Senior Ground Systems Engineer

Senior Ground Systems Engineer
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2 months ago(11/15/2024 1:
26 PM)
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Engineering
Job Location
US-VA-
Company Overview
We are a world-class team of professionals who deliver next generation technology and products in robotic and autonomous platforms, ground, soldier, and maritime systems in 50+ locations world-wide.
Much of our work contributes to innovative research in the fields of sensor science, signal processing, data fusion, artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning (ML), and augmented reality (AR).
QinetiQ US's dedicated experts in defense, aerospace, security, and related fields all work together to explore new ways of protecting the American Warfighter, Security Forces, and Allies.
Being a part of QinetiQ US means being central to the safety and security of the world around us.
Partnering with our customers, we help save lives; reduce risks to society; and maintain the global infrastructure on which we all depend.
Why Join QinetiQ US?
If you have the courage to take on a wide variety of complex challenges, then you will experience a unique working environment where innovative teams blend different perspectives, disciplines, and technologies to discover new ways of solving complex problems.
In our diverse and inclusive environment, you can be authentic, feel valued, be respected, and realize your full potential.
QinetiQ US will support you with workplace flexibility, a commitment to the health and well-being of you and your family and provide opportunities to work with a purpose.
We are committed to supporting your success in both your professional and personal lives.
Position Overview
Join us in our fast-paced support to develop, advance, and sustain weapon systems for the U.S.
Space Force (USSF) and its mission partners.
You will be joining a team of personnel with experience and an in-depth understanding of the environments that include ground, near-space, space, and any system that operates in those environments to meet current and projected strategic, operational, and tactical needs for the Department of Defense (DoD).
QinetiQ is a mission-led innovation company that works with the USSF and DoD to design, develop, field, and maintain requirements essential to national security and the survivability of the warfighter.
We are seeking a Senior Ground Systems Engineer.
The Sr.
Ground Systems Engineer is responsible for providing expert insight, knowledge, and perspectives on ACAT-like classified space ground control and command and control (C2) systems.
This will include developing and documenting ACAT-like program ground architectures, including but not limited to, DoDAF architecture views and Information Support Plans.
The ideal candidate will be highly knowledgeable in the fields of DoD Information Assurance design, testing, certification, and accreditation.
This position requires an individual who can work closely with technical teams, stakeholders, and partners to ensure program success.
Responsibilities
Provide ground system technical advice for projects and programs as well as support program acquisition efforts for advanced technology, future concept development, and integration activities.

Support the revision or drafting of JCIDS and acquisition documentation such as Initial Capability Documents, Analysis of Alternatives, Concept of Operations, Technical/Systems Requirement Documents, Technical Evaluations, and System Specifications.
Provide inputs and support on technical and/or programmatic status reporting of individual projects, programs, or portfolios.
Identify areas of improvement with actionable, feasible recommendations, and tasks for reducing risk where appropriate as well as support risk identification, process definition, and detailed technical risk mitigation plans.
Maintain a broad awareness and understanding of all programs and technology development efforts in execution across the applicable portfolio as well as assist integrated product teams and working groups.
Provide technical and operational insight to support mission protection, operations, and mission data assessments as well as recommend viable solutions for technical anomalies.
Provide engineering and technical expertise to support ongoing and new/advanced C2 efforts and liaison between the Space C2 and Enterprise Ground Services program offices including spiral incremental efforts.
Provide cyber security support and recommendations as well as input into Authority to Operate, Authority to Test, Authority to Connect, and other Interim Authorities.
Required Qualifications

Strong understanding of ACAT-like space control ground and C2 systems.
Extensive experience developing and documenting ACAT-like program ground architectures (DoDAF and Information Support Plans preferred).
Highly knowledgeable in the fields of DoD Information Assurance design, testing, certification, and accreditation.
Excellent communication, interpersonal, leadership, and stakeholder management skills.
Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with multiple competing priorities.
Excellent project management and organizational skills.
Ability to identify and solve problems.
Masters Degree
10+ years of relevant experience
TS/SCI Eligibility; #qinetiqclearedjob
Preferred Qualifications

Experience with ACAT-like programs in Air Force, Space Force, and/or Space Systems Command

Company EEO Statement
Accessibility/Accommodation:

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QinetiQ US is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer.
All Qualified Applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, age, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.