Overview

Job Summary

 

Galapagos Federal Systems LLC is seeking an experienced Systems Engineer Subject Matter Expert (SME) to support the United States Space Force (USSF) and its mission-critical space operations. 

 

In this role, you will support the Space Force Program Acquisition Executive for Infrastructure (SFPAE-I) and Space Systems Command’s System Delta 81, providing senior-level systems engineering expertise to advance the development, acquisition, integration, and sustainment of critical capabilities supporting USSF readiness and operational effectiveness. 

 

The ideal candidate is a highly experienced, mission-focused professional who combines deep systems engineering expertise, strategic insight, and strong communication skills to solve complex technical challenges and support successful program execution in a fast-paced DoD environment. 

 

Key Responsibilities

 

The Systems Engineer SME will: 

 

• Lead and support feasibility studies and concept exploration to evaluate advanced system and capability solutions 
• Perform Design Reference Mission (DRM) engineering and mission-level systems analysis 
• Develop and refine Concepts of Operations (CONOPS) to support mission, operational, and system requirements 
• Lead the development and management of system requirements, Interface Control Documents (ICDs), verification plans, system validation activities, and operational support requirements 
• Perform change management, impact assessments, and technical analysis to support system and program objectives 
• Assess, align, and integrate Planning, Programming, Budgeting, and Execution (PPBE) activities with technical efforts across SFPAE-I and System Delta 81 (SYD 81) 
• Provide senior-level systems engineering expertise throughout Research, Development, Test, and Evaluation (RDT&E), integration, fielding, and sustainment 
• Provide technical guidance and recommendations to government, engineering, acquisition, and program leadership to support successful system and capability delivery 

Requirements

Skills and Experience

 

The Systems Engineer SME must have: 

• Active DoD Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility 
• 15+ years of relevant Department of Defense (DoD) experience supporting systems engineering, RDT&E, acquisition, or related technical programs 
• Experience supporting System Program Offices (SPOs), Program Management Offices (PMOs), or system and capability delivery to SPOs/PMOs 
• Extensive experience with Research, Development, Test, and Evaluation (RDT&E) and test and training materiel systems 
• Demonstrated experience with the deployment, integration, operation, and sustainment of space test and training materiel systems 
• Advanced knowledge and practical application of Systems Engineering (SE) principles and processes supporting system RDT&E, integration, fielding, and lifecycle activities 
• Experience with Cameo Systems Modeler and Systems Modeling Language (SysML) 
• Working knowledge of the Joint Capabilities Integration and Development System (JCIDS) and DoD Architecture Framework (DoDAF) processes and artifacts 
• Experience across relevant space technology disciplines, including space system architectures, satellite and ground segment design, electro-optical/infrared (EO/IR) and radio frequency (RF) sensors, astrodynamics, propulsion, Guidance, Navigation and Control (GNC), space data communications, and Space Battle Management and Control 
• Ability to work full-time on-site and travel up to 25%, as required 

 

Education and Certifications 

 

The Systems Engineer SME must meet the following: 

 

Required 

• Masters of Science (MS) degree(required) in Systems Engineering or a related engineering field (e.g., Mechanical, Electrical, Software, etc.) 
• Degrees in other Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) fields may be considered with substantial, relevant professional experience 
• Degrees in other STEM fields may also be considered with significant, relevant professional experience 

Benefits

 

• Medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• 401(k)
• PTO
• Paid Parental Leave
• Military Differential
• Tuition reimbursement
• Paid federal holidays

Security Clearance

 

Must be a U.S. Citizen. A high-level Department of Defense active security clearance is/may be required. Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to government information.

 

Physical Requirements

 

Work may involve sitting or standing for extended periods of time and typing and reading from a computer screen. The candidate must have enough mobility, including bending, reaching, and kneeling, to complete daily duties in a prompt and efficient manner, and that may include lifting up to thirty pounds, as necessary.

 

The final salary offered within the posted range will be based on the candidates qualifications, experience, skills, education, and other job-related factors.

Posted Salary RangeUSD $235,000.00 - USD $250,000.00 /Yr.