ResponsibilitiesThe Hybrid Architecture and Development for Experimental Systems (HADES) program is an exciting and cutting-edge initiative led by the U.S. Space Force, offering a unique opportunity to work on the forefront of space operations and technology. HADES focuses on the development, integration, and sustainment of prototype and operational satellite ground systems, satellite operations centers (SOCs), and critical support services. This program plays a vital role in supporting the Research and Development Space and Missile Operations (RDSMO) Ground System Enterprise (GSE) and is headquartered at the Research, Development, Test, and Evaluation (RDT&E) Support Complex (RSC) at Kirtland Air Force Base in Albuquerque, New Mexico.
As the Lead Test & Integration Engineer, you’ll lead and oversee integration and testing activities across large, complex enterprise system-of-systems environments supporting the customer’s mission. You will lead the planning, implementation, testing, documentation, and maintenance of integration solutions across cloud, on-premise, and hybrid infrastructures. This role operates with substantial latitude for independent judgment and provides technical direction, mentorship, and innovative solutions that help shape the program’s long-term integration strategy.
This is more than just a job—it’s a chance to be part of a team that is shaping the future of space operations. If you’re ready to take on challenging, meaningful work in a secure and scalable environment, we want to hear from you. Join us in pushing the boundaries of what’s possible in space technology and operations!
Responsibilities:
- Lead and oversee integration and testing of large, complex enterprise system-of-systems and service-oriented architecture environments.
- Lead planning, implementation, testing, documentation, and maintenance of integration solutions across cloud, on-premise, and hybrid infrastructures.
- Set technical direction for integration efforts across the program and ensure the integrity of integrated systems and solutions.
- Apply leading-edge principles and concepts to resolve unusually complex and ambiguous integration challenges.
- Leverage Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) and digital engineering processes, tools, and methodologies to support integration activities.
- Provide technical leadership throughout integration and testing activities, exercising substantial latitude and independent judgment in developing solutions.
- Identify integration issues, dependencies, and technical challenges and drive solutions across complex system environments.
- Mentor and supervise Senior, Mid-Level, and Junior integrators and engineers in technical and professional competencies.
- Develop and maintain technical documentation supporting integration and testing activities.
- Present, communicate, and defend technical solutions and integration approaches to customers and senior stakeholders.
- Provide innovative technical solutions that support the long-term technical direction of the program.
This position is contingent upon award of contract
Qualifications
Required Qualifications
- Minimum of 12 years with BS/BA; Minimum of 10 years with MS/MA; Minimum of 7 years with Ph.D. However four (4) years experience may be substituted in lieu of degree.
- This position requires the candidate to possess a minimum of Top-Secret clearance with the ability to obtain TS/SCI. The candidate must maintain the clearance.
- Expert-level experience leading and overseeing integration of large, complex enterprise system-of-systems or service-oriented architecture environments.
- Extensive experience planning, implementing, testing, documenting, and maintaining solutions across cloud, on-premise, and hybrid infrastructures.
- Working knowledge of Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE), digital engineering processes, tools, and methodologies.
- Demonstrated ability to apply leading-edge principles and concepts to unusually complex and ambiguous integration problems.
- Demonstrated experience mentoring and supervising integrators and engineers across varying levels of experience.
- Excellent critical thinking, technical writing, and oral communication skills, including the ability to present and defend technical solutions to customers and senior stakeholders.
Desired Qualifications
- Experience supporting satellite ground systems, Satellite Operations Centers (SOCs), or space mission operations.
- Experience supporting U.S. Space Force (USSF), Space Systems Command (SSC), or similar DoD space programs.
- Experience performing integration and test activities within RDT&E or other rapid development/prototyping environments.
- Experience with Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE), digital engineering, modeling and simulation, or related engineering methodologies.
- Experience integrating capabilities across cloud, on-premise, and hybrid environments, including DevSecOps-based development environments.
- Experience supporting verification and validation (V&V), interface management, configuration management, and formal technical reviews.
- Familiarity with cybersecurity-driven integration requirements, including RMF, ATO, and secure DoD environments.
Target Salary Range$135,000 - $216,000. This represents the typical salary range for this position. Salary is determined by various factors, including but not limited to, the scope and responsibilities of the position, the individual’s experience, education, knowledge, skills, and competencies, as well as geographic location and business and contract considerations. Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay.
