Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and 9+ years of experience, or Master's with 7+ years, or PhD/JD with 4+ years, with relevant experience considered in lieu of a degree.
• Current and Active Top Secret/SCI clearance with Polygraph.
• 5+ years of experience in space/ground aerospace systems engineering/architecting.
• Familiarity with SIGINT ground operations and mission control of SIGINT systems.
• Demonstrated integration and problem closure experience in the customer domain.
• Eagerness to learn and adapt to new areas.
• Strong understanding and ability to navigate within SETA, FFRDC, and government structures.

Responsibilities

• Provide subject matter expertise and implement agile best practices for SIGINT systems engineering.
• Coordinate CONOPS for SIGINT mission planning and scheduling systems.
• Write and translate customer requirements into actionable Epics and Features.
• Act as an Integrator, understanding system-to-system interfaces.
• Evaluate and assess designs against proposed development and acquisition.
• Monitor project schedules and dependencies within system segments.
• Identify and assess risks and opportunities throughout the project lifecycle.
• Facilitate planning events and demonstrations to support Agile sprints and increments.
• Review Request for Changes (RFCs) to determine impacts and author RFCs as needed.
• Support automated testing and verification efforts in Agile and DevOps environments.
• Integrate new initiatives to enhance SIGINT mission capabilities and collaborate with developers and users.
• Participate in studies shaping the future of SIGINT capabilities.

Benefits

• Engagement in a prestigious and large-scale SETA program with a focus on national defense.
• Opportunity to work on innovative technology and systems engineering practices.
• Access to professional development and training opportunities.
• Collaborative environment with diverse teams including developers and users.
• Participation in shaping future SIGINT capabilities with long-term project involvement.