Space Systems Engineer - SME

• Develop and refine ground system architecture for supporting Golden Dome's space-based operations.
• Engineer seamless interfaces between satellite systems, payloads, and ground stations to ensure interoperability.
• Integrate hardware, software, and networking components for a unified common ground solution.

• Collaborate with stakeholders to define system requirements for Golden Dome's Common Ground initiative, ensuring alignment with mission objectives.
• Conduct trade studies to analyze and optimize ground station solutions and technologies.
• Translate operational needs into technical specifications for ground systems.

• Design and execute system-level testing processes to validate the functionality and reliability of the common ground architecture.
• Identify, troubleshoot, and resolve issues discovered during integration and testing phases.
• Document test results and provide recommendations for system enhancements.

• Provide technical expertise during ground system operations, ensuring real-time monitoring, telemetry, and data flow meet mission-critical requirements.
• Support readiness checks, software updates, and ground system maintenance activities.
• Optimize system performance to increase responsiveness and reliability.

• Perform risk assessments to identify vulnerabilities in ground systems and implement mitigation measures to enhance operational resilience.
• Ensure robust cybersecurity protocols and compliance with DoD security standards.

• Partner with multidisciplinary engineering teams, program managers, and stakeholders to ensure the successful operation of common ground systems.
• Act as a liaison between space system teams and ground system teams to align functionality and mission goals.

• Produce and maintain detailed technical documentation, including system designs, test procedures, and operational manuals.
• Present findings, updates, and system statuses to DoD leadership and program stakeholders.

• Bachelor's degree in Aerospace Engineering, Systems Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related technical field. Master's degree preferred.
• 15+ years of experience in systems engineering for space and ground assets, with emphasis on ground systems integration.
• In-depth knowledge of ground station operations, telemetry, tracking, command systems, and communication architectures.
• Proficiency in engineering tools such as STK, MATLAB, LabVIEW, or similar modeling platforms.
• Strong problem-solving skills with a focus on large-scale system optimization.
• Excellent collaboration and communication skills to work effectively with diverse teams and stakeholders.

• Experience working on DoD programs, such as Golden Dome or similar national security-focused initiatives.
• Familiarity with industry standards for ground and space systems (e.g., CCSDS, MIL-STD protocols).
• Certifications like Certified Systems Engineering Professional (CSEP), Network+, or Security+.
• Hands-on experience with advanced networking technologies, virtualization, and cloud-based ground operations platforms.

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  Interesting Work:
  
  
  
  Our co-workers support some of the most important and critical programs to our national defense and security.
  
  
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  Values:
  
  
  
  Our first core value is that employees come first. We challenge our co-workers to provide the highest level of support and service, and reward them with some of the best benefits in the industry.
  
  
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  100% Employee Owned:
  
  
  
  We have a stake in each other's success, and the success of our customers. It's also nice to know what's going on across the company; we have company wide town-hall meetings three times a year.
  
  
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  Great Benefits - Most Full-Time Staff Are Eligible for:
  
  
  




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  Starting PTO accrual of 20 days PTO/year + 10 holidays/year
  
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  Flexible schedules
  
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  6% 401k match with immediate vesting up to $9k annually
  
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  Semi-annual bonus eligibility (July and December)
  
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  Company funded Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) - a separate qualified retirement account
  
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  Up to $10,000 in annual educational reimbursement
  
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  Other company funded benefits, like life and disability insurance
  
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  Optional zero deductible Blue Cross/Blue Shield health insurance plan
  




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  Track Record of Success:
  
  
  
  We have grown every year since our founding in 1993.
  
  

Modern Technology Solutions, Inc. (MTSI) is a 100% employee-owned engineering services and solutions company that provides high-demand technical expertise in Digital Transformation, Modeling and Simulation, Rapid Capability Development, Test and Evaluation, Artificial Intelligence, Autonomy, Cybersecurity and Mission Assurance

MTSI delivers capabilities to solve problems of global importance. Founded in 1993, MTSI today has employees at over 20 offices and field sites worldwide.

For more information about MTSI, please visit www.mtsi-va.com