nLogic

Senior Sustainment Systems Engineer

nLogic$110K — $161K *
Aerospace & Defense
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Active U.S. Secret Security Clearance
  • Bachelor's degree in engineering, mathematics, physics, or computer science
  • 5 years of systems engineering and integration experience
  • Expertise in requirements analysis and engineering documentation
  • Knowledge of Agile software development (e.g., Jira/Confluence)
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Effective communication and teamwork abilities

Responsibilities

  • Engage stakeholders for mission-focused results
  • Provide critical thinking and problem-solving to resolve technical challenges
  • Coordinate with diverse teams for positive outcomes
  • Apply established SEIT processes for operations and sustainment
  • Develop and maintain systems engineering documentation for mission readiness
  • Manage technical baselines for space-based telecommunications systems
  • Utilize CMMI frameworks and DoD practices in program operations
  • Support the Sustainment Integrated Product Team for combat readiness

Benefits

  • 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 Senior Sustainment Systems Engineer to support a mission-focused effort in the Colorado Springs area.

In this role, you will provide senior-level systems engineering support to sustain and advance MILSATCOM and NC3 capabilities for the Space Systems Command Program Management Office at Peterson Space Force Base. You'll engage directly with government and industry partners to resolve technical challenges, maintain system readiness, and guide the evolution of legacy and transitioning space-based communication systems. Leveraging established SEIT processes, you will help manage technical baselines, develop and analyze engineering documentation, and drive mission-focused solutions that enhance operational performance and directly support Joint and Allied warfighter needs worldwide.

Responsibilities:
  • Engage government and corporate stakeholders to achieve mission-focused, high-impact results
  • Provide senior-level critical thinking and problem-solving support to the government customer, driving technical challenges to clear, logical resolutions
  • Coordinate across diverse DoW agencies, commercial partners, and internal teams to ensure positive, mission-aligned outcomes
  • Learn, apply, and help enforce established government SEIT processes and procedures in support of MILSATCOM and NC3 Operations & Sustainment (O&S) activities
  • Develop, analyze, and maintain systems engineering documentation, requirements, and capability artifacts to support continuous readiness and alignment with mission objectives
  • Manage and maintain technical baselines for legacy and transitioning space-based telecommunications systems using proven SEIT methodologies
  • Apply Capability Maturity Model Integration (CMMI) frameworks and DoW acquisition best practices to daily program operations, advancing strategic and tactical MILSATCOM capabilities
  • Serve as a proactive, self-directed engineer capable of autonomous learning and growth in a collaborative small-team environment
  • Tackle technical challenges and help drive executable, field-ready solutions for both legacy and evolving systems
  • Support the Sustainment Integrated Product Team (IPT) to enhance Joint and Allied combat readiness across MILSATCOM and NC3 systems, terminals, and software applications
  • Travel up to 20% to CONUS and OCONUS locations as directed by the government customer


Required Qualifications:
  • Active U.S. Secret Security Clearance (U.S. citizenship is mandatory). A clearance active within the last 24 months is considered current.
  • Bachelor's degree in engineering, mathematics, physics, computer science or equivalent technical discipline from an accredited university
  • 5 years experience in SE&I associated with system acquisitions and/or O&S
  • Expertise with requirements development and analysis and the development of systems engineering-related documents
  • Knowledge of Agile software development processes and applications (i.e., Jira/Confluence)
  • Solid analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Effective interpersonal and team-player skills
  • Clear and concise written, verbal communications and presentation skills
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project).


Preferred Qualifications:
  • 6+ years of experience in a DoW program office with an understanding of DoW acquisition processes
  • 6+ years of experience working with strategic & tactical MILSATCOM space systems
  • Experience working in a CMMI environment
  • Possess knowledge of Agile software development processes and applications (e.g., Jira/Confluence)
  • Direct experience with Change Management and Configuration Management (CM) processes
  • Possess Project Management Institute (PMI) Program Management Professional (PMP) certification.


Work Conditions:
  • Work Model: On-site
  • Travel: Up to 20% to CONUS and OCONUS locations as directed by the government customer
  • Work Hours: Standard


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
  • Active U.S. secret security clearance required (or the ability to obtain and maintain a secret security clearance)
  • This is a full-time role performed on-site in Colorado Springs, CO.
  • Compensation: The anticipated salary range for this position is $110,000 to $161,000


How to Apply
Qualified candidates should complete their application to be considered for the opportunity.

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