Senior GND System Engineer Security Clearance

Position: Senior GND System Engineer with Security Clearance
POSITION:
Senior GND System Engineer

LOCATION:

El Segundo, CA REQUIRED SECURITY CLEARANCE:
Active TS with SCI eligibility POSITION TYPE/STANDARD

WORK HOURS:

Full time, 40 hours

THE OPPORTUNITY:

Upon award, BTAS will be filling potential openings for the Space Systems Command (SSC). SSC plays a critical role in advancing the United States's space capabilities, delivering cutting-edge solutions to protect and enhance national security. SSC/SZBC specializes in highly classified Space Domain Awareness (SDA) systems, Defensive and Offensive Space Control (DSC/OSC) capabilities, and space test range assets to support the Department of Defense's (DoD) current and future operational needs.

As a leader in space technology, SSC/SZ-BC is responsible for the development, integration, testing, deployment, and sustainment of mission-critical systems spanning the entire acquisition life cycle. These efforts ensure the United States Space Force (USSF) and its mission partners maintain a strategic advantage in space operations. This position will support multiple SSC/SZ-BC programs, as well as other initiatives across the Space Force, Air Force, and allied organizations.

Join us in shaping the future of space operations and contributing to the defense of our nation's space assets.

WHO WE ARE:

BTAS is a woman-owned small business founded in 1995, located near Wright-Patterson Air Force Base in Beavercreek, OH. We have earned national and regional awards in the Department of Defense for our proven IT, Engineering, and Program Management capabilities. We are committed to working with exceptional quality and professionalism to deliver excellence to our customers, while providing our employees a stimulating and satisfying work environment as we collaborate with teammates to achieve common goals.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

* Provide Space Acquisition and Technical Support
* Assist with space acquisitions, engineering, operations, and technical guidance at all acquisition life cycle stages.
* Support program acquisition efforts for advanced technology, future concept development, and integration.
* Advise the government on cost, schedule, and performance matters.
* Develop and Revise Acquisition Documentation
* Draft and update Joint Capabilities Integrated Development System (JCIDS) and acquisition documents.
* Support document presentations to internal and external stakeholders.
* Ensure compliance with government guidance (e.g., MIL-STD).
* Prepare Technical and Programmatic Reports
* Provide subject matter expert (SME)-level status reports on individual programs or the portfolio.
* Identify and Recommend Process Improvements
* Analyze and suggest acquisition process enhancements.
* Develop risk mitigation plans and maintain a government risk program.
* Monitor Program Execution and Risks
* Track program schedules and acquisition implementation.
* Report requirement shortfalls and assess risks.
* Maintain and update acquisition reports using program execution data.
* Support Technical Engagements
* Advise on technical meetings, design reviews, conferences, and working groups.
* Assist integrated product teams and establish customer/contractor interfaces.
* Maintain broad awareness of program and technology development efforts.
* Provide Mission Protection and Operational Support
* Assess mission protection, operations, and mission data.
* Recommend solutions for technical anomalies.
* Conduct impact analyses, audits, compliance inspections, and readiness reviews.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

* Highly knowledgeable in classified space control systems engineering processes and procedures, including but not limited to requirements development, technical design reviews, configuration control, and government Deficiency Review (DR) board establishment, execution, and DR disposition and management.
* Experience developing, updating, and coordinating ACAT-like program documentation.
* At least 10 years' experience in this type of position or program is required. MA/MS degree required; however, a BA/BS degree is acceptable if the candidate possesses at least 12 years of experience in this type of position or program. The Materiel Leader may also waive the MA/MS requirement.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

This position will not supervise the work of others. WORK ENVIRONMENT:
This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment. PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Must be able to operate a computer and other standard office equipment. Must be able to remain in a stationary position, 80%. TRAVEL:
Little if any travel is required. OTHER DUTIES:
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and/or activities may change at any time with or without notice. COMPENSATION / SALARY RANGE: BTAS adheres to federal, state, and local regulations. This is a Full-Time, Salary,…