As a Junior System Engineer, support missile defense systems engineering, manage requirements, conduct analyses, develop solutions, and collaborate on system integration.
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Position Title: Junior System Engineer
Location: Schriever Space Force Base, Colorado Springs, CO
Remote/Telework: NO - Not available for this position
Clearance Type: DoD Secret
Shift: Day shift
Description of Duties:
Join our team and play a pivotal role in shaping the future of missile defense! As a Junior System Engineer supporting the Missile Defense Space Enterprise Architecture (MDSEA) organization within the Missile Defense Agency (MDA) on the Integrated Research and Development for Enterprise Solutions (IRES) contract, you will be at the forefront of developing and implementing innovative solutions for critical platform systems supporting advanced sensing capabilities. You will be instrumental in ensuring efficient, sustainable, and secure command and control of our nation's space-based defense capabilities. This is an opportunity to make a tangible difference in a mission-critical environment.
Who We're Looking For:
We are seeking a highly motivated, results-oriented Junior System Engineer who thrives in a dynamic and challenging environment. If you are looking to grow as a System Engineer, and possess a strong desire to contribute to the success of our mission, here is your chance. We are seeking a problem-solver with great analytical and critical thinking skills, eager to learn and contribute within a collaborative team. If you are passionate about leveraging your technical expertise to enhance our nation's security, consider this position.
Responsibilities:
• Support Innovation: Develop and design cutting-edge solutions to optimize the efficiency, security, and sustainability of ground system elements and mission suites within the MDSEA framework.
• Contribute to Technical Initiatives: Conduct comprehensive studies and analyses, define detailed requirements, engineer preliminary and detailed ground system architectures, and oversee system development for enterprise services, satellite ground systems, and operations centers (including supporting facilities).
• Contribute to all Phases of the Engineering Lifecycle: Support projects from initiation through requirements management, task execution, and ground system sustainment.
• Support Implementation: Document designs and create comprehensive implementation and test plans for execution by sustainment personnel.
• Collaborate and Integrate: Partner with system administrators, cybersecurity, DevSecOps, test teams, project managers, software developers, network engineers , and application teams to ensure seamless integration and compliance with all relevant standards and policies.
• Support Program Milestones: Work collaboratively with Project Managers to define tasks and schedules
• Work with senior System Engineers to learn more about the MDSEA SE processes
Resumes, in month and year format, must be submitted with application in order to be considered for the position. The selected candidate may be assigned as an employee for one of our teammate companies.
Requirements
Basic Requirements:
• Must have 2, or more, years of general (full-time) work experience
o May be reduced with completion of advanced education
• Must have 6, or more, months of directly related experience in systems engineering related to satellite ground systems or IT systems.
• Must have a fundamental understanding of Requirements Analysis and Management principles.
• Must have an understanding of the System Engineering V-Model and engineering lifecycle.
• Must have a demonstrated ability to work independently, take initiative, and drive projects to completion with minimal supervision.
• Must have an active DoD Secret Security Clearance
Desired Requirements:
• Have a Bachelor’s degree (or higher) in a related field (e.g., Systems Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering).
• Have an active DoD Top Secret Clearance with SCI eligibility
• Have experience working within the Missile Defense Agency (MDA) or other Department of Defense (DoD) organizations.
• Have Space operations experience.
• Have competency in developing and editing Department of Defense Architecture Framework (DoDAF) (or equivalent framework).
• Be able to logically decompose complex mission systems into manageable components.
• Have experience in developing detailed implementation plans for new solutions and systems.
• Have a track record of effectively troubleshooting and applying critical thinking skills to resolve IT system dependencies, impacts, and sustainability challenges.
• Be familiar with Agile development methodologies.
• Be familiar with cloud computing (server and serverless) technologies (e.g., Amazon Web Services (AWS), Microsoft Azure, Red Hat Openshift)
• Have experience working with SysML and MBSE tools such as Cameo Systems Modeler (No Magic), IBM Rhapsody, or Sparx Enterprise Architect.
• Have certifications in relevant areas (e.g., INCOSE ASEP, CompTIA Security+).
This position is expected to pay $33.65/hr – $43.26; depending on experience, education, and any certifications that are directly related to the position.
Benefits
GCS health and welfare benefits are designed to invest in you, and in the things you care about. Your health. Your well-being. Your security. Your future. Typical benefits offered include flexible work schedules and opportunities to work remotely, educational reimbursement, retirement benefits (401K, Roth), health benefits, tax saving options, disability benefits, life and accident insurance, voluntary benefits, paid time off and paid holidays, and parental and pregnancy leave.
GeoControl Systems Colorado Springs, Colorado, USA Office
Colorado Springs, Colorado , United States, 80912
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