Junior Systems Engineer

Position Summary

This Junior Systems Engineer will support the Department of Defense (DoD), specifically U.S. Space Force/Space Systems Command (SSC)/CGN (Narrowband SATCOM Acquisition Delta), you will play a vital role in facilitating the transfer of defense equipment, services, and training to international partners.

Key Responsibilities:

Your essential job functions will include but may not be limited to:

• Technical Assistance: You will provide technical expertise and support of defense systems, equipment, and services for potential FMS cases and collaborate with senior engineers and program managers
• You will provide systems engineering support services in delivering Mobile User Objective System (MUOS) access in an FMS case to ensure compliance with technical specifications and requirements
• Under the guidance of a senior engineer, you will provide systems engineering project management support and subject matter expertise in support of requirements development/review, CONOPS and Use Case development, and planning and support of verification and validation events
• You will conduct engineering review and analysis of technical documentation
• Documentation and Reporting: You will assist in the preparation and review of technical documentation, including specifications, drawings, and technical manuals, required for FMS cases
• You will generate reports on technical assessments, progress, and challenges encountered during the execution of FMS programs
• You will assist in the analysis of data supporting both internal and external data calls, including collating and summarizing data to analyze cost, schedule, performance for MUOS in general
• Customer Liaison: You will serve as a point of contact for foreign customers, addressing their technical inquiries, providing clarification on technical aspects of proposed systems, and facilitating communication between the customer and internal stakeholders
• Coordination: You will collaborate with external agencies, such as the TCNO, DISA, NIWC Pacific, and SSC/IA, to navigate technical requirements and resolve issues related to FMS cases
• You will participate in program management/project meetings, conferences, and reviews, including preparing agendas, meeting minutes, and tracking action items, developing, preparing, and providing graphics support for executive level briefs and presentations
• Training Support: You will assist in the development and delivery of technical training programs for foreign military personnel on the operation, maintenance, and support of MUOS access acquired through FMS
• Quality Assurance: You will participate in quality assurance activities to ensure that delivered defense equipment and services meet the specified technical requirements and quality standards

Required Skills and Experience:

• Bachelor of Science degree preferably in Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineering, Network Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Math, or Physics
• 0-5 years of work experience preferably with the Department of Defense (DoD) and/or U.S. Space Force/Space Systems Command (SSC)

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to assess technical requirements and propose practical solutions

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively interact with individuals from diverse cultural backgrounds

• Proficiency in technical writing and documentation, with attention to detail and accuracy

• Willingness to travel domestically and internationally as needed

• Performing DoD systems management, reduction, and analysis of C4ISR architecture data, development of systems of systems enterprise architecture, and architecture design tradeoffs, including application and interpretation of DODAF architecture principles

• Experience with global military UHF SATCOM, global Navy shore networks, and commercial or military WCDMA communication systems

• Experience with computer-aided design (CAD) software and other engineering tools used in the design and analysis of defense systems
• Active DoD Secret clearance is required with ability to obtain a TS Clearance

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