Description
Zachary Piper Solutions is seeking a Senior Ground Segment Systems Engineer to support the U.S. Space Force (USSF) in the development, deployment, and sustainment of a National Security Space system. This role supports the Space Systems Command Space Domain Awareness and Combat Power (SSC/SZ) program. This position will be onsite in El Segundo, CA!
Responsibilities of the Ground Systems Engineer include:
- Lead systems engineering activities including requirements definition, interface management, data architecture, verification and validation, and performance analysis.
- Develop and manage ground segment technical and interface requirements, including negotiation with external stakeholders and verification oversight.
- Oversee and assess software product backlogs to ensure alignment with baseline and emerging requirements; recommend prioritization strategies and implementation improvements.
- Translate product requirements into total systems solutions that balance technical, schedule, and cost constraints.
- Support development of CONOPs, system testing, algorithm documentation, and integration with other application development efforts.
- Contribute to acquisition strategy development and provide recommendations to resolve program execution challenges.
Qualifications for the Ground Systems Engineer include:
- Active TS clearance
- Experience with Space systems engineering, technical program management, and government acquisitions
- Agile software development, DevSecOps, containerization, and orchestration
- Integration of ground segment systems, including cloud-based infrastructure and PaaS environments
- Zero-Trust cybersecurity implementation
- Software systems design, architecture, and CI/CD pipelines
- Bachelor of Science in Engineering or a related discipline and 18+ years of relevant experience
Compensation for the Ground Systems Engineer includes:
- Salary: $200,000-$240,000
- Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, PTO, Sick Leave, and Paid Holidays
This job opens for applications on 7/31/2025. Applications will be accepted for at least 30 days from the posting date.
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