Position Description

ENSCO is seeking a Senior Program Systems Integration Engineer to join our team in El Segundo, CA. Due to security requirements, work is required to be on-site in a secure facility.

The candidate will join the Systems Integration team within the broader Systems Engineering team defining the next generation of space communication systems supporting U.S. Space Force (USSF) Military Satellite Communications (MILSATCOM). You will support Systems Engineering & Integration (SE&I) activities in a multidisciplinary and collaborative environment. The Systems Integration Engineer will interface and collaborate with SE&I team members, contractors, government civilians and members of the USSF. The Systems Integration Engineer will lead and support several working groups responsible for leading technical discussion, resolve and identify risks, requirement gaps, developing briefings, writing and tracking action items, and authoring meeting minutes.

The MILSATCOM Systems Engineering, Integration, and Test (MSEIT) effort provides leading edge Systems Engineering & Integration (SE&I) for the Space Force's Space System Command. We support the Space Force's acquisition of state of the art Military Satellite Communications systems, providing global secure, survivable, and protected communications for our nation's warfighters. We seek technical individuals who will thrive in a highly collaborative work environment of small teams, using the most modern tools and methodologies to tackle the challenges of integrating complex space and ground communications systems. This position is on-site in El Segundo, CA. Some of the job responsibilities include but are not limited to:
• Develop and implement integration strategies and processes to successfully integrate satellite communication systems, segments (Ground, Space, Crypto, Terminals), subsystems, elements, and components; manage the technical baselines among different stakeholders
• Perform analysis of the systems requirements that define the technical baseline and verification of the technical baseline
• Apply Digital Engineering methods and modeling strategies (i.e. Digital twins) to support integration and test activities
• Work with Government and contractor personnel to close gaps with customer requirements across the program; support major requirements reviews, design reviews, and other associated meetings
• Lead and support Government/Contractor Working Group meetings-by developing briefings, leading discussion, and writing minutes-to address/resolve risks, issues, and action items
• Review proposed changes to the technical baseline for impacts to enterprise capabilities and to cross-stakeholder integration concerns
• Define and deliver alternative solutions to address different integration challenges; manage schedule impact and overall delivery of products
• Facilitate review of contractor-developed program documents by performing technical assessments and providing comments, compiling other review team comments, and working with contractors to adjudicate the comments.
• Serve as a subject matter expert to assess technical issues and to prepare briefings to U.S. Space Force program office personnel and other stakeholders; provide courses of actions to support Government decisions
• Support management of risks, issues, interdependencies, identifying schedule disconnects and conflicts, developing action plans for resolution, and assisting the Government in executing selected solutions

Qualifications Required
• Bachelor's degree in engineering, mathematics, physics, computer science, or related technical field
• 8+ years of engineering work experience
• 5+ years of systems engineering experience, including sub-disciplines such as requirements management and technical baseline development, test planning, integration, execution, and verification and validation
• Experience developing or managing requirements documents/specifications or Interface Control Documents (ICDs) for complex systems
• Strong interpersonal skills, communication (oral and written), and presentation skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams)
• Work is on-site in a secure facility due to customer security requirements
• AN ACTIVE DOD SECRET SECURITY CLEARANCE IS REQUIRED FOR THIS POSITION WITH THE ABILITY TO OBTAIN TOP SECRET SECURITY CLEARANCE, FOR WHICH YOU MUST BE A U.S. CITIZEN

Qualifications Desired
• Master's degree in engineering, mathematics, physics, or computer science, or related technical field
• Experience working with/on MILSATCOM programs; such as AEHF, PTS, EPS, WGS, or FAB-T terminal programs
• Experience working with military personnel and DoD civilians
• Experience with ground and space systems, such as terminals and networks
• Knowledge and experience in Agile Development and collaboration tools (Jira/Confluence)
• Professional certifications (e.g., PMP, INCOSE CSEP / ESEP / ASEP)
• Active DOD Top Secret security clearance with SCI eligibility

Required Certifications: None
US Citizenship Required: Yes
Security Clearance Required: Secret
Employment Type: Regular Full-time
Background Check Type: 7 Year Pre-Employment
Drug Screen Required: None
Position Contingent Upon Customer Approval: Yes

Salary Range

$135,000-$169,000 USD

REAL ID Requirement

This position may require the ability to access to U.S. federal facilities. In accordance with the Department of Homeland Security's enforcement of the REAL ID Act, as of May 7, 2025, individuals must present a REAL ID-compliant form of identification or an acceptable alternative to gain entry. For a list of acceptable forms of identification, please click here.

Benefits

At ENSCO, a positive working environment and a competitive salary are only part of the reason for choosing a career here. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that creates a stimulating and supportive environment where you can thrive - visit ensco.com/careers/benefits to learn more.

Export Control and Licensing

This position may involve access to technology or technical data that is controlled under U.S. export control laws and regulations and the release of which to a non US person may require an export license from the U.S. Government.