43 System Architecture jobs in the United States

General Atomics Electromagnetic Systems (GA-EMS) designs and manufactures first-of-a-kind electromagnetic and electric power generation systems. GA-EMS' expanding portfolio of specialized products and integrated system solutions support critical fleet, space systems and satellites, missile defense, power and energy, and process and monitoring applications for defense, industrial, and commercial customers worldwide.
Whether a specific satellite for a specific mission or a constellation of interconnected spacecraft, the GA-EMS Space Systems team is re-defining how customers can access the possibilities of space. GA-EMS offers modular and scalable satellite platforms backed with a history of operational flight experience to support defense, civil, commercial, and academic mission requirements.
We currently have an exciting opportunity for a Ground System Architecture working on satellite systems to join our team located in Englewood, CO.
**DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES**
+ Program leadership team member responsible for technical leadership of the engineering team in the space system, ground systems, satellite development, and integration and test.
+ Vision for common ground approach across missions.
+ Ownership of Ground Roadmap, determines annual and multi-year technical objectives for designated engineering systems or project(s)/program(s)
+ Strategic and Tactical prioritization across program coordinating Ground Technical capabilities
+ Identify capabilities that can be common,
+ coordinate which program needs these common capabilities
+ Platform Architecture Design
+ Network Architecture Design
+ Software Architecture Design
+ Provides accountability for technical risk, conduct of technical reviews, system modeling and simulation, system performance, system architecture and trade studies.
+ Leads the integration of the ground system solution within the overall engineering environment; and ensures that appropriate documentation, testing, maintenance, and engineering updates are completed.
+ Perform mission and system design on missions from bid generation through launch and operations.
+ Represents the ground systems on projects(s)/program(s) as a prime subject matter expert.
+ Act as expert consultant and advisor for ground system design engineering.
+ Advises or directs the activities of assigned project(s)/program(s) to achieve technical objectives.
+ Directs and allocates technical resources and professional staff to achieve objectives.
+ Develops new and/or expands existing business opportunities.
+ Ensures compliance, reporting, and safety standards are maintained.
+ Participates in the planning, selection, retention, and development of the professional staff.
+ Publishes and present technical papers and abstracts and participate in internal and external technical program reviews.
+ Maintains the strict confidentiality of sensitive information.
+ Performs other duties as assigned.
+ Responsible for observing all laws, regulations and other applicable obligations wherever and whenever business is conducted on behalf of the Company.
+ Expected to work in a safe manner in accordance with established operating procedures and practices.
We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply.47860
**Job Qualifications:**
+ Typically requires a bachelors degree, masters degree or PhD in engineering or a related technical discipline from an accredited institution and progressive engineering experience as follows; nine or more years of experience with a bachelors degree, seven or more years of experience with a masters degree, or four or more years with a PhD. May substitute equivalent engineering experience in lieu of education.
+ Active and current TS/SCI clearance required.
+ Must have at least 8 years of space systems design experience.
+ Must have at least 5 years of experience in leading technical teams.
+ Experience includes full Systems Engineering, Architecture and SW development lifecycles (SDLC)
+ Manages projects to ensure proper use of SDLC techniques including requirement development, design, Agile/DEVSECOPS/CI/CD, QA/testing, documentation and end-user training.
+ Domain expertise in Satellite Command and Control, Mission Planning and Scheduling, Satellite Imaging systems, Space Situational Awareness, Network Management, AWS Cloud Computing, Object Oriented and Service Oriented Architecture (SOA), Distributed Computing/Virtualization and its application in Multi-Level Cyber Security (RMF, NIST 800-53, 800-171, PKI) Environments, Model Bases Systems Engineering/Architecture (MBSE/A), Cameo.
+ Design and development of large-scale cloud-based systems and applications.
+ Experience in the design and development of multi-threading.
+ Experience in multiple software languages, python, C/C++, Java are desirable.
+ Design and development of cloud technology: Containers, VMWare, Docker, Podman, AWS, AWS EKS
+ Perform network bandwidth analysis to define network hardware specifications.
+ Perform system capability decomposition into JIRA EPIC/Stories including definition and management of Acceptance Criteria.
+ Experience/knowledge of Open C3 Cosmos.
+ Grafana dashboards.
+ Experience/Knowledge of Spacecraft command/telemetry uplink/downlink path engineering and design including Ground networking, RF communications and NSA Type-1 encryption approaches
+ Demonstrates a detailed and extensive technical expertise and application of engineering principles, concepts, theory, and practice as well as project and/or program leadership including organizing, planning, scheduling, and coordinating workloads to meet established project deadlines or milestones.
+ Must posses the ability to contribute to the development of new concepts and principles; resolve unusually complex technical problems; serve as spokesperson on projects and/or programs; and be a technical expert in one or more areas of engineering.
+ Strong communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills are required enabling an effective leadership interface with other departments, all levels of management, professional and support staff, customers, potential customers, and government representatives.
+ Great interpersonal skills working in a team environment.
+ Demonstrated systems engineering experience in the entire lifecycle.
+ Experience preparing for and presenting at customer reviews.
+ Systems engineering expertise in ICDs, Requirements, CONOPs, Test, and system integration.
**Salary:** $105,890 - $189,545 **Travel Percentage Required** 0 - 25 **Relocation Assistance Provided** Provided **US Citizenship Required?** Yes **Clearance Required?** Yes **Clearance Level** Senior (8+ years) **Workstyle** Onsite
General Atomics is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, religious creed, ancestry, gender, pregnancy, sex, sexual orientation, transitioning status, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, genetic information, military and veteran status, marital status, medical condition, mental disability, physical disability, or any other basis protected by local, state, or federal law. EEO is the law. We also prohibit compensation discrimination under all applicable laws. To learn more visit Notices.pdf. U.S. Citizenship is required for certain positions.

**Summary:**
The System Architecture Engineer will independently lead system development and implementation for Meta's $8B+ global Design, Construction, and Engineering organization, working closely with business leaders to understand the needs and to develop the strategy and deliverables for tooling and data solutions.This position is responsible for supporting the 5-7 year product lifecycle across a variety of systems primarily from system design solution through implementation leveraging an understanding of business drivers, systems expertise, and program management to improve efficiency and deliver business solutions.
**Required Skills:**
System Architecture Engineer Responsibilities:
1. System architecture for complex business applications
2. Independently maintains and develops business solutions through the use of internal and commercial applications (Unifier, P6, Gateway, and Fusion)
3. Work with business leaders and stakeholders in developing strategy and implementation of business solutions
4. Map business processes to user specifications, use cases, user stories, and application walkthroughs - providing technical input and feasibility guidance throughout early analysis in collaboration with program managers
5. Develops functional descriptions for system and sub-system solutions based on business requirements and process maps - including UI workflow and system architecture - reflecting the business logic
6. Key contributor to updates, modifications, testing, and delivery of functional solutions within new or existing systems , including integrations within application, across applications, and between functional and data modules, in partnership with business users, data engineers, enterprise engineers, and program managers
7. Contributes to functional roadmaps and goals by evaluating new and existing systems
8. Provide functional expertise to architect systems and processes to enable robust backend data architecture, data integrity, and data analytics
9. Creates low-code automated procedures to scale and operationalize business processes
10. Follows functional stakeholder engagement models and processes that evolve to meet business needs over time
11. Provides reporting and communication to stakeholders on system solutions and implementation
**Minimum Qualifications:**
Minimum Qualifications:
12. BA/BS or equivalent in information systems, engineering, construction management, or relevant work experience
13. 5+ years of overall technical experience working with Technical Program Managers, System Integrators/System Analysts, or similar roles delivering large-scale system and software development programs and projects from conception through implementation
14. Proven success in architecting and implementing design/construction systems using business applications (eg Unifier, Primavera P6, Procore, Autodesk ACC, Google AppSheets, etc.) and applying data visualization (eg Tableau) autonomously across a global organization
15. Proven success with change management
16. Proven success with various communication strategies, presentations, and analytical skills
17. Proven success with program management techniques
18. Proven success collaborating with cross-functional partners across a global organization
**Preferred Qualifications:**
Preferred Qualifications:
19. Project Management (PMP) or Six Sigma Certification
20. Masters Degree in Business, Computer Science, or similar
21. Experience with BIM (eg Autodesk ACC, Autodesk APS, etc.) or VDC automation
22. Experience with integration engineering
23. Experience in Data Center Construction , Network Topology, or Infrastructure industries
24. Experience collaborating with Business Intelligence or Data Engineering professionals
**Public Compensation:**
$1,000/year to 143,000/year + bonus + equity + benefits
**Industry:** Internet
**Equal Opportunity:**
Meta is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, sexual stereotypes, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state and local law. Meta participates in the E-Verify program in certain locations, as required by law. Please note that Meta may leverage artificial intelligence and machine learning technologies in connection with applications for employment.
Meta is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for candidates with disabilities in our recruiting process. If you need any assistance or accommodations due to a disability, please let us know at

**Summary:**
The System Architecture Engineer will independently lead system development and implementation for Meta's $8B+ global Design, Construction, and Engineering organization, working closely with business leaders to understand the needs and to develop the strategy and deliverables for tooling and data solutions.This position is responsible for supporting the 5-7 year product lifecycle across a variety of systems primarily from system design solution through implementation leveraging an understanding of business drivers, systems expertise, and program management to improve efficiency and deliver business solutions.
**Required Skills:**
System Architecture Engineer Responsibilities:
1. System architecture for complex business applications
2. Independently maintains and develops business solutions through the use of internal and commercial applications (Unifier, P6, Gateway, and Fusion)
3. Work with business leaders and stakeholders in developing strategy and implementation of business solutions
4. Map business processes to user specifications, use cases, user stories, and application walkthroughs - providing technical input and feasibility guidance throughout early analysis in collaboration with program managers
5. Develops functional descriptions for system and sub-system solutions based on business requirements and process maps - including UI workflow and system architecture - reflecting the business logic
6. Key contributor to updates, modifications, testing, and delivery of functional solutions within new or existing systems , including integrations within application, across applications, and between functional and data modules, in partnership with business users, data engineers, enterprise engineers, and program managers
7. Contributes to functional roadmaps and goals by evaluating new and existing systems
8. Provide functional expertise to architect systems and processes to enable robust backend data architecture, data integrity, and data analytics
9. Creates low-code automated procedures to scale and operationalize business processes
10. Follows functional stakeholder engagement models and processes that evolve to meet business needs over time
11. Provides reporting and communication to stakeholders on system solutions and implementation
**Minimum Qualifications:**
Minimum Qualifications:
12. BA/BS or equivalent in information systems, engineering, construction management, or relevant work experience
13. 5+ years of overall technical experience working with Technical Program Managers, System Integrators/System Analysts, or similar roles delivering large-scale system and software development programs and projects from conception through implementation
14. Proven success in architecting and implementing design/construction systems using business applications (eg Unifier, Primavera P6, Procore, Autodesk ACC, Google AppSheets, etc.) and applying data visualization (eg Tableau) autonomously across a global organization
15. Proven success with change management
16. Proven success with various communication strategies, presentations, and analytical skills
17. Proven success with program management techniques
18. Proven success collaborating with cross-functional partners across a global organization
**Preferred Qualifications:**
Preferred Qualifications:
19. Project Management (PMP) or Six Sigma Certification
20. Masters Degree in Business, Computer Science, or similar
21. Experience with BIM (eg Autodesk ACC, Autodesk APS, etc.) or VDC automation
22. Experience with integration engineering
23. Experience in Data Center Construction , Network Topology, or Infrastructure industries
24. Experience collaborating with Business Intelligence or Data Engineering professionals
**Public Compensation:**
$1,000/year to 143,000/year + bonus + equity + benefits
**Industry:** Internet
**Equal Opportunity:**
Meta is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, sexual stereotypes, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state and local law. Meta participates in the E-Verify program in certain locations, as required by law. Please note that Meta may leverage artificial intelligence and machine learning technologies in connection with applications for employment.
Meta is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for candidates with disabilities in our recruiting process. If you need any assistance or accommodations due to a disability, please let us know at

**Summary:**
The System Architecture Engineer will independently lead system development and implementation for Meta's $8B+ global Design, Construction, and Engineering organization, working closely with business leaders to understand the needs and to develop the strategy and deliverables for tooling and data solutions.This position is responsible for supporting the 5-7 year product lifecycle across a variety of systems primarily from system design solution through implementation leveraging an understanding of business drivers, systems expertise, and program management to improve efficiency and deliver business solutions.
**Required Skills:**
System Architecture Engineer Responsibilities:
1. System architecture for complex business applications
2. Independently maintains and develops business solutions through the use of internal and commercial applications (Unifier, P6, Gateway, and Fusion)
3. Work with business leaders and stakeholders in developing strategy and implementation of business solutions
4. Map business processes to user specifications, use cases, user stories, and application walkthroughs - providing technical input and feasibility guidance throughout early analysis in collaboration with program managers
5. Develops functional descriptions for system and sub-system solutions based on business requirements and process maps - including UI workflow and system architecture - reflecting the business logic
6. Key contributor to updates, modifications, testing, and delivery of functional solutions within new or existing systems , including integrations within application, across applications, and between functional and data modules, in partnership with business users, data engineers, enterprise engineers, and program managers
7. Contributes to functional roadmaps and goals by evaluating new and existing systems
8. Provide functional expertise to architect systems and processes to enable robust backend data architecture, data integrity, and data analytics
9. Creates low-code automated procedures to scale and operationalize business processes
10. Follows functional stakeholder engagement models and processes that evolve to meet business needs over time
11. Provides reporting and communication to stakeholders on system solutions and implementation
**Minimum Qualifications:**
Minimum Qualifications:
12. BA/BS or equivalent in information systems, engineering, construction management, or relevant work experience
13. 5+ years of overall technical experience working with Technical Program Managers, System Integrators/System Analysts, or similar roles delivering large-scale system and software development programs and projects from conception through implementation
14. Proven success in architecting and implementing design/construction systems using business applications (eg Unifier, Primavera P6, Procore, Autodesk ACC, Google AppSheets, etc.) and applying data visualization (eg Tableau) autonomously across a global organization
15. Proven success with change management
16. Proven success with various communication strategies, presentations, and analytical skills
17. Proven success with program management techniques
18. Proven success collaborating with cross-functional partners across a global organization
**Preferred Qualifications:**
Preferred Qualifications:
19. Project Management (PMP) or Six Sigma Certification
20. Masters Degree in Business, Computer Science, or similar
21. Experience with BIM (eg Autodesk ACC, Autodesk APS, etc.) or VDC automation
22. Experience with integration engineering
23. Experience in Data Center Construction , Network Topology, or Infrastructure industries
24. Experience collaborating with Business Intelligence or Data Engineering professionals
**Public Compensation:**
$1,000/year to 143,000/year + bonus + equity + benefits
**Industry:** Internet
**Equal Opportunity:**
Meta is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, sexual stereotypes, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state and local law. Meta participates in the E-Verify program in certain locations, as required by law. Please note that Meta may leverage artificial intelligence and machine learning technologies in connection with applications for employment.
Meta is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for candidates with disabilities in our recruiting process. If you need any assistance or accommodations due to a disability, please let us know at

**Summary:**
The System Architecture Engineer will independently lead system development and implementation for Meta's $8B+ global Design, Construction, and Engineering organization, working closely with business leaders to understand the needs and to develop the strategy and deliverables for tooling and data solutions.This position is responsible for supporting the 5-7 year product lifecycle across a variety of systems primarily from system design solution through implementation leveraging an understanding of business drivers, systems expertise, and program management to improve efficiency and deliver business solutions.
**Required Skills:**
System Architecture Engineer Responsibilities:
1. System architecture for complex business applications
2. Independently maintains and develops business solutions through the use of internal and commercial applications (Unifier, P6, Gateway, and Fusion)
3. Work with business leaders and stakeholders in developing strategy and implementation of business solutions
4. Map business processes to user specifications, use cases, user stories, and application walkthroughs - providing technical input and feasibility guidance throughout early analysis in collaboration with program managers
5. Develops functional descriptions for system and sub-system solutions based on business requirements and process maps - including UI workflow and system architecture - reflecting the business logic
6. Key contributor to updates, modifications, testing, and delivery of functional solutions within new or existing systems , including integrations within application, across applications, and between functional and data modules, in partnership with business users, data engineers, enterprise engineers, and program managers
7. Contributes to functional roadmaps and goals by evaluating new and existing systems
8. Provide functional expertise to architect systems and processes to enable robust backend data architecture, data integrity, and data analytics
9. Creates low-code automated procedures to scale and operationalize business processes
10. Follows functional stakeholder engagement models and processes that evolve to meet business needs over time
11. Provides reporting and communication to stakeholders on system solutions and implementation
**Minimum Qualifications:**
Minimum Qualifications:
12. BA/BS or equivalent in information systems, engineering, construction management, or relevant work experience
13. 5+ years of overall technical experience working with Technical Program Managers, System Integrators/System Analysts, or similar roles delivering large-scale system and software development programs and projects from conception through implementation
14. Proven success in architecting and implementing design/construction systems using business applications (eg Unifier, Primavera P6, Procore, Autodesk ACC, Google AppSheets, etc.) and applying data visualization (eg Tableau) autonomously across a global organization
15. Proven success with change management
16. Proven success with various communication strategies, presentations, and analytical skills
17. Proven success with program management techniques
18. Proven success collaborating with cross-functional partners across a global organization
**Preferred Qualifications:**
Preferred Qualifications:
19. Project Management (PMP) or Six Sigma Certification
20. Masters Degree in Business, Computer Science, or similar
21. Experience with BIM (eg Autodesk ACC, Autodesk APS, etc.) or VDC automation
22. Experience with integration engineering
23. Experience in Data Center Construction , Network Topology, or Infrastructure industries
24. Experience collaborating with Business Intelligence or Data Engineering professionals
**Public Compensation:**
$1,000/year to 143,000/year + bonus + equity + benefits
**Industry:** Internet
**Equal Opportunity:**
Meta is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, sexual stereotypes, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state and local law. Meta participates in the E-Verify program in certain locations, as required by law. Please note that Meta may leverage artificial intelligence and machine learning technologies in connection with applications for employment.
Meta is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for candidates with disabilities in our recruiting process. If you need any assistance or accommodations due to a disability, please let us know at

General Atomics Electromagnetic Systems (GA-EMS) designs and manufactures first-of-a-kind electromagnetic and electric power generation systems. GA-EMS' expanding portfolio of specialized products and integrated system solutions support critical fleet, space systems and satellites, missile defense, power and energy, and process and monitoring applications for defense, industrial, and commercial customers worldwide.
Whether a specific satellite for a specific mission or a constellation of interconnected spacecraft, the GA-EMS Space Systems team is re-defining how customers can access the possibilities of space. GA-EMS offers modular and scalable satellite platforms backed with a history of operational flight experience to support defense, civil, commercial, and academic mission requirements.
We currently have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Ground System Architecture working on satellite systems to join our team located in Englewood, CO.
**DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES**
+ Program leadership team member responsible for technical leadership of the engineering team in the space system, ground systems, satellite development, and integration and test.
+ Vision for common ground approach across missions.
+ Ownership of Ground Roadmap, determines annual and multi-year technical objectives for designated engineering systems or project(s)/program(s)
+ Strategic and Tactical prioritization across program coordinating Ground Technical capabilities
+ Identify capabilities that can be common,
+ coordinate which program needs these common capabilities
+ Platform Architecture Design
+ Network Architecture Design
+ Software Architecture Design
+ Provides accountability for technical risk, conduct of technical reviews, system modeling and simulation, system performance, system architecture and trade studies.
+ Leads the integration of the ground system solution within the overall engineering environment; and ensures that appropriate documentation, testing, maintenance, and engineering updates are completed.
+ Perform mission and system design on missions from bid generation through launch and operations.
+ Represents the ground systems on projects(s)/program(s) as a prime subject matter expert.
+ Act as expert consultant and advisor for ground system design engineering.
+ Advises or directs the activities of assigned project(s)/program(s) to achieve technical objectives.
+ Directs and allocates technical resources and professional staff to achieve objectives.
+ Develops new and/or expands existing business opportunities.
+ Ensures compliance, reporting, and safety standards are maintained.
+ Participates in the planning, selection, retention, and development of the professional staff.
+ Publishes and present technical papers and abstracts and participate in internal and external technical program reviews.
+ Maintains the strict confidentiality of sensitive information.
+ Performs other duties as assigned.
+ Responsible for observing all laws, regulations and other applicable obligations wherever and whenever business is conducted on behalf of the Company. Expected to work in a safe manner in accordance with established operating procedures and practices.
We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply47861
**Job Qualifications:**
+ Typically requires a bachelors degree, masters degree or PhD in engineering or a related technical discipline from an accredited institution and progressive engineering experience as follows; eighteen or more years of experience with a bachelors degree, sixteen or more years of experience with a masters degree, or thirteen or more years with a PhD. May substitute equivalent engineering experience in lieu of education.
+ Active and current TS/SCI clearance required.
+ Must have at least 8 years of space systems design experience.
+ Must have at least 5 years of experience in leading technical teams.
+ Experience includes full Systems Engineering, Architecture and SW development lifecycles (SDLC)
+ Manages projects to ensure proper use of SDLC techniques including requirement development, design, Agile/DEVSECOPS/CI/CD, QA/testing, documentation and end-user training.
+ Domain expertise in Satellite Command and Control, Mission Planning and Scheduling, Satellite Imaging systems, Space Situational Awareness, Network Management, AWS Cloud Computing, Object Oriented and Service Oriented Architecture (SOA), Distributed Computing/Virtualization and its application in Multi-Level Cyber Security (RMF, NIST 800-53, 800-171, PKI) Environments, Model Bases Systems Engineering/Architecture (MBSE/A), Cameo.
+ Design and development of large-scale cloud-based systems and applications.
+ Experience in the design and development of multi-threading.
+ Experience in multiple software languages, python, C/C++, Java are desirable.
+ Design and development of cloud technology: Containers, VMWare, Docker, Podman, AWS, AWS EKS
+ Perform network bandwidth analysis to define network hardware specifications.
+ Perform system capability decomposition into JIRA EPIC/Stories including definition and management of Acceptance Criteria.
+ Experience/knowledge of Open C3 Cosmos.
+ Grafana dashboards.
+ Experience/Knowledge of Spacecraft command/telemetry uplink/downlink path engineering and design including Ground networking, RF communications and NSA Type-1 encryption approaches.
+ Demonstrates a detailed and extensive technical expertise and application of engineering principles, concepts, theory, and practice as well as project and/or program leadership including organizing, planning, scheduling, and coordinating workloads to meet established project deadlines or milestones.
+ Must posses the ability to contribute to the development of new concepts and principles; resolve unusually complex technical problems; serve as spokesperson on projects and/or programs; and be a technical expert in one or more areas of engineering.
+ Strong communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills are required enabling an effective leadership interface with other departments, all levels of management, professional and support staff, customers, potential customers, and government representatives.
+ Great interpersonal skills working in a team environment.
+ Demonstrated systems engineering experience in the entire lifecycle.
+ Experience preparing for and presenting at customer reviews.
+ Systems engineering expertise in ICDs, Requirements, CONOPs, Test, and system integration.
+ Customer focused, formulates plans based on the development of innovative new designs in resolving advanced technical engineering problems.
+ Must be able to work on a self-initiated basis and in a team environment.
**Salary:** $140,940 - $252,293 **Travel Percentage Required** 0 - 25 **Relocation Assistance Provided** Provided **US Citizenship Required?** Yes **Clearance Required?** Yes **Clearance Level** Senior (8+ years) **Workstyle** Onsite
General Atomics is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, religious creed, ancestry, gender, pregnancy, sex, sexual orientation, transitioning status, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, genetic information, military and veteran status, marital status, medical condition, mental disability, physical disability, or any other basis protected by local, state, or federal law. EEO is the law. We also prohibit compensation discrimination under all applicable laws. To learn more visit Notices.pdf. U.S. Citizenship is required for certain positions.

Opportunity Details

Full-Time System Architecture Director - Space Systems On-site

Colorado Springs, CO

Solutions Through Innovative Technologies, Inc. (STI-TEC) specializes in the delivery of professional business and information management services. STI-TEC offers government and commercial clients a comprehensive portfolio of services that identify, manage, distribute and improve business processes related to entities' most valued resource, information. As a fast-growing solutions provider, established in 2000, total customer satisfaction has remained the cornerstone of our business. Our business model focuses on integrity, loyalty, and trust.

Position Overview
Space Systems Command (SSC), is the United States Space Force field command responsible for acquiring, developing, and delivering resilient capabilities to outpace emerging threats and protect our Nation's strategic advantage in, from, and to space.

SSC plays a critical role in advancing the United States's space capabilities, delivering cutting-edge solutions to protect and enhance national security.

Join us and be part of the mission to shape the future of space and protect the assets that keep our nation secure.

Essential Job Function

• A strong systems engineering background with management of System of Systems Interface Control Documents that include both hardware and software.
• Broad experience with ground systems, Telemetry, Tracking, and Command (TT&C), Command and Control, Data transport layer, Space Systems in multiple orbits.
• Knowledge in architecting and guiding development of a federated service oriented architecture on a private platform; guiding creation and management of cloud application development and operations resources including Virtual Private Connections and Virtual Machines laaS, PaaS, and SaaS (compute, storage network, security, administration, automation, application services, databases) in either native cloud or hybrid cloud environments.
• Knowledge in supporting maturation of DevSecOps pipelines; facilitating development of infrastructure as code and supporting deployments.
• Knowledge interfacing with the cyber and DoD intelligence community.
• Significant technical background and experience in space-related large scale ground infrastructures.
• Experience providing modeling and simulation support.
• Engineering and technical expertise for modeling, simulation, and analysis support for space defense efforts (Assessment of National Space Control Capabilities (ANSCC), Space Protection Program (SPP), Space Situational Awareness (SSA), National-level and Joint-level studies and analysis.
• Executive Agent for Space Systems (EASS) expertise in the following areas: detailed working knowledge of modeling, simulation, and study activities.
• Expertise in performing and implementing National-level studies.
• Expertise and support in leading analysis of alternative and concept of operation type studies.

Minimum Qualifications

• U.S. Citizen
• Active TS/SCI clearance/access or TS/SCI Eligible
• Current CI polygraph or willingness to take one
• Earned Masters degree in a system architecture-related discipline, e.g., Systems Engineering, System Development, Project Management, Aerospace Engineering, or Aeronautical Physics
• At least 15 years of relevant system analysis experience

Desired Qualifications

• Specific direct experience performing system architecture tasks in the U.S. Air Force and/or the U.S. Space Force space system design, acquisition, and development environments
• Specific direct knowledge and experience with system architecture-related activity associated with Space Domain Awareness (SDA), Space Situational Awareness (SSA), Space Control, satellite design, launch operations and space system operations

STI-TEC offers a competitive benefits package including:

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Life insurance
• Short term/long term disability coverage
• Retirement savings - 401(k)
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Holiday leave
• Alternate work schedules (depending on work site)
• Flexible spending account options

Whether you're an experienced professional, a veteran, a former military or civilian federal employee, or a recent graduate, STI-TEC has a career opportunity for you. Applicants selected may be subject to a U.S. Government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.
STI-TEC is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. Employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, gender identity and sexual orientation.
This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at or you may call us at 1 .

*This job posting is to identify potential candidates for positions in order to respond to a request for proposal. This job posting, including but not limited to, qualifications, duties, compensation and benefits, is subject to change based on the terms and conditions of the awarded contract and is contingent on STI-TEC being awarded the contract.

General Atomics Electromagnetic Systems (GA-EMS) designs and manufactures first-of-a-kind electromagnetic and electric power generation systems. GA-EMS' expanding portfolio of specialized products and integrated system solutions support critical fleet, space systems and satellites, missile defense, power and energy, and process and monitoring applications for defense, industrial, and commercial customers worldwide.
Whether a specific satellite for a specific mission or a constellation of interconnected spacecraft, the GA-EMS Space Systems team is re-defining how customers can access the possibilities of space. GA-EMS offers modular and scalable satellite platforms backed with a history of operational flight experience to support defense, civil, commercial, and academic mission requirements.
We currently have an exciting opportunity for a Ground System Architecture working on satellite systems to support our team located in Englewood, CO.
This position can be located in Englewood, CO, San Diego, CA or Huntsville, AL.
**DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES**
+ Program leadership team member responsible for technical leadership of the engineering team in the space system, ground systems, satellite development, and integration and test.
+ Vision for common ground approach across missions.
+ Ownership of Ground Roadmap, determines annual and multi-year technical objectives for designated engineering systems or project(s)/program(s)
+ Strategic and Tactical prioritization across program coordinating Ground Technical capabilities
+ Identify capabilities that can be common,
+ coordinate which program needs these common capabilities
+ Platform Architecture Design
+ Network Architecture Design
+ Software Architecture Design
+ Provides accountability for technical risk, conduct of technical reviews, system modeling and simulation, system performance, system architecture and trade studies.
+ Leads the integration of the ground system solution within the overall engineering environment; and ensures that appropriate documentation, testing, maintenance, and engineering updates are completed.
+ Perform mission and system design on missions from bid generation through launch and operations.
+ Represents the ground systems on projects(s)/program(s) as a prime subject matter expert.
+ Act as expert consultant and advisor for ground system design engineering.
+ Advises or directs the activities of assigned project(s)/program(s) to achieve technical objectives.
+ Directs and allocates technical resources and professional staff to achieve objectives.
+ Develops new and/or expands existing business opportunities.
+ Ensures compliance, reporting, and safety standards are maintained.
+ Participates in the planning, selection, retention, and development of the professional staff.
+ Publishes and present technical papers and abstracts and participate in internal and external technical program reviews.
+ Maintains the strict confidentiality of sensitive information.
+ Performs other duties as assigned.
+ Responsible for observing all laws, regulations and other applicable obligations wherever and whenever business is conducted on behalf of the Company.
+ Expected to work in a safe manner in accordance with established operating procedures and practices.
We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply.47935
**Job Qualifications:**
+ Typically requires a bachelors degree, masters degree or PhD in engineering or a related technical discipline from an accredited institution and progressive engineering experience as follows; nine or more years of experience with a bachelors degree, seven or more years of experience with a masters degree, or four or more years with a PhD. May substitute equivalent engineering experience in lieu of education.
+ Active and current TS/SCI clearance required.
+ Must have at least 8 years of space systems design experience.
+ Must have at least 5 years of experience in leading technical teams.
+ Experience includes full Systems Engineering, Architecture and SW development lifecycles (SDLC)
+ Manages projects to ensure proper use of SDLC techniques including requirement development, design, Agile/DEVSECOPS/CI/CD, QA/testing, documentation and end-user training.
+ Domain expertise in Satellite Command and Control, Mission Planning and Scheduling, Satellite Imaging systems, Space Situational Awareness, Network Management, AWS Cloud Computing, Object Oriented and Service Oriented Architecture (SOA), Distributed Computing/Virtualization and its application in Multi-Level Cyber Security (RMF, NIST 800-53, 800-171, PKI) Environments, Model Bases Systems Engineering/Architecture (MBSE/A), Cameo.
+ Design and development of large-scale cloud-based systems and applications.
+ Experience in the design and development of multi-threading.
+ Experience in multiple software languages, python, C/C++, Java are desirable.
+ Design and development of cloud technology: Containers, VMWare, Docker, Podman, AWS, AWS EKS
+ Perform network bandwidth analysis to define network hardware specifications.
+ Perform system capability decomposition into JIRA EPIC/Stories including definition and management of Acceptance Criteria.
+ Experience/knowledge of Open C3 Cosmos.
+ Grafana dashboards.
+ Experience/Knowledge of Spacecraft command/telemetry uplink/downlink path engineering and design including Ground networking, RF communications and NSA Type-1 encryption approaches
+ Demonstrates a detailed and extensive technical expertise and application of engineering principles, concepts, theory, and practice as well as project and/or program leadership including organizing, planning, scheduling, and coordinating workloads to meet established project deadlines or milestones.
+ Must posses the ability to contribute to the development of new concepts and principles; resolve unusually complex technical problems; serve as spokesperson on projects and/or programs; and be a technical expert in one or more areas of engineering.
+ Strong communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills are required enabling an effective leadership interface with other departments, all levels of management, professional and support staff, customers, potential customers, and government representatives.
+ Great interpersonal skills working in a team environment.
+ Demonstrated systems engineering experience in the entire lifecycle.
+ Experience preparing for and presenting at customer reviews.
+ Systems engineering expertise in ICDs, Requirements, CONOPs, Test, and system integration.
**Salary:** $105,890 - $189,545 **Travel Percentage Required** 0 - 25 **Relocation Assistance Provided** Provided **US Citizenship Required?** Yes **Clearance Required?** Yes **Clearance Level** Senior (8+ years) **Workstyle** Onsite
General Atomics is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, religious creed, ancestry, gender, pregnancy, sex, sexual orientation, transitioning status, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, genetic information, military and veteran status, marital status, medical condition, mental disability, physical disability, or any other basis protected by local, state, or federal law. EEO is the law. We also prohibit compensation discrimination under all applicable laws. To learn more visit Notices.pdf. U.S. Citizenship is required for certain positions.