LinQuest is seeking a Systems Engineer supporting SATCOM synchronization tasks to join our team at our office in Colorado Springs, CO or El Segundo, CA.
The Systems Engineer supporting SATCOM synchronization will conduct yearly data calls using the National Security SATCOM System Synchronization Roadmap (NS4R) databased, coordinating with Department of Defense (DOD) services, agencies, and organizations to generate a detailed analysis.
LinQuest is the prime contractor on the MSEIT contract. By applying to this position, you are in consideration for LinQuest employment. However, you also have the option to be hired by one of our subcontractor teammates.
The MILSATCOM Systems Engineering, Integration, and Test (MSEIT) effort provides leading edge Systems Engineering & Integration (SE&I) for the Air Force's Space and Missiles System Center. We support the Air Force's acquisition of state of the art Military Satellite Communications systems, providing global secure, survivable, and protected communications for our nation's warfighters. We seek technical individuals who will thrive in a highly collaborative work environment of small teams, using the most modern tools and methodologies to tackle the challenges of integrating complex space and ground communications systems.
Responsibilities:
- Analyze NS4R database for system usage trending, terminal to space segment synchronization, and SATCOM architecture
- Assist DOD services, agencies, and organizations with data entry into database
- Provide input into DOD level taskings to start data call
- Support Government priorities and generate synchronization graphics, trend reports, and executive briefings
- Coordinate data call execution with senior level DOD agencies, to include Joint Staff and Headquarters United States Space Force (USSF)
Required Skills and Experience:
- BS degree in engineering, physics, chemistry, mathematics, or computer science
- 5+ years of SATCOM program experience (including both tactical and strategic systems)
- 5+ years demonstrated experience in systems engineering
- 5+ years' experience with ground systems, such as terminals, modems, and networks
- Experience working with both tactical and strategic MILSATCOM programs
- Experience working with military or DoD civilian clients and managing professional relationships
- Strong interpersonal skills, communication (oral and written), and presentation skills
- Capable in Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
- Demonstrated ability to clearly articulate ideas, recommendations and options to customers, senior leaders, and stakeholders
- Must have an active Secret clearance to be considered for this position
Preferred Skills and Experience:
- MS degree (Technical Field)
- 10+ years' experience in systems engineering
- 10+ years' of SATCOM program experience (including both tactical and strategic systems)
- 10+ years' experience with military space systems and protected MILSATCOM systems
- 10+ years' experience with ground systems, such as terminals, modems, and networks
- Professional certifications, such as INCOSE CSEP, ASEP or PMP
- Familiar with agile software development and DevSecOps
Compensation for Colorado: Starting salary ranges from approximately $110,000 to $120,000 depending on relevant experience and qualifications.
Compensation for California: Starting salary ranges from approximately $125,000 to $140,000 depending on relevant experience and qualifications.
Why LinQuest?
LinQuest Corporation has a stellar 40-year track record of providing end-to-end system-of-systems (SoS) architecture definition, engineering design, integration and test, and operations expertise to enable full lifecycle development and deployment of pre-eminent Space, Air, Land, Sea, Ground, and Cyberspace game-changing capabilities across US DOD and IC Customers' portfolios. Unique combination of in-depth domain knowledge, lessons learned-honed best practices, and mission-specific applications of principles, tools, and techniques of Digital Engineering (DE), DE Ecosystem (DEE), and Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) set LinQuest apart from the competition to consistently deliver stellar high-value results for our customers. LinQuest's corporate vision and values place the employee at the center of utmost customer satisfaction, strategic business growth, and tactical execution excellence. Our employees' creative and inspirational drive, sense of fulfillment of personal and professional growth, and tightknit camaraderie within and across lines of business are essential in gaining and maintaining exceptional LinQuest corporate-wide results of new business awards and renewed contracts.
Benefits:
LinQuest offers comprehensive and competitive benefit offerings to our team members to include medical, dental, vision, retirement, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, company paid life insurance, and more! For additional information please visit:
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