 depending on experience
- Full Benefits Package: PTO, Paid Holidays, Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, Tuition Reimbursement, Sick Leave as required by law
