Mission ContextLV8D Solutions supports national security space and intelligence customers delivering next-generation sensing and exploitation capabilities. The Space Communication Systems Engineer serves as a Systems Engineering and Technical Assistance (SETA) support position to assist in defining the future space communication architecture.
Position OverviewLV8D Solutions is seeking a Space Communication Systems Engineer. The successful candidate will support and lead space capability studies and Integrated Product Teams (IPTs). Qualified candidates must possess demonstrated satellite experience and be able to provide technical and programmatic insight on the wide variety of space communication system capabilities. The successful candidate will work both independently and in a dynamic team-based environment.
RequirementsKey Responsibilities- Work in an interactive team environment with Government customer leads and other subject matter experts.
- Participate in external, program office, and developer-sponsored forums (e.g., working groups, IPTs, and boards).
- Assess technical performance and modeling and simulation results. Identify risks to program plans and schedules and support development of acquisition plans.
- Assist with the execution of design trade studies. Evaluate system and architecture designs, as necessary, to determine if the proposed architecture and supporting system capabilities are adequate to meet the required performance thresholds.
- Coordinate across Government teams to research, gather, conceptualize, identify, and capture architecture and system requirements.
- Assist in managing requirements development, flow-down, and traceability.
- Support acquisition planning activities and document preparation for Government review and approval.
Required Qualifications- B.S. or M.S. (preferred) in STEM, Systems Engineering, or Project Management. Bachelor's and 14 years or more experience; Masters and 12 or more years of experience; PhD and 9 or more years of experience.
- 10 or more years of experience with communication systems.
- Knowledge of National space systems, communication networks, and ground processing networks.
- Understanding of the current and potential capabilities of space communication system providers and their satellite systems, including distributed and proliferated communication systems.
- Strong systems engineering, program management, and or configuration management skills.
- Strong organization skills and the ability to establish trust-relationships to help guide high functioning multi-faceted teams.
- Experience leading high performance technical teams and demonstrated ability to simultaneously perform multiple tasks.
- Proven technical expertise and communications skills that demonstrate the ability to interface with all levels.
- Demonstrated ability to conduct analysis and evaluations - making recommendations and providing professional advice and assistance to include preparing reports and presentation briefings.
- Ability to apply domain knowledge and summarize information/findings for presentation to Government leadership.
- Skilled/comfortable working in high-tempo environment, able to be flexible and to adjust to dynamic technical guidance.
Security Requirements:- U.S. Citizenship
- Active Top Secret/Sensitive Compartmented Information (TS/SCI) clearance
- Active Counterintelligence (CI) or Full Scope (FS) Polygraph
Work Environment:- On-site work in a government or contractor facility
- Occasional travel (up to 10%)
BenefitsPerformance & RecognitionPeriod of Performance (PoP) Bonus OpportunitiesPerformance-based bonus opportunities tied to contract or organizational performance.
Retention Incentive Benefit BountyReceive a payout for unused annual company contributions designated for health insurance premiums and professional training.
Referral BonusEarn up to $5,000 for each successful employee referral.
Customer Recognition Letter of Appreciation (LoA) Bonus OpportunitiesBonus opportunities based on customer recognition received through Letters of Appreciation.
Milestone RewardsCelebrate your career achievements with anniversary awards on your 1st, 5th, 10th, and 20th years of service.
Financial & Retirement BenefitsProfit SharingReceive an annual contribution equal to 4% of your W-2 gross earnings into your 401(k), with immediate vesting.
401(k) Company MatchThe company matches your 401(k) contributions dollar-for-dollar up to 6% of your monthly contribution, with immediate vesting.
Career DevelopmentThe company invests in your professional growth through:
- Annual financial support for professional training and industry certifications.
- Enhanced financial support for employees actively pursuing a degree at an accredited institution.
Work-Life BalanceSupport for a healthy work-life balance includes:
- Flexible work hours
- Competitive paid time off (PTO)
- Company holidays
Health & Wellness BenefitsThe company offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support you and your family.
Medical CoverageThree comprehensive Medical/Rx insurance plan options to meet the unique and individualized benefit needs of our employees
Dental & Vision- Comprehensive dental insurance for employees and eligible dependents.
- Comprehensive vision insurance for employees and eligible dependents.
Income Protection- 100% Company-Paid Short-Term Disability Insurance
- 100% Company-Paid Long-Term Disability Insurance
Life Insurance- 100% Company-Paid Basic Term Life Insurance with Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) coverage.
- Optional employee-paid Supplemental Voluntary Life Insurance.
