Ground Systems Engineer

Overview

Job Title:

Ground Systems Engineer

Location:

Chantilly, VA

Minimum Clearance Requirements: TS/SCI with Poly

Stratos Solutions is seeking a highly skilled Ground Systems Engineer to support the development and management of complex satellite ground software for a government program. The successful candidate will lead and contribute to all aspects of systems engineering, including concept and design, development, testing and integration, and delivery of critical ground software capabilities.

• Oversee the end-to-end systems engineering lifecycle for satellite ground software development, from concept and design to integration and delivery.
• Develop and refine system architectures and ensure alignment with mission objectives and requirements.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to define and document system and software requirements, including performance, reliability, and security specifications.
• Manage the development process, including working closely with software development teams to ensure adherence to system requirements and schedules.
• Lead and support testing and integration efforts, including system validation, verification, and performance testing.
• Monitor and assess the delivery of ground software capabilities, ensuring compliance with contractual and technical requirements.
• Provide technical expertise to the government in assessing software progress, risks, and mitigation strategies.
• Stay up-to-date with emerging technologies, best practices, and methodologies relevant to satellite ground systems and software engineering.

• Bachelor's degree in Systems Engineering, Computer Science, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field (Master's preferred).
• At least 8 years of experience in systems engineering, with a focus on satellite ground systems or similar complex software development projects.
• Experience with Agile development methodologies and tools like Jira, Confluence, or similar.
• Experience in requirements development, system design, and verification and validation (V&V).
• Familiarity with software development methodologies, tools, and frameworks.
• Knowledge of industry standards and best practices in satellite ground systems and software engineering.
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills.
• Detail-oriented with a commitment to quality, accuracy, and continuous improvement
• Ability to work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams, including software developers, testers, and government stakeholders.

• Knowledge of satellite operations, mission planning, or telemetry systems.
• Familiarity with government acquisition processes and standards.
• Experience with software simulation, modeling, or digital twin technologies.